Strategic Director of Financial Aid & Student Access

Life University; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Life University in Marietta, GA seeks a Director of Financial Aid to lead a dedicated team, ensuring compliant administration of Title IV programs and supporting student access.

The role emphasizes cross-department collaboration, policy development, audits, and reporting, with a focus on data integrity, customer service, and staff development to sustain high-quality aid services for a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in higher education or related field.
• Minimum five years of supervisory experience in financial aid.
• Strong knowledge of Title IV programs and regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and manage departmental budget.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state financial aid regulations.
• Lead audits and prepare required reports (FISAP, COA, PPA).
• Collaborate across departments to support student access and success.
• Develop policies to maximize aid yield and retention.
• Lead staff development and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in higher education administration or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Life University in Marietta, GA seeks a Director of Financial Aid to lead a dedicated team, ensuring compliant administration of Title IV programs and supporting student access.

The role emphasizes cross-department collaboration, policy development, audits, and reporting, with a focus on data integrity, customer service, and staff development to sustain high-quality aid services for a diverse student body.