Head of Financial Aid & Compliance — Student Success

Success Education Colleges; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 68,640 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Success Education Colleges is seeking a Financial Aid Director in Glendale, CA. This role involves administering financial aid programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and overseeing the Student Financial Aid Department across campuses.

The ideal candidate is expected to manage a high-performance team, promote student retention, and assist in achieving financial goals while maintaining a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal financial aid laws, including Title IV regulations.
• Ability to manage sensitive, confidential issues.
• Demonstrated skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Student Financial Aid Department.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial aid disbursement.
• Assist in setting student finance goals.
• Collaborate in staffing plans.
• Manage and train Financial Aid Advisors.

Skills

Knowledge of principles, practices, and student financial aid procedures

Ability to supervise and direct activities

Customer service orientation

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Success Education Colleges is seeking a Financial Aid Director in Glendale, CA. This role involves administering financial aid programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and overseeing the Student Financial Aid Department across campuses.

The ideal candidate is expected to manage a high-performance team, promote student retention, and assist in achieving financial goals while maintaining a supportive environment.