Associate Financial Aid Director jobs in Rhode Island

Associate Financial Aid Director assists in the operation of the financial aid program. Instructs students and parents on the application for loans or scholarships. Being an Associate Financial Aid Director maintains records of scholarships, grants, and other monetary assistance. Has knowledge of available private, state, and federal financial aid programs. Additionally, Associate Financial Aid Director typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to the Financial Aid Director. The Associate Financial Aid Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be an Associate Financial Aid Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Associate Director of Financial Aid Services
  • Community College of Rhode Island
  • Warwick, RI FULL_TIME
  • Department
    Financial Aid

    Position Category
    Staff - NonClassified

    About CCRI
    The Community College of Rhode Island is New England’s largest community college, and a nationally-recognized leader in catalyzing student success and achievement for recent high school graduates and returning adults alike.
    We provide affordable, open access to higher education, and we deliver on our mission to offer all students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for intellectual, professional and personal growth.

    Diversity is our strength. We champion equity, and we celebrate, support and thrive on the diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that are represented across our four campuses.
    We strive to hire and retain culturally competent faculty and staff whose demographics are reflective of our diverse student body. To learn more about our employees’ values and what it means to work here, learn about our Guiding Principles here.

    Job Summary
    The Associate Director of Financial Aid Services is a leader within the Financial Aid Office and is responsible for the administration of a complex financial aid program, including procedure development, funding application and accounting, supervision and training of staff, in order to provide proactive and responsive service to prospective and current CCRI students.

    Duties and Responsibilities
    Commitment to CCRI’s Mission:
    • Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college.
    • Work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive and student-centered environment, with students of various learning styles, cultures, identities, and life-experiences.
    • Continuously endeavor to provide prospective and current students access to postsecondary education while identifying and removing barriers that prevent initial and continued enrollment.
    • Partner with other college departments to develop and implement initiatives designed to close equity gaps in under-represented student populations.


    Position-Specific Knowledge
    • Formulate, implement, review and evaluate policies, procedures and standards to ensure departmental compliance with Financial Aid guidelines and objectives.
    • Administer and conduct ongoing statistical reviews and reconciliation of all financial aid programs including Student Employment, Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG, Institutional and Foundation Scholarships, Federal Direct Loans and any other source of funds for student assistance.
    • Provide financial aid services to students, develop packaging strategies for awarding funds and oversee professional judgment issues.
    • Participate in program and statistical reviews/audits; provide for the implementation of resulting recommendations.
    • Maintain expertise in all areas of financial aid so that the department can plan and react positively to constantly changing Federal, State and institutional postures concerning student assistance.
    • Perform needs analyses on student applications and construct financial aid packages; authorize program disbursements.

    Student Service
    • Interview and counsel students and parents regarding financial aid programs. Make recommendations and referrals to other institutional personnel such as Advising, Admissions, etc.
    • Demonstrate a commitment to provide quality services to potential and existing students and parents.
    • Troubleshoot problems as they arise and recommend and carry out appropriate resolutions.
    • Coordinate and participate in FAFSA filing workshops for prospective and current students.
    • Oversee and coordinate departmental phone queue, email, text messaging, voicemail and front counter coverage to maintain optimal service to students and other constituents.

    Management and Leadership Skills
    • Select, supervise, train and evaluate department staff.
    • Interface with other appropriate institutional departments to coordinate programs, services and policies.

    Community Engagement
    • Be active in relevant professional associations.
    • Participate in College committees as assigned.
    • Interface with guidance counselors and community service organizations to provide timely and accurate flow of financial aid information to potential applicants.
    • Provide and evaluate data being released to outside agencies to ensure compliance.
    • Liaison with outside agencies and coordinate outreach activities.

    Administrative Duties
    • Oversee a comprehensive debt management, default prevention and financial literacy program.
    • Interface with third party vendors, including but not limited to, those performing verification and other services.
    • Prepare informational materials for publication and maintain current information on the departmental website.
    • Other related duties as required.

    Minimum Requirements
    • Bachelor’s degree
    • Five years of Financial Aid (or similar) experience
    • Demonstrated experience with staff supervision
    • Demonstrated knowledge of federal financial aid regulations


    Competencies and Desired Qualifications
    • Master’s degree
    • Strong computer software (e.g., Excel) and student information systems (e.g., Banner) knowledge and skills
    • Demonstrated experience with the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD and National Student Loan Data Systems (NSLDS) applications
    • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills
    • Demonstrated experience with the Federal Direct Student Loan program

  • 7 Days Ago

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Financial Aid Specialist - Part-time
  • Onward We Learn
  • Providence, RI PART_TIME
  • DescriptionOrganizational OverviewThe mission of Onward We Learn is to prepare and inspire young people in Rhode Island to become the first in their families to attend and complete college. From the t...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Financial Aid Representative (Two Positions)
  • Rhode Island College
  • Providence, RI FULL_TIME
  • The Financial Aid Office at Rhode Island College administers an extensive program of scholarships, grants, loans, and work study to help students successfully manage education costs. Primary Purpose T...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Managing Director
  • Gorra Financial Group
  • Providence, RI CONTRACTOR,FULL_TIME
  • Gorra Financial Group, an agency appointed with the insurance companies of OneAmerica®, is a leading financial services firm known for its commitment to excellence, creativity, and client satisfaction...
  • 30 Days Ago

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Managing Director of Financial Programs
  • Rhode Island Commerce
  • Providence, RI FULL_TIME
  • Statement of Duties The Managing Director of Financial Services will direct all financial programs offered to business clients of the Corporation. Develop and execute comprehensive long and short-rang...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Associate Billing Analyst
  • National Financial Services LLC
  • , RI FULL_TIME
  • Job Description: This Associate Billing Analyst role is within the FBOT organization. The specific role is a key member of the Operational Accounting team providing a range of billing, reconciliations...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Income Estimation for Associate Financial Aid Director jobs
$60,423 to $85,412

Associate Financial Aid Director in La Crosse, WI
Wiley College is currently seeking qualified applicants for the Associate Director of Financial Aid/Work-Study Coordinator.
January 26, 2020
Associate Financial Aid Director in Schenectady, NY
In consultation with the Financial Aid Director, the Senior Associate Director of Financial Aid, will be responsible for the development and execution of the training and overall management of the professional Financial Aid staff.
February 20, 2020
Associate Financial Aid Director in Kansas City, MO
The Senior Associate will bring the experience necessary to cultivate and manage relationships with students, their parents and families, and other key offices at the College.
December 15, 2019