MnSCU Academic Supervisor - Director of Financial Aid

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MnSCU Academic Supervisor 3 – Director of Financial Aid

Coon Rapids, MN (home location with teleworking up to two days per week)

The Director of Financial Aid provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and regulatory compliance for all financial aid programs across 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. Key responsibilities include enrollment management, student advocacy, and cross‑campus collaboration.

• Lead and manage the financial aid office budget and staffing.
• Develop, recommend, administer, and evaluate policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Title IV, state, and local financial aid laws, regulations, and policies.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with constituents in a diverse multicultural and multiracial community.
• Analyze data and trends to improve processes and services.

• Minimum 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.
• Oral and written communication skills to effectively explain financial regulations and develop, recommend, administer and evaluate policies and procedures.
• Experience with current financial aid computing and data processing management systems (NSLDS, COD, and/or CPS).

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

• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation time
• Sick time
• Six weeks of paid parental leave
• Low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250‑$1500)
• Pension plan
• 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
• Pre‑tax medical and dental expense plan with roll‑over option and dependent care accounts
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Professional development and tuition waiver program for employees and dependents

Anoka‑Ramsey Community College is an equal opportunity institution and employer. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.