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Bon Secours

Director of Financial Aid

Mechanicsville, VA · On-site

$88K - $140K/yr

Days (United States of America) DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL AID | Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Richmond, VA Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position Provides leadership ...

Bon Secours

Director of Financial Aid

Mechanicsville, VA · On-site

$88K - $140K/yr

Days (United States of America) DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL AID | Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Richmond, VA Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position Provides leadership ...

Bon Secours

Director of Financial Aid

Mechanicsville, VA · On-site

$88K - $140K/yr

Days (United States of America) DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL AID | Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing Richmond, VA Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position Provides leadership ...

Tidewater Tech

Financial Aid Officer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$30/hr

This role involves evaluating financial aid applications, providing guidance to students on ... Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned by the Campus Director of Compliance ...

Tidewater Tech

Financial Aid Officer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$30/hr

This role involves evaluating financial aid applications, providing guidance to students on ... Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned by the Campus Director of Compliance ...

Tidewater Tech

Financial Aid Officer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$30/hr

This role involves evaluating financial aid applications, providing guidance to students on ... Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned by the Campus Director of Compliance ...

Wlu

Financial Aid Coordinator

Lexington, VA · Hybrid

$22.54 - $26.15/hr

Helps the Assistant Director of Financial Aid with the administration of the Washington and Lee Loan Program. This includes coordination of student Master Promissory Notes (loan paperwork ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for director financial aid in Virginia is $89,141.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,500.00 and $109,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a financial aid director do?

A financial aid director oversees the financial aid department at a private school, college, or university. In this career, your primary job duties are to implement financial aid programs and oversee financial aid staff as they evaluate student eligibility for loans, grants, and work-study options. Your responsibilities are to verify the information in financial aid applications, monitor sources of federal and state funding, track enrollment statistics and expenditures, and administer programs that meet the needs of your school.

What is the difference between Director Financial Aid vs Financial Aid Manager?

AspectDirector Financial AidFinancial Aid Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire financial aid department, develops policies, manages staff, and ensures compliance with regulations.Manages daily operations of financial aid programs, processes applications, and assists students with aid options.
Required CredentialsBachelor’s degree; often a master’s; experience in financial aid or higher education.Bachelor’s degree; experience in financial aid or student services.
Work EnvironmentHigher education institutions, administrative offices.Financial aid offices, student services departments.

The main difference is that the Director Financial Aid holds a leadership role overseeing the entire department, while the Financial Aid Manager handles daily operations and student interactions. Both roles require relevant experience and education, but the director typically has broader strategic responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Financial Aid job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Temporary. Highlights an 88% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,141 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Director of Financial Aid

Bon Secours Mercy Health

Mechanicsville, VA • On-site

$88K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Bon Secours Mercy Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 477 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

421st of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL AID | Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing

Richmond, VA

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Provides leadership, accountability, and daily management of the Financial Aid Office to administer federal, state, and institutional financial aid funding. Maintains regulatory compliance and protects the integrity of the financial aid services of the College. Creates and maintains quality customer service to students and partners.

Essential Job Functions

  • Overseefull-servicefinancialaidprocessing,includingdocumentcollection,budgeting,awarding, FAFSAverificationandloancertificationfortheCollege.
  • Maintain current knowledge of federal and institutional policies and procedures regulating student aid. Maintain compliance with all regulations.
  • Create, maintain, and comply with all timelines required by the institution and regulatory bodies.
  • Manageand evaluate processes to allowforefficientand accurate reporting and processing offinancial aid.
  • Monitor Satisfactory Academic Progress of all students.
  • Provide oversight and preparation for annual Single (A-133) audit.
  • Proactive approach to identifying problems, creating innovate solutions, managing projects, leading teams, and implementing efficiencies and effectiveness using technology.
  • Facilitate application of military and veteran affairs benefits to student financial aid awards.
  • Coordinatefinancialaidfunctionswith appropriateofficesand asa partofintegrated studentserviceefforts.
  • Work closely with the Business Office.
  • Hire,trainandsuperviseFinancialAidstaffintheessentialsofcustomerservice,studentoutreach,student financial planning and the necessary elements of financial aid compliance.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of principles and processes for delivering excellent customer service, including student needs assessment, establishing quality standards and metrics for services and the evaluation of customer service.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

  • Bachelor Degree (required)
  • Graduate Degree (preferred)

Minimum Qualifications

  • 3-5 years experience in higher education financial aid.
  • Knowledge of the financial aid process to include a strong working knowledge of federal regulations and financial aid office operations.
  • Knowledge of higher education processes, best practices, supervisory/personnel practices, strong communication and technology skills.

Skills

  • Working knowledge of higher education regulations
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to lead and communicate with others.
  • Explain financial aid operations to administrators, faculty, staff, etc.

Salary Range: $88,420.00 - $140,000.00

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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