Director Of Student Financial Aid HV-MC

Position: Director Of Student Financial Aid HV-MC 8808-2
Institutional Background:

Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta, New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools:
Business and Liberal Arts;
Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 10,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has a newly established campus in Malta, NY, known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY.

With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Disclaimer:

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must currently be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident and hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States.

Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check, reference check and verification of official college transcripts.

Vacancy:
Director of Student Financial Aid

HV-MC-8808-2

Department:
Financial Aid

Reports To:

Dean of Enrollment Services

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Location:

Main Campus (Troy, NY)

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

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Position Summary:

The Director of Student Financial Aid reports to the Dean of Enrollment Services and plays a strategic leadership role in managing the Financial Aid Office. This position requires a high degree of independent judgment, strategic thinking, and collaboration to align financial aid operations with the College's mission and strategic goals. The Director will champion initiatives that promote financial access, compliance, literacy, and student success.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provides leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operations of the Financial Aid Office.

2. Serves as the Chief Title IV Student Financial Aid Administrator for the campus.

3. Supervises Associate and/or Assistant Directors and offers leadership and guidance to financial aid staff.

4. Interprets, applies, and communicates federal and state financial aid regulations.

5. Implements programmatic changes to ensure compliance.

6. Oversees office policies, procedures, personnel, and internal controls related to state and federal compliance.

7. Develops, maintains, and updates internal operational policies and procedural documentation.

8. Leads the implementation and reporting of the SUNY Reconnect Program, ensuring accurate aid packaging, and data tracking.

9. Monitors and assesses programs and internal processes to safeguard financial aid resources and ensure regulatory compliance.

10. Advises campus leadership on policy decisions and strategic initiatives related to financial aid.

11. Evaluates and optimizes departmental structure to meet goals efficiently and within budget.

12. Conducts annual departmental evaluations, assessments, and unit plans aligned with institutional objectives.

13. Partners with IT and system administrators to test, streamline, and optimize Ellucian Banner processes; develop or request data queries for analysis and reporting.

14. Ensures accurate and timely verification and awarding of financial aid in accordance with all applicable regulations.

15. Monitors student financial aid eligibility, including satisfactory academic progress, and communicate any changes clearly and promptly.

16. Plans, manages, and monitors the department's annual budget.

17. Prepares and submits all required…