Associate Director of Financial Aid

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Associate Director of Financial Aid

Full Time Adm Reg Northbridge University - Tampa Campus, Tampa, FL, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 3997

At Northbridge University we are looking for a Associate Director of Financial Aid !

The Associate Director of Financial Aid (ADOFA) assists the Director of Financial Aid with providing direction and planning necessary for overseeing the school’s entire Financial Aid operation to ensure maximum utilization of Federal resources. The Associate Director of Financial Aid conducts overviews for student financial aid, entrance and exit interviews, and packages financial aid for all new student enrollments, as well as, continuing students. Responsible for forecasting cash in-flow for the school. Awards and tracks Federal Pell Grants and other federal student loans, Florida Student Assistance Grants, and Student Educational Opportunity Grants.

• Bachelor’s degree in related fields of Accounting, Finance, and Business Administration.
• Prior work experience in Financial Aid
• Prior experience working in proprietary college.
• Must be Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the supervision of the Financial Services team and assigning responsibilities.
• Ensure proper awarding of Federal funds and completion of verification.
• Audits and certifies all files for each start date, including verification of all documents uploaded.
• Designs, establishes, and maintains an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the organization’s goals and objectives; trains, supervises and evaluates unit staff.
• Develops and recommends policies for financial aid that support the goals and policies of the institution and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Monitor, evaluate, and recommend financial aid to qualified student applicants.
• Meet with students to analyze student eligibility for financial aid; review and approve student loans. Input FAFSAs daily and print needs analysis for file review, monitor, and adjust student aid awards as necessary. Resolve student appeals pertaining to their financial aid eligibility/awards.
• Administer multiple student assistance programs (Federal and private). Package futures to a 0 balance and schedule their aid in CampusVue

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Staff meetings and 1:1 meetings with FA members
• Employee Performance Management (Coaching/Mentoring)

Why Join Northbridge University?

At Northbridge University, you become part of a community devoted to academic excellence, innovation, and human development. Every employee, from faculty to administrative staff, plays a key role in advancing the growth of our students while enhancing their own professional journey. We foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and ongoing learning, where innovative ideas are welcomed and talent is supported. Our employees enjoy professional growth opportunities, career stability, and the satisfaction of contributing to an organization that changes lives through education.

At Northbridge University, you’re not just building a career, you’re creating a meaningful purpose.

Northbridge University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The selected applicant will undergo a background check and educational verification.