Director, Financial Aid Strategy And Pathways, Salt Lake City, Ut

Western Governors University

Salt Lake City, Utah, US
Base: $113,200.00 - $203,800.00; bonus/equity: eli...
Onsite
Federal and state financial aid regulations knowledge
Leading complex multi-department strategic projects
Developing scalable training and qa programs
The Director will lead university-wide strategic initiatives related to financial aid delivery, serving as the primary liaison for complex projects like Prison Education Programs and Workforce Pell

Job Summary

  • The Director will lead university-wide strategic initiatives related to financial aid delivery, serving as the primary liaison for complex projects like Prison Education Programs and Workforce Pell.
  • This role oversees a consolidated Training and Quality Assurance team to ensure high-impact onboarding, continuous training, and robust compliance across Financial Aid and Financial Services.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $113,200.00 - $203,800.00 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

Matching Summary

The Director will lead university-wide strategic initiatives related to financial aid delivery, serving as the primary liaison for complex projects like Prison Education Programs and Workforce Pell.

Salary

Base: $113,200.00 - $203,800.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for bonuses; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, 12 weeks parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Federal and state financial aid regulations knowledge
  • Leading complex multi-department strategic projects
  • Developing scalable training and QA programs
  • Experience with Banner and Salesforce systems
  • Direct supervision of staff members

Nice-to-have

  • Innovative solutions for student-centered experiences
  • Experience in competency-based academic models
  • Strong analytical skills for data-driven decisions
  • Ability to influence without direct authority
  • Background in Prison Education Programs

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 10 years experience in student financial aid programs
  • 5 years experience in direct staff supervision
  • Extensive knowledge of Title IV regulations
  • Experience implementing specialized access programs

Work Rights

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