Assistant Director for Financial Aid

Position Information

Position Title Assistant Director for Financial Aid

Posting Category Full-Time Staff/Management

Starting salary range $69,047-$89,761

Faculty Position (if applicable)

About Harford Community College

Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website (https://www.harford.edu/about/get-to-know-harford/index.php) .

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, and 18 days of paid vacation. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

Job Description

The Assistant Director (AD) role provides guidance and leadership for the day-to-day operations of the Financial Aid Office (FAO). This includes overseeing staff, focusing on compliance, efficient use of technology, communications, and customer service. Additionally, the AD acts as the lead financial administrator in the absence of the director. Overall, this position plays a crucial role in ensuring efficient and compliant operations within the FAO, while also contributing to staff development, outreach efforts and program enhancement.

This is accomplished by participation in state, regional, and national development training. This position will provide training & support to staff; assist in policies and procedures compliance; collaborating with other College departments; serving as a liaison with the Department of Education as needed. Other duties include maintaining and troubleshooting the financial aid database; and creating efficiencies, assisting with annual audits, programs reviews, FISAP, final reconciliation and other required reports managing aid administration. The AD will serve on committees and participate in outreach activities and develop program materials.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Required Education

Bachelor's degree

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of financial aid experience in a higher education setting AND 2 years of experience in an accounting, banking, or non-profit financial assistance role.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to interpret and implement federal and state regulations
• Strong communication and customer service skills with a student-centered approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines accurately
• Proficiency with EXCEL
• Proven ability to supervise, train and support staff
• Proficient in the use of Student Information Systems
• Ability to work with all levels
• Strong attention to detail skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience using Banner & Federal Systems
• NASFAA Credentials
  
  

Hours per Week 40 - 100%

General Weekly Work Schedule

Monday-Friday

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2025-086FSFA

Number of Vacancies

Open Date

Close Date 01/28/2026

Open Until Filled

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• *What is your highest level of education completed?
• High school or GED
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate
• *How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3-4 years
• More than 5 years
• *Do you possess NASFAA Credentials
• No
• Yes
• Currently pursing
• *Do you have experience using a Student Information System (SIS)?
• Yes
• No
• *How many years of professional experience do you have working in financial aid at a college or university?
• Less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience
• *Will you require sponsorship to work in the United States from Harford Community College?
• No, I will not require sponsorship from Harford Community College
• Yes, I will require sponsorship from Harford Community College
• *Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate?
• Yes
• No
  
  

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript- Bachelor's
  
  

Optional Documents

• Transcript
• Letter of Recommendation
• Transcript- Doctorate
• Transcript- Master's
• Certificate/Licensure
  
  

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