Director of Financial Aid

Brookline College • Albuquerque, NM

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Financial Aid Director (Corporate-Back Office), you will oversee accurate and timely processing of student records in the Federal COD system, including disbursements and Return of Title IV funds for Unitek College students. The role also tracks and administers the institution’s cohort default management rate and supports administration of state, federal, and other financial aid processes. Regular in-person attendance on campus or on site, up to five days per week, is an essential function of the position, with on-site collaboration involving students, faculty, and staff. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of financial aid experience.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Regular in-person attendance on campus or on site, up to 5 days per week.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• CampusVue experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Award state and federal aid to eligible students according to regulations and institutional policy.
• Process verification and disbursements.
• Calculate Return of Title IV funds.
• Conduct internal file audits and run reports to ensure work integrity.
• Interact with other departments to assist students.
• Assist the VP of Financial Aid and Financial Aid Directors with maintaining up-to-date information on new federal regulations.
• Assist with private loans and institutional payment plans.
• Handle CampusVue exports, imports, and troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot COD and reconcile Direct Loan and Pell Grant disbursements, including preparing reports.
• Manage default-related activities, including weekly CDR reports, updating the CampusVue loan management module, tracking required exit procedures, and updating NSLDS.
• Work with the VP of Financial Aid to review and, if applicable, restructure the CampusVue system.
• Manage back-office and front-office staff as needed and relevant to action items.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Two weeks of starting vacation per year, increasing based on years of service.
• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Company-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary.
• Leadership development and training for career advancement.
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for the employee and family, up to 100% depending on the program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director