Description
Compton Community College District
Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Req: C2025-083
Salary: $112,232- $150,401 annual
Deadline: 07/13/2026
Complete job description and application available online at: https://compton.igreentree.com/css_classified/CSSPage_Welcome.ASP?T=20260706085152&
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Director of Financial Aid will provide administrative oversight of the Financial Aid Office at Compton College. The Director of Financial Aid will ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies, procedures, and regulations that pertain to eligibility determination, awarding, and disbursement of financial aid. The Director of Financial Aid is responsible for the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of assigned personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:
Interpret, apply and enforce federal, state and institutional financial aid policies, procedures and regulations that pertain to eligibility determination, awarding and disbursement of financial aid.
Hire, train, supervise and evaluate assigned financial aid personnel. Provide training to assigned personnel to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations and provide excellent customer service.
Participate in and travel to professional development functions locally, regionally and nationally to ensure compliance with federal, state and institutional policies, procedures and regulations.
Participate in financial aid outreach activities and Compton College sponsored functions on and off-campus to educate prospective and current students about federal, state, and institutional financial aid opportunities.
Develop and maintain a Financial Aid Policies & Procedures Manual in compliance with federal, state and institutional policies, procedures and regulations.
Collaborate and work in partnership with the U.S. Department of Education, California Student Aid Commission, and the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office.
Collaborate and work in partnership with Administrative Services to ensure financial aid reports are submitted accurately and on-time, compatibility with external software programs, eligible students are sent debit cards, successful execution of drawdowns and Return of Title IV funds, and that financial aid disbursements are made according to an established schedule.
Collaborate and work in partnership with the Foundation for Compton Community College District and other College District entities to determine eligibility, award and disburse local financial aid.
Collaborate and work in partnership with the Director of Community Relations and Foundation to develop, maintain, and update informational and outreach materials and develop communication tracks in various communication mediums including hardcopy, online and social media.
Serve as the main liaison between the Compton College and any third party vendor for the disbursement of financial aid.
Participate on Compton College assigned committees, work groups, and campus-wide initiatives that address enrollment management and help improve student retention, persistence, graduation, and transfer.
Draft, submit, assess and revise, Compton College documentation that includes, but is not limited to, Accreditation, Program Plans, Program Reviews and Service Area Outcomes.
Direct the preparation, maintenance and on-time submission of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel; and complete surveys and reports as required by federal, state, and institutional policies.
Prepare for and participate in audits and investigations conducted by federal, state and institutional entities and respond in-kind.
Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget for the Financial Aid Office; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations; and monitor assigned accounts and assure proper utilization of funds.
Determine need for hardware and software; communicate with Information Technology Services (ITS) personnel to discuss needs and develop systems; select and order equipment; and participate in the installation of equipment and systems.
Operate computer hardware equipment, software programs and systems, and other office equipment to complete assigned duties and responsibilities.
Advise prospective and current students regarding financial aid; review professional judgment cases; and render decisions on financial aid related matters.
Collaborate and work in partnership with colleagues on and off-campus to resolve issues, address conflicts, and exchange information.
Meet and communicate with students to address and respond to complaints and concerns regarding financial aid eligibility, awarding, and disbursement.
Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid related policies, procedures, and regulations.
Attend a variety of meetings as assigned including staff, division, area, and College District functions.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
In-depth federal, state, and institutional regulations governing financial aid, including grants, scholarships, work-study and loan programs.
Data processing systems, computer hardware and computer software required to determine eligibility, award, and disburse financial aid.
Protocol and skills to train and supervise assigned personnel. Accounting procedures and budget management.
Oral and written communication skills.
Applicable federal, state, and institutional policies, procedures, and regulations.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of college students that come from diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic and racial backgrounds.
Develop positive rapport with assigned financial aid personnel to develop a sense of teamwork.
Interpret, apply, and enforce federal, state, and institutional policies, procedures, and regulations.
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate assigned personnel including student workers.
Work independently on complex financial aid issues and processes.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Operate computer hardware, computer software, and other appropriate office equipment
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have a Master's Degree in business administration, education administration, finance or related field AND five (5) years of responsible, direct work experience in a financial aid office including two years in a supervisory or management role OR A Bachelor's Degree in business administration, education administration, finance or related field AND eight (8) years, responsible, direct work experience in a financial aid office including a minimum of three (3) years in a supervisor or management role.
LICENSE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California Driver's License
WHAT WE OFFER
Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
$50,000 Life Insurance Benefit
Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/403 (b) Roth/457 plans)
Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS)
Abundant Professional Growth & Development Opportunities
Cumulative sick leave
Employee Assistance Program
Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
Progressive and innovative culture
LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE:
Possession of a valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance policy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess mobility to work in an office and residential setting, and use standard office equipment, including a computer vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and close to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 25 pounds. The essential functions of this classification must be performed by the incumbents with or without reasonable accommodation.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position is primarily performed in office and residential settings. Occasional exposure may occur to elevated noise levels, varying indoor and outdoor temperatures, and changing weather conditions. The position may involve interaction with individuals who are upset while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
SALARY RANGE: $112,232 - $150,401 (depending upon education and experience)
The College provides a diversified insured benefit program for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Dependent medical, dental and vision insurance is available, toward which the College and the employee may contribute.
Paid sick leave is granted equal to one day for each month of service. Sick leave may be accumulated indefinitely. Rather than State Disability Insurance, limited sick-leave benefits are available for days beyond the earned sick-leave days. Long-term disability income-protection insurance is also available.
Full-time employees contribute a percentage of their regular salary to either the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) or to the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security.
