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Associate Director of Compliance and Processing

Northern Kentucky University, highland heights, ky, United States


Requisition Number

2026S2337

Job Open Date

03/26/2026

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Working Title

Associate Director of Compliance and Processing

Department

Student Financial Assistance

Compensation Title

Associate Director

Position Number

Position Status

Regular

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:15 am to 4:30 pm. Some weekend and evenings are required throughout the year.

Hours per Week

37.5

Months per Year

12

Purpose of Position

The Associate Director for Financial Compliance and Processing is responsible for overseeing the financial aid processing team and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations. The Associate Director will ensure that Financial Assistance goals and targets are met, work closely with auditors, internally and externally, for annual and ad‑hoc audits, review and research federal and state policies, and provide recommendations for policy changes to adhere to regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Maintain compliance with federal, state and institutional regulations applicable to Financial Aid.
  • Research federal and state policies and procedures that may be used as a guide for training.
  • Retrieve, update, process and reconcile state and federal aid rosters (EFT).
  • Responsible for awarding of grant funds and scholarships, as directed by the Office of Comptroller and Campus Community.
  • Provide reports and write responses to USED.
  • Supervises the Financial Assistance Processing team.
  • Provides leadership/overnight to NCAA financial aid compliance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and five years of professional experience in financial aid or related field is required. Master's degree preferred.
  • Knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations, including understanding the requirements and regulations associated with different types of financial aid, such as grants, scholarships, and loans.
  • Attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strong ability to lead and supervise a team responsible for financial aid processing and compliance.
  • Problem‑solving skills with the ability to analyze complex financial aid issues and develop effective solutions, customer service skills with the ability to provide excellent customer service and respond to student inquiries in a timely and professional manner is critical.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to undergo a pre‑employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education

Master's Degree

Minimum Experience

5 years

Salary

Pay Grade

S73

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