Broward College · 20 hours ago
Senior Director, Financial Aid (Operations)
Broward College is dedicated to providing exceptional educational opportunities, and they are seeking a Senior Director of Financial Aid to lead the Financial Aid Department. This role involves overseeing the administration, planning, and management of various financial aid programs while ensuring compliance with higher education standards and regulations.
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Responsibilities
Provides college-wide leadership, vision and support for the administrative and operational activities of a service-oriented Financial Aid Department
Oversees the administration, planning, and management of multiple types of financial aid, including but not limited to federal, state, and institutional
Ensures that all funds managed by the department process within higher education standards, and are compliant with all regulations
Performs related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
In-depth knowledge and expertise in all aspects of own and related areas of the College, and pertinent interdependencies
General understanding of the external environment and how it affects academia in general and Broward in particular, including political, legal, environmental, educational, financial and social influences
Strong knowledge of College structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area
Proven expertise in planning and executing operational plans, managing projects and/or programs, budgeting and cost control
Strong managerial and team building skills, and demonstrated ability to motivate and empower direct and indirect reports to achieve area priorities
Ability to diagnose, plan and manage resource requirements for own area, including staffing, budgets, equipment, etc
Ability to partner with others across the College and externally to exchange information, collaborate on projects, share resources, etc
Ability to influence others of the benefits/importance of an idea or plan of action and to gain their support or commitment
Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues
Ability to mentor staff, an advanced knowledge of financial aid federal and state regulations coupled with strong analytical skills
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Advanced knowledge of Public college and higher education standards is necessary
Benefits
Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
Wellness Program
Vacation/Paid Time Off
Winter and Spring Break Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members
Company
Broward College
Broward College is a state college located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.95MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Education
2023-01-20Grant· $0.95M
Leadership Team
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