MnSCU Academic Supervisor - Director of Financial Aid

Job Overview

The Director of Financial Aid provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and regulatory compliance for all financial aid programs at Anoka‑Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College. The role ensures equitable access to financial resources, supports student success and retention, and upholds federal, state, and institutional financial aid requirements. The Director plays a key role in enrollment management, student advocacy, and cross‑campus collaboration.

This position is based at the Coon Rapids campus with opportunities to telework up to two days per week, covering responsibilities at all three campuses.

$38.16 - $54.97 per hour; $79,678 – $114,777 annually.

Telework:
Yes, up to two days per week.

Work Shift:

Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:30 pm).

• 3 years of progressively responsible experience in student financial aid administration.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective supervision and leadership, including directing and supporting staff.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with constituents in a diverse multicultural and multiracial community.
• Knowledge of current federal Title IV, state, and local financial aid laws, regulations, and policies to effectively direct the programming and operations of the department.
• Oral and written communication skills to effectively explain financial regulations to internal and external constituents and to develop, recommend, administer, and evaluate policies and procedures.
• Experience with current financial aid computing and data processing management systems (National Student Loan Data System, Common Origination and Disbursement, and/or Central Processing System).

• Master’s degree in Student Affairs or related field.
• Experience using database software such as Integrated Student Record System or similar.
• Experience with Student Aid Internet Gateway, Fiscal Operations Report, Application to Participate reporting, and Federal Student Aid software or similar.
• Demonstrated experience gathering data and analyzing trends to improve processes and services.

Anoka‑Ramsey Community College is an equal opportunity institution and employer.