Director of Financial Aid

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Director of Financial Aid | Whitman College Are you a financial aid leader passionate about expanding access to higher education and helping students achieve their goals? Another Source is partnering with Whitman College in beautiful Walla Walla, Washington, to recruit its next Director of Financial Aid! Whitman is making bold investments in college affordability, including its innovative 10% Promise and commitment to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need for admitted students.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a nationally recognized liberal arts college and play a strategic role in shaping financial aid programs, supporting enrollment goals, and improving the student experience.

• Salary: $95,000–$115,000
• Hybrid flexibility:
  Up to 20% remote work per week
• Relocation assistance available
• Strategic leadership:
  Report directly to the VP for Admission and Financial Aid
• Meaningful impact:
  Help advance access, affordability, and student success
• Location:
  
  Walla Walla, Washington

Another Source's client,
Whitman College
, is recruiting a Director of Financial Aid to join their team in Walla Walla, Washington. This position offers up to 20% hybrid work per week, along with relocation assistance.

Located in the heart of Walla Walla, Washington, Whitman College is a nationally recognized liberal arts institution known for academic excellence, personalized education, and a deeply collaborative campus culture. With a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of just 16, Whitman creates an environment where meaningful relationships, individualized support, and student success are central to the college experience.

Whitman is making significant investments in educational access and affordability. With an endowment approaching $850 million, the College has introduced innovative initiatives, including its 10% Promise, which caps tuition at 10% of family income for eligible families. Beginning in fall 2026, Whitman meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students. These commitments reflect an institution dedicated to removing financial barriers and expanding educational opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds.

Beyond academics, Whitman offers an exceptional sense of community and place. Its beautiful campus is within walking distance of downtown Walla Walla, a vibrant destination known for its culinary scene, wineries, and outdoor recreation. The College's collaborative culture, commitment to individual growth, and strong student outcomes make it a compelling place to build a meaningful career in higher education.

Learn more about Whitman's Admission and Financial Aid programs: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-aid

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of financial aid at a college making bold commitments to access and affordability.

Reporting directly to the Vice President for Admission and Financial Aid, the Director of Financial Aid serves as a strategic partner in advancing Whitman's enrollment, retention, and student success goals. The Director leads the Financial Aid Office, oversees federal, state, and institutional aid programs, and helps translate the College's commitment to affordability into meaningful opportunities for students and families.

As Whitman expands its financial aid commitments and navigates an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, this leader will play a central role in strengthening financial aid strategy, modernizing systems and processes, and enhancing the student experience.

The ideal candidate brings a balance of strategic thinking, operational expertise, and student-centered leadership. This is an opportunity to influence institutional financial aid policy, develop a collaborative and innovative team, and make a lasting impact on students' ability to access and complete a Whitman education.

• Financial Aid Strategy, Administration & Enrollment Partnership (40%)
• Team Leadership & Organizational Development (25%)
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting (20%)
• Student Advocacy & Retention (10%)
• Innovation & Evolving Priorities (5%)

• Bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience in financial aid or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
• Experience administering complex financial aid programs and applying…