Director Financial Aid, $15k Sign-On Bonus

Universal Technical Institute • Smyrna, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is expanding and opening a new campus in Smyrna, GA. This is an opportunity for an experienced Financial Aid Director to take a leadership role. This high-impact position is crucial for student success and operational excellence. UTI provides hands-on training for technical careers and supports students through their educational journey, including financial aid guidance. As a Director of Financial Aid, you will lead and manage the Financial Aid office, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations while providing an excellent student experience. You will build, coach, and mentor a team, and collaborate across campus to support student access, retention, and success. The ideal candidate is a dynamic and experienced leader capable of inspiring and motivating a team to achieve exceptional results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field.
• Extensive experience (10 year minimum) in post-secondary financial aid, including leadership of teams and Title IV administration.
• Strong understanding of federal/state aid programs and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or advanced professional credentials (e.g., Title IV-related certifications, NASFAA credentials).
• Minimum five (5) years of supervisory/leadership experience in financial aid operations
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience administering Title IV financial aid programs
• Proven track record of process improvement and cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the financial aid team, fostering a high-performing, student-focused culture.
• Oversee all financial aid operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
• Build and implement strategic processes that increase accuracy and operational excellence.
• Guide students and families through financial aid options including grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study.
• Promote financial literacy and make the aid process transparent and supportive.
• Ensure 100% compliance with Title IV and other federal/state regulations.
• Work closely with Admissions, Student Services, Registrar, and leadership to align financial aid with enrollment and student success goals.
• Monitor trends, analyze data, and lead continuous improvements.

Benefits

• $15k Sign-On Bonus
• Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
• Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
• Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
• Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees