What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL AID (HYBRID POSITION) position at Maine Community College System?
DIRECTOR of FINANCIAL AID
Full Time Hybrid Position
Starting Salary Range: $ 60,602.87 - $79,073.01
Benefits: 100% employer paid health, dental and life insurance for employees (spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage also available), vision insurance, choice of Maine Public Employees Retirement System or TIAA CREF in lieu of social security, generous vacation/personal/sick time allowances, 13 paid holidays, professional development, and free tuition within the MCCS for employees, spouse and/or dependents.
SMCC Summary Of Benefits 2025.pdf
Responsibilities: The Director manages all aspects of student financial aid, is responsible for federal and state program compliance and reporting; will supervise a team of professional and support staff; will manage the maintenance, upgrade and enhancement of the computerized financial aid module of the Student Information System; and is responsible for working with appropriate offices to facilitate effective strategies that support the College’s retention objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
THINKING ABOUT APPLYING?
Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of applications will begin on September 10, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three professional references. Apply Here
Full Time Hybrid Position
Starting Salary Range: $ 60,602.87 - $79,073.01
Benefits: 100% employer paid health, dental and life insurance for employees (spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage also available), vision insurance, choice of Maine Public Employees Retirement System or TIAA CREF in lieu of social security, generous vacation/personal/sick time allowances, 13 paid holidays, professional development, and free tuition within the MCCS for employees, spouse and/or dependents.
SMCC Summary Of Benefits 2025.pdf
Responsibilities: The Director manages all aspects of student financial aid, is responsible for federal and state program compliance and reporting; will supervise a team of professional and support staff; will manage the maintenance, upgrade and enhancement of the computerized financial aid module of the Student Information System; and is responsible for working with appropriate offices to facilitate effective strategies that support the College’s retention objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, education or related field from an accredited college or university
- At least 5 years of experience in post-secondary financial aid at the managerial level
- Knowledge of and proficiency with computer-based financial aid systems and student information systems.
- Master’s degree in business, finance, education or related field from an accredited college or university
- Necessary: Understanding of current federal rules and regulations; experience with computerized information systems. Supervisory experience.
- Useful: Experience administering financial aid at an institution with 7,000 students
THINKING ABOUT APPLYING?
Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of applications will begin on September 10, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three professional references. Apply Here
Salary : $60,603 - $79,073
