Director of FA in San Antonio, Texas at Institute for Business and Tec

**WANTED** Director of Financial Aid (Min. 4 Yrs. Experience Title IV)

Lamson Institute is committed to helping students build successful futures through hands-on career training in high-demand industries. Our student-first approach emphasizes support, practical skills, and real-world preparation. We are currently seeking a knowledgeable and student-centered Director of Financial Aid to join our leadership team and play a critical role in helping students fund their education and achieve their career goals.

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Position Overview:

The Director of Financial Aid is responsible for leading the campus Financial Aid Department and ensuring the efficient, compliant, and student-focused delivery of financial aid services. This role involves managing all aspects of federal and state financial aid programs, overseeing the Financial Aid team, and maintaining strict adherence to Title IV and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities to include but not limited to:

- Manage the daily operations of the Financial Aid Office at the campus.

- Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies and regulations.

- Lead, train, and support Financial Aid Advisors to deliver excellent service to current and prospective students.

- Monitor financial aid processing, packaging, awarding, and disbursement to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

- Work collaboratively with Admissions, Academics, and the Business Office to support student enrollment and retention goals.

- Develop and implement policies and procedures to maintain efficiency and regulatory compliance with assistance from the Corporate Director of Financial Aid.

- Stay up to date on changes to financial aid laws and regulations and ensure campus practices reflect current standards.

- Assist with audits, accreditation visits, and reporting as needed.

Pay depends upon proven experience.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Lamson Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and service provider for all individuals, including those with disabilities. Lamson Institute does not discriminate against any person, but rather bases all employment decisions on an individual’s demonstrated, job-related ability, skill, and knowledge. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all without regard to mental or physical disability, genetic information of any individual or of his/her family, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, or veteran status. Equal opportunity is also provided in assignments, training, compensation, transfers, promotions, classification, referral, benefit programs, and discharge.

• Associate degree in a related field; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in financial aid administration.
• Thorough knowledge of federal financial aid regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Proficiency in financial aid management software and Microsoft Office Suite.