Regional Director of Financial Aid (Lakeland and Tampa Campuses)

NATIONAL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY•Tampa, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Northbridge University is seeking a qualified Regional Director of Financial Aid to oversee financial aid operations for its Lakeland and Tampa campuses. This role is crucial in ensuring students receive the maximum financial aid they are entitled to, in compliance with regulations, while providing timely and high-quality service. The position requires a proactive approach to managing financial aid processes, supporting student success, and leading a team dedicated to academic excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related fields of accounting, finance, business, administration, etc. required
At least 3 years of Financial Aid work experience in a supervisory position.
Availability to travel and work rotating hours, nights, and weekends.
Availability to attend conferences and professional development events to stay current on Financial Aid regulations, trends, and policy changes.
Excellent technology skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), CampusVue, among others.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in proprietary schools preferred

Responsibilities

Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Financial Aid Office for the assigned locations.
Providing direction and leadership in the implementation of all policies, procedures, programs and services of the Financial Aid Department to ensure timely and high-quality service to all students.
Complying with the Document Retention policy and disposal of documents, and performing a proper filing process.
Collaborating in maintaining student records with all required documents duly completed and preserved.
Reviewing, documenting and approving students with unusual circumstances such as, but not limited to: Dependency Override, Professional Judgment, Plus Override, and Unusual Enrollment.
Coordinating with the corresponding personnel the management of schedules, training and tasks of the participants of the Federal Work Study program; complying with institutional policies and federal regulation.
Ensuring operational efficiency of FA department to support FTC goals in terms of start, retention, and financial budgets.
Collaborating with the designated institutional staff in the evaluation and resolution, if applicable, of disbursement eligibility exceptions so that students can receive their financial aid on time.
Supervising and collaborating in the determination of student eligibility to receive the various financial aid funds to which they are entitled, verifying, processing, and granting these in accordance with the need analysis and current state and federal regulations.
Monitoring that students receive a high-level service experience.
Reporting to assigned campuses to reinforce supervision and staff performance within the Financial Aid Department.
Conducting periodic meetings with the Financial Aid personnel as required in order to keep them informed on matters related to the Department and the Institution.
Monitoring that the Financial Aid personnel are in continuous compliance with institutional policies, procedures and regulations and that their work is performed accurately and efficiently.
Effectively controlling and adequately managing federal, state, and institutional funds assigned.
Actively participating in meetings and/or Institutional events as required.

Benefits

Medical Coverage -Including additional options HSA, and FSAs - Dependent, and Health Care
Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage
12 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Paid Volunteer Day
401[k] with 50% Employer Matching
Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance Options
Growth Opportunities
Education Assistance
Professional Development Benefits
Group Life Insurance (No Cost)
Long Term Disability (No Cost)
Talent Referral Program (No Cost)
TicketsatWork - Discount Entertainment Program (No Cost)
Enjoy a paid day off on your birthday (available to full-time employees after two years)