Remote Financial Aid Director — Access & Affordability

Gratz College; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Part time

Job summary

Gratz College is seeking a Financial Aid Director to oversee all student aid programs in a remote role, preferably local to Philadelphia. The position may be part-time or full-time and is non-exempt.

The Director ensures compliance with federal, state, and institutional requirements, administers aid, and supports students through the aid process, collaborating with Admissions, Student Accounts, and Academic Affairs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; five years in financial aid.
• Knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations and Title IV.
• Experience with FAFSA/ISIR processing.
• Experience with student information systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer federal, state, institutional, and external financial aid programs.
• Oversee FAFSA/ISIR processing, verification as applicable, Return of Title IV calculations, satisfactory academic progress, awarding, disbursement, reconciliation, and loan certification.
• Manage graduate federal aid programs, including Direct Unsubsidized and Grad PLUS loans.
• Ensure compliance with Title IV and other applicable regulations, including NSLDS, COD, audits, program reviews, reporting, and required operational adjustments.
• Develop and maintain financial aid policies, procedures, records, communications, and documentation.
• Counsel prospective and current students regarding financial aid opportunities, eligibility, borrowing, enrollment changes, and financial literacy.
• Handle escalated student cases, including special circumstances, professional judgment reviews, and students experiencing financial hardship.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Student Accounts, the Registrar, Academic Affairs, and academic programs on enrollment, billing, aid eligibility, and student support.
• Advise on institutional scholarship awards and participate in planning related to enrollment, retention, affordability, and student success.
• Provide training and guidance to faculty and staff regarding financial aid policies and processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Student information systems

Job description

Gratz College is seeking a Financial Aid Director to oversee all student aid programs in a remote role, preferably local to Philadelphia. The position may be part-time or full-time and is non-exempt.

The Director ensures compliance with federal, state, and institutional requirements, administers aid, and supports students through the aid process, collaborating with Admissions, Student Accounts, and Academic Affairs.