The Higher Education Assistance Group, Inc. (HEAG) is actively seeking a Financial Aid Director for a 12-month engagement in the greater New Orleans area. We are seeking candidates with a minimum of 5 years of recent, Director-level management and leadership experience in a dynamic, fast-paced Financial Aid Office, and must demonstrate Ellucian Colleague proficiency. Prior financial aid consulting experience is a plus, but not mandatory. Consultants must demonstrate direct knowledge of complex compliance issues, including but not limited to knowledge of reconciliation, R2T4, SAP review and compliance, as well as institutional, program and student level eligibility. Candidates must be well versed in the administration of Financial Aid Programs and able to manage responsibilities in both strategic and functional capacities. Successful candidates will have excellent communication skills and the ability to manage staff and office needs independently/. Candidates must also have the ability to communicate complex compliance issues and other important issues to non-FA staff, including Executives. The Higher Education Assistance Group, Inc. (HEAG) is a comprehensive financial aid consulting group with corporate headquarters located in Wellesley, Massachusetts & has been in business for over 35 years. Our consultants are based across the country. Please submit your resume and cover letter for immediate consideration.