Director of Financial Aid & Compliance

Philander; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Philander Smith University seeks a Director of Financial Aid to lead the Office of Financial Aid, ensuring Title IV compliance and timely aid delivery. You will supervise staff and collaborate with Admissions, Registrar, and Business Office to support enrollment and retention goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in financial aid with supervisory experience, and strong regulatory knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of five years of progressive financial aid experience, including at least three years in a supervisory role.
• Thorough working knowledge of Title IV regulations, R2T4, SAP, verification, COD, NSLDS, and G5.
• Demonstrated experience preparing for and resolving federal or state audits.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the Office of Financial Aid, including packaging, verification, disbursement, and reconciliation.
• Ensure institutional compliance with Title IV, HEA regulations, Department of Education guidance, and state program requirements.
• Manage FAFSA/ISIR import, COD reporting, NSLDS enrollment reporting, and G5 drawdown coordination with the Business Office.
• Oversee Return of Title IV Funds (R2T4), SAP, and professional judgment processes.
• Lead student and family outreach, including financial aid nights, counseling, and award letter communication.

Skills

Financial aid leadership

Regulatory compliance

Audits preparation

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Jenzabar SIS

Job description

Philander Smith University seeks a Director of Financial Aid to lead the Office of Financial Aid, ensuring Title IV compliance and timely aid delivery. You will supervise staff and collaborate with Admissions, Registrar, and Business Office to support enrollment and retention goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in financial aid with supervisory experience, and strong regulatory knowledge.