Director, Financial Aid

Description

Director, Financial Aid

First Review:
February 12, 2026 – Open Until Filled

Estimated Starting Salary

$8,341 - $9,664 monthly
$100,092 - $115,972 annually

Full salary range is listed above

12 months / শেষে 40 hours per week

Under the direction of an administrator or manager, plans, organizes, manages, and directs the day‑to‑day operations, workflow, and activities of the Financial Aid Office; performs advanced analytical review related to advising and packaging financial aid programs; oversees and coordinates technical and specialized resources based on emerging trends in student demographics and financial aid needs; oversees government agencies and organizations related to financial aid matters;

participates in the determination of eligibility and awarding financial aid funds and grant resources; develops internal processes and comprehensive policies and procedures related to the area of assignment.

College of the Siskiyous seeks applicants who possess the skills and qualities necessary to provide exceptional support to our diverse student body. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment that reflects the richness of our community. If you share our commitment to social and racial justice and are passionate about creating a more equitable educational experience, we encourage you to apply.

The Director, Financial Aid demonstrates specialized knowledge of financial aid programs and grants to develop and implement student‑centered and fiscally accountable services, student eligibility, and financial aid delivery; administers local, state, and federal student financial aid and grants processing and mandated reporting; develops and implements financial aid policies, procedures, and processes to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.

• Directs, plans, organizes, and supervises assigned staff, activities, and operations of the Financial Aid and Veterans’ Office.
• Trains and evaluates assigned staff; monitors staff performance; partners with Human Resources (HR) in the review and evaluation process; resolves employee performance concerns referencing the appropriate collective bargaining agreement (CBA); recommends employee discipline up to and including termination, as appropriate.
• Participates in the district and college screening committee and hiring processes, including but not limited to recruitment, applicant screening, interview, selection, hiring, and onboarding of new staff; works with HR to complete and process new‑hire paperwork in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Develops, updates, and maintains a comprehensive policies and procedures manual in accordance with federal regulations and department and college policies.
• Creates, implements, and administers a quality control system to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations to minimize financial liability.
• Develops, updates, and disseminates communications to convey and describe financial aid programs and services in accordance with federal consumer information laws, including publications and forms.
• Oversees and manages the day‑to‑day operations of the Financial Aid department; creates, updates, and maintains the department's master calendar; plans, organizes, and implements special projects; communicates department activities, events, deadlines, and timelines through a variety of sources, including but not limited to email distribution, correspondence, memoranda, webpage updates, and flyers.
• Analyzes, oversees, and provides quality control for verification of students' eligibility for financial aid programs; prepares and processes financial aid awards to eligible students.
• Coordinates the provision of services with local agencies and organizations; reviews and identifies current and emerging technology needs; coordinates, assists, and executes automation projects for program improvements with Information Technology (IT) services, as needed.
• Determines and recommends college policies and procedures to enhance and increase the effectiveness of the college's financial aid program;…