VP of Financial Aid Strategy & Operations

Thomas-Jefferson-University-; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Voluntary benefits

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University seeks an Associate Vice President of Financial Aid to shape and manage aid across the full enrollment portfolio. You will align policies with institutional priorities, drive data-driven decisions, and optimize technology and operations for high-quality, student-centered service.

Responsibilities include overseeing audits, policy adherence, and a robust financial literacy program while building and mentoring a high-performing team dedicated to enrollment success and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 10 years of financial aid experience.
• Minimum 7 years in a management/leadership role.
• Experience ensuring regulatory compliance and audits in financial aid.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in design and administration of aid programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional requirements.
• Directing financial aid operations, including awarding, disbursement, and reconciliation.
• Lead a high-performing team and promote student-centered services.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Regulatory compliance

Data-driven decision making

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Thomas Jefferson University seeks an Associate Vice President of Financial Aid to shape and manage aid across the full enrollment portfolio. You will align policies with institutional priorities, drive data-driven decisions, and optimize technology and operations for high-quality, student-centered service.

Responsibilities include overseeing audits, policy adherence, and a robust financial literacy program while building and mentoring a high-performing team dedicated to enrollment success and