Director Of Student Financial Aid HV-MC 8808-2

Institutional Background

Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in

scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy

and Malta, New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and

certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts;

Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

(STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State

University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 10,000

students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career

and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance

learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson

Valley has a newly established campus in Malta, NY, known as HVCC

North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity

Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000

employees, the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity

and economic development in the Capital Region of New York

State.

Disclaimer

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the

position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable

accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities

to perform the essential functions of their job. The employer

retains the right to change or assign other duties to this

position. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants must currently be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Lawful

Permanent Resident and hold an unrestricted employment

authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment

will be conditional based on the successful completion of a

background check, reference check and verification of official

college transcripts.

Vacancy: Director of Student Financial Aid

HV-MC-8808-2

Department: Financial Aid

Reports To: Dean of Enrollment Services

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Main Campus (Troy, NY)

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

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Position Summary

The Director of Student Financial Aid reports to the Dean of

Enrollment Services and plays a strategic leadership role in

managing the Financial Aid Office. This position requires a high

degree of independent judgment, strategic thinking, and

collaboration to align financial aid operations with the College’s

mission and strategic goals. The Director will champion initiatives

that promote financial access, compliance, literacy, and student

success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provides leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operations

of the Financial Aid Office.

2. Serves as the Chief Title IV Student Financial Aid Administrator

for the campus.

3. Supervises Associate and/or Assistant Directors and offers

leadership and guidance to financial aid staff.

4. Interprets, applies, and communicates federal and state

financial aid regulations.

5. Implements programmatic changes to ensure compliance.

6. Oversees office policies, procedures, personnel, and internal

controls related to state and federal compliance.

7. Develops, maintains, and updates internal operational policies

and procedural documentation.

8. Leads the implementation and reporting of the SUNY Reconnect

Program, ensuring accurate aid packaging, and data tracking.

9. Monitors and assesses programs and internal processes to

safeguard financial aid resources and ensure regulatory

compliance.

10. Advises campus leadership on policy decisions and strategic

initiatives related to financial aid.

11. Evaluates and optimizes departmental structure to meet goals

efficiently and within budget.

12. Conducts annual departmental evaluations, assessments, and unit

plans aligned with institutional objectives.

13. Partners with IT and system administrators to test, streamline,

and optimize Ellucian Banner processes; develop or request data

queries for analysis and reporting.

14. Ensures accurate and timely verification and awarding of

financial aid in accordance with all applicable regulations.

15. Monitors student financial aid eligibility, including

satisfactory academic progress, and communicate any changes clearly

and promptly.

16. Plans, manages, and monitors the department’s annual

budget.

17. Prepares and submits all required federal, state, and

institutional financial aid applications and reports, including

audit documentation.

18. Provides training for faculty and staff on financial aid

policies and the impact on student eligibility.

19. Reconciles federal financial aid funds with the U.S. Department

of Education.

20. Serves as a collaborative partner across campus to support a

student-centered and integrated financial aid experience.

21. Works closely with the Bursar’s Office to improve and align

financial processes and student account services.

22. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during peak

registration periods.

23. Designs and delivers financial literacy programming to educate

students on personal finance, debt management, and responsible

borrowing.

24. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Accounting,

Finance, Counseling, Higher Education Administration, Public

Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership,

or closely related field.

• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in

financial aid

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a supervisory and/or

leadership role

• Strong leadership and supervisory experience and demonstrated

success in student financial aid

• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical

skills.

• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across

departments.

Preferred

• Comprehensive experience in administering federal, state, and

institutional financial aid programs.

• Strong commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion

within student support services.

• Demonstrated success in leading teams and overseeing complex

administrative operations.

• Experience with SUNY system admissions processes and

policies.

• Spanish-speaking candidates strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with student information systems, i.e. Banner.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in higher

education regarding financial aid.

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Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment and may

require travel for outreach purposes. Occasional evening and

weekend work is expected.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and

caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to

build on decades of successful service to our community.

Hudson Valley offers a competitive benefit package which includes

low-cost health insurance and a generous leave policy.

To apply, please visit www.hvcc.edu/jobs and complete the online

application before the close date of Sunday, March 29,

2026.

Hudson Valley provides educational access to a diverse community of

traditional and non-traditional learners in an environment that

fosters lifelong learning and freedom of inquiry and expression.

Hudson Valley values equity, inclusion, and dignity for all.

Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are

encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants are strongly encouraged

to apply.

Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal

Opportunity Employer