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Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Inside Higher Ed
Elon, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/16/2026 CLOSED ON 4/19/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Financial Aid position at Inside Higher Ed?

Location: Elon University Campus

Title: Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Days Per Week: Monday - Friday

Hours Per Week: 40

VP Area: Admissions and Financial Aid

Department: Financial Aid

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Financial Aid is responsible for all interaction between the university and students of our special populations; this can include GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon Scholarship benefits, Elon Academy, Alamance Scholars, Freedom Scholars, Center for Access and Success, HealthEU, Emerging Journalists Program, International students, our Tuition Exchange Program, and various other programs. The other primary duties include monitoring Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and verification of ISIRs selected by the federal processor. Duties include performing evaluation of financial need and evaluating undergraduate need-based financial aid and counseling students and parents about financial aid options. The position will serve as a point of contact for all on and off-campus presentations to parents and prospective students regarding financial aid opportunities. Excellent communication skills are necessary to represent Elon University.

Benefits Of Working At Elon

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses

Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education And Experience

Bachelor's degree in any relevant field of study with minimum 1 year of relevant work experience. Ideal candidates will have experience working in a college or university financial aid office.

Preferred Education And Experience

Graduate degree preferred; collegiate financial aid experience with knowledge of VA and G.I. Bill processes. Exemplary public presentation skills and ability to coordinate with multiple programs across campus in support of diversity and access.

Satisfactory Academic Progress experience and knowledge of ISIR verification rules; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Duties

  • Process financial aid for all special populations. Specific programs can include GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon Scholarship benefits, Elon Academy, Alamance Scholars, Freedom Scholars, Center for Access and Success, HealthEU, Emerging Journalists Program, International students, Tuition Exchange and various other programs. VA Certifying Official for all VA student benefits.
  • The position will serve as a point of contact for all on and off-campus presentations to parents and prospective students regarding financial aid opportunities.
  • Perform verification, evaluating financial aid, administering the SAP process, and various other federal, state, and institutional processes as needed.
  • Inclusive Community Building Community is foundational to Elon and a shared responsibility within our residential campus. All who work at Elon should demonstrate an understanding of and engagement with Elon's foundational commitment to relationships, mentoring and collaboration in a close-knit residential community. We embrace the shared responsibility to foster inclusive excellence within a strong residential community. Accordingly, employees are expected to join together and build connections in activities that foster an active and engaged campus environment and engage in professional development to support the shared responsibility of enriching diversity, equity, and inclusion through meaningful relationships and mentoring at Elon. Employees are encouraged to, for example, attend or participate in campus activities such as College Coffee, Numen Lumen, campus cultural events, athletic events, continuing education, professional development opportunities and trainings, employee resource groups and other university-sponsored activities to demonstrate an active commitment to the Elon community.

To Apply: To apply, visit: https://jobs.elon.edu/jobs/assistant-director-of-financial-aid-elon-university-campus-north-carolina-united-states-394f80d1-f3d4-4b29-99f2-c7e3589ea8e0.

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