Director of Financial Aid & Student Success

South Carolina State University; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina State University is seeking a Director of Financial Aid to oversee and enhance financial aid programs. The role requires strategic leadership, compliance assurance, and management of the financial aid staff and budget.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in financial aid administration with a proven track record in compliance and regulatory oversight. This position supports the University’s goals of enrollment and student success alongside collaboration with various campus departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in financial aid administration.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory or management experience.
• Demonstrated experience administering federal Title IV financial aid programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for financial aid programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Manage departmental budgets and monitor expenditures.

Skills

Financial aid administration

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Data management

Education

Master's degree from an accredited institution

Tools

Banner

Ellucian

Job description

South Carolina State University is seeking a Director of Financial Aid to oversee and enhance financial aid programs. The role requires strategic leadership, compliance assurance, and management of the financial aid staff and budget.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in financial aid administration with a proven track record in compliance and regulatory oversight. This position supports the University’s goals of enrollment and student success alongside collaboration with various campus departments.