Director, Financial Aid

R-02036

San Diego County - Cuyamaca College

Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!

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Job Summary

Application Deadline: Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

NOTE: Application materials that are submitted on the last day of application and are timed out will not be accepted.

Department: Financial Aid

Months worked out of the Year: 12 months

FTE: 1.0

Work hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Shift Differential: None

Starting Salary Range:

Range: ML-08: $106,496 (Step A) or $110,756 (Step B) or $115,187 (Step C)

Based on education and experience

Anticipated Start Date: April/May 2024

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Vice President, Student Services, plan, organize, manage and administer the financial aid programs; supervise, train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan, organize, develop and direct financial aid programs; prepare applications for federal and state funding; develop and administer departmental budget for the Financial Aid Office.

Interpret and explain federal and state regulations and legislation; prepare a variety of federal and state accountability reports; direct the maintenance of required records and statistics.

Maintain financial aid program quality and integrity; define program goals and philosophies; assure the programs comply with federal, state and local requirements.

Develop, implement, coordinate and evaluate policies and procedures for the administration of various financial programs.

Develop, coordinate and supervise the process for the delivery of financial aid funds; confer with Information Systems personnel regarding the development and enhancement of data processing systems and software applications.

Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; adjust workload and assignments; provide overall direction for training.

Participate in internal, federal and state audits as needed; respond to findings and initiate actions as required.

Act as a liaison with other college departments, educational institutions, the community and state and federal governing agencies.

Plan, organize and manage the expenditures of college work study, grant and loan funds to maximize student and institutional needs.

Coordinate and interface financial aid programs and activities with other college departments and state and federal agencies.

Represent the Financial Aid Office and the District at a variety of administrative and professional meetings as required.

Perform related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: a Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration or related field and three years of increasingly responsible professional experience in administration of financial aid.

SPECIAL SKILLS OR REQUIREMENTS:

• In-depth knowledge of the Education Code, Title 5 and other administrative regulations and the ability to apply these regulations.

• Sensitivity to all facets of the community including the needs of various groups which comprise it.

• Ability to successfully delegate, ensure adherence to College and District policies, practices and procedures, hold others responsible yet instill confidence among the faculty and staff.

• Facilitate communication and understanding of perspectives among faculty, staff, students, and the community, within the framework of a multi-college district.

• Commitment to the community college concept, including the open door philosophy and a diverse curriculum for a heterogeneous student population.

• Ability to participate in the Community College planning process while participating in the achievement of the goals and priorities of the District as a whole.

• Ability to work cooperatively and responsively with all segments of the College, District and community at large.

• Facilitate communication and understanding, among faculty, staff, students, the community, within the framework of a multi-college district.

• Dedication to keeping students informed while seeking their opinions and providing a range of student services.

• Commitment to a comprehensive, student-oriented environment that facilitates learning and student development.

• Dedication to the improvement of the educational process.

• Ability to participate in the process, development, and achievement of the college vision, and communicate that to staff.

• Ability to exercise leadership to advance the College's mission.

• Facilitate communication and understanding of perspectives among faculty, staff, students, and the community.

• Dedication to the improvement of the educational process.

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

• Technical aspects of field of specialty.

• Principles and practices of management.

• Resolve student and personnel issues and problems.

Additional Information

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

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GCCCD is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX employer.

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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.

The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.

The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Water/Wastewater Technology programs.

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