Director of Financial Aid & Student Access

Art Academy of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Art Academy of Cincinnati is seeking a full-time Director of Financial Aid to lead the institution's federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs. This role ensures Title IV compliance and accurate, timely service to students.

The Director oversees eligibility, awarding, verification, professional judgment, SAP, disbursement, reporting, and reconciliation, while coordinating across Finance, Admissions, Registrar, and Academic Affairs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the Federal Student Aid Two-Factor Authentication token.
• Three+ years of financial aid administration experience in higher education.
• Knowledge of Title IV programs and federal/state financial aid regulations.
• Experience with eligibility determination, verification, professional judgment, SAP, and returns of Title IV Funds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs.
• Ensure accurate award packages and compliance with Title IV and other regulations.
• Prepare for audits and program reviews and develop compliant policies.
• Supervise the Financial Aid Counselor and coordinate with Finance, Admissions, Registrar, and Academic Affairs.
• Provide student and family financial aid guidance and training to staff.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Confidentiality

Student-centered

Multitasking

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Financial aid software

COD/NSLDS systems

Job description

Art Academy of Cincinnati is seeking a full-time Director of Financial Aid to lead the institution's federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs. This role ensures Title IV compliance and accurate, timely service to students.

The Director oversees eligibility, awarding, verification, professional judgment, SAP, disbursement, reporting, and reconciliation, while coordinating across Finance, Admissions, Registrar, and Academic Affairs.