Director Of Student Financial Aid Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) and the Office of Enrollment Services seeks a Director of Financial Aid. The Director of Financial Aid manages the day to day operations of a fast paced, energetic and student centered office within the division of Student Affairs. If you have a background in higher education and financial aid administration then we encourage you to apply!
This position is part of a dynamic 5 person leadership team within Enrollment Services which is comprised of Admissions and Recruitment, Financial Aid, Office of the Registrar, Student Information, International Students Services, and Military and Veteran Student Services. This position will provide key leadership and direction for area of Financial Aid centered around reducing financial barriers for students and working towards strategic enrollment goals for the university. This individual will be responsible for setting vision and direction for professional, classified and student staff that not only ensures compliance and timely processing, but assists in educating students and families about policies, processes and options which aid in financial planning and educational achievement. We are looking for an individual with a thorough understanding of best practices surrounding title IV, compliance, and student financial aid strong supervision background who can develop a dynamic team all centered around the common goal of student success.
To thrive in this role, the ideal candidate will bring a minimum of five years of experience in student financial aid at an accredited institution, including progressively responsible leadership within financial aid or enrollment management. Success in this position requires a deep understanding of federal and state financial aid regulations, a strong grasp of compliance standards, and experience working in a student service-oriented environment-ideally within a large public institution. Familiarity with Ellucian/Banner, strong technical skills, and knowledge of best practices in financial aid administration are essential. The role demands advanced communication abilities, critical and logical thinking, and a proven capacity for problem-solving and decision-making. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills, the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively, and a commitment to working collaboratively with individuals from varying backgrounds.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in a related field and five years progressively responsible higher education experience and three years management experience, or a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 7 years progressively responsible higher education experience and three years management experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Position Details:
This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule , Grade 83, based on education and experience.
Applications will be accepted for review on 04/24/2026, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on 04/23/2026.
The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.
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If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Craig Mead, at cimead@alaska.edu.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
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* Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
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UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety . Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu .
UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu .
UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu .