Director Of Financial Aid

23 Oct Director Of Financial Aid

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Adams State University

Adams State University is seeking a Director Of Financial Aid .

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment, the Director of Financial Aid provides leadership for all aspects of awarding eligible students financial aid and scholarships. The Director oversees all administrative functions related to compliance with both public and private regulatory bodies, manages the financial aid/scholarship process, and ensures excellent customer service to students, faculty and staff. The Director is a vital member of university committees, gathering and reporting on pertinent data in order to communicate the financial aid and scholarship impact on recruitment and enrollment. The Director is a key member of the Enrollment Management staff, and frequently interacts with Admissions, Advising, Athletics, Human Resources, Graduate Studies, Title V, Registrar, Student Services, Faculty, and Finance Departments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
  • Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Higher Education Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • Five years of progressive experience in higher education financial aid administration, with a minimum of two years in a supervisory or management capacity
    Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, school officials and federal and state agencies.
  • Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Advanced knowledge of awarding and delivery of financial aid funds.
  • Experience working with a variety of state agencies to deliver funding to qualified students


Application Instructions

All interested candidates must submit application materials electronically through Adams State University’s Workday application portal.
No other format of application material will be accepted.

Completed applications include the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be necessary at the time of appointment)
  • Three professional references, including phone number and email for each
  • For full consideration, applications should be received by 10/30/2026. Review of applications will begin immediately as they are received.
  • The position will remain open until filled. Applications received after the priority deadline may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.


Job Posting Link

https://adams.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ASU/details/Director-of-Student-Financial-Aid_R562

Application Deadline

Open until filled.