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Director of Financial Aid

Job Locations US-CA-Long Beach
ID 2024-6717
Type
Regular Employee

Overview

Do you have a passion for developing and building a powerful team?  Guiding them through financial needs and options to attend college?  As a Director of Financial Aid, you will be the subject matter expert on all Financial Aid topics.  You will be advising the Financial Aid department on processes and procedures that comply with all Title IV guidelines.  If you’re detail-oriented, compassionate, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you! 


Position Overview:
The Director of Financial Aid is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Financial Aid office. This role will oversee the development and implementation of financial aid strategies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and experienced leader who can inspire and motivate a team to achieve exceptional results. 

 

What We Offer:

  • $80,000 - 100,000 per year
  • Weekends OFF
  • Paid Training
  • FREE Tuition for you AND your Immediate Family
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Ins/STD & LTD Ins
  • 401K, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off
  • ADD OTHER BENEFITS

 

 

Responsibilities

  • Team Leadership: Recruit, hire, and develop a high-performing team of financial aid professionals.
  • Financial Aid Expert: Develop and implement effective financial aid policies and procedures.
  • Attention to Detail: Oversee the financial aid application process, award packaging, and disbursement.
  • Mentorship: Provide ongoing training, coaching, and mentorship to staff.
  • Advisor: Provide students with financial aid options and eligibility requirements.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum five years’ experience in an administrative position in the Financial Aid office of a public or approved private post-secondary school is strongly preferred.
    • Minimum of five years of leadership or management experience is strongly preferred.
  • Communicate effectively: Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Multi-Task: Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Tech Savvy: Proficiency in personal computer software applications, including Word, Excel, and Access

About Us:

It’s all about the reputation. 55+ years of experience, trusted by 35+ industry-leading brands, 16 campuses, and 5 technical schools.  But it’s not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We’re on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!

 

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