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Working Title:
Associate Director of Financial Aid
Institution:
Alexandria Technical and Community College
Classification Title:
MnSCU Academic Professional 3
Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees
City:
Alexandria
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$28.26 - $41.43
MAPE UNCLASSIFIED JOB POSTING
POSITION: Associate Director of Financial Aid (PCN 01155612)
CLASSIFICATION: MnSCU Academic Professional 3
STARTING DATE : Approximately January 21, 2026 (negotiable)
APPOINTMENT: Full-Time, Unlimited
SALARY RANGE: $28.26 - $41.43/hour ($59,007 - $86,506/annual)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: To receive guaranteed consideration, application materials should be submitted online by January 2, 2026. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This role provides leadership in administering the college's financial aid programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations. It involves implementing new aid initiatives, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating with campus departments to align processes with department and college strategic goals while supporting students in achieving their educational objectives.
Key responsibilities include awarding and disbursing aid, advising students and families, resolving eligibility issues, and overseeing compliance areas such as Satisfactory Academic Progress and Return of Title IV Funds. The position also trains and guides staff, manages audits and reviews, and serves as the institutional representative in the Director's absence.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Two years of progressively responsible work experience in financial, business, or educational setting.
Applicants with an Associate's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or another related Business degree can substitute for six months of experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Management, or another business-related degree.
Knowledge of FERPA policies and data practices.
Knowledge of Federal and State regulations and ability to research, interpret and apply the regulations to practices in the financial aid department.
Work experience assisting a Financial Aid Director in an educational institution.
Experience using ISRS (Integrated Student Registration System) and Department of Education software.
Experience in public speaking to give group presentations.
Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written).
Knowledge of diverse cultures and populations.
About Our College
Alexandria Technical & Community College (ATCC) provides quality hands-on and liberal arts education to more than 4,700 students each year, and has been ranked the #1 Community College in Minnesota (https://www.alextech.edu/about-atcc/recognition) every year since 2019. ATCC offers more than 50 programs and transfer pathways (https://www.alextech.edu/programs) in fields like business, design, education, human services, health, manufacturing, police training, and transportation. Most programs can be completed in two years or less, with some offerings as short as one semester. With among the highest graduation rate (https://www.alextech.edu/about-atcc/student-achievement) in the country, a 99% job placement rate (https://www.alextech.edu/about-atcc/student-achievement/graduate-job-placement-history) , and several online programs ranked in the top 20 nationwide, ATCC maintains a longstanding reputation as an academic institution of excellence. Alexandria College is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities.
The campus is located in the heart of lake country: Alexandria, Minnesota. The population is just over 14,000 within city limits, but Alexandria is a true destination, drawing residents from neighboring rural communities plus a tourism boom in warmer months. Alexandria is home to a thriving downtown district, excellent walking and biking trails, plenty of arts, museums, parks, wineries, breweries, and even a whiskey distillery. Paired with diverse year-round outdoor activities and more lakes than you can count, Alexandria is a small town that feels big.
Alexandria Technical and Community College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment. We understand that creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community is the responsibility of every employee of the college. Leadership, faculty, and staff strive to address inequities within our system by examining programming, policies, facilities, and operations that create barriers to student success in and out of the classroom. By actively working to address inequities, we will foster students who will successfully participate in their community and within today's dynamic, global workforce.
NOTICE : In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
TO APPLY: Apply online at alextech.edu/jobs. You must apply online and attach an electronic resume, cover letter and copies of your transcript(s) to your online application in order to be considered for this position.
CONTACT : Jennifer Olson; (320) 762-4461
Email: employment@alextech.edu
Benefits include health, dental, life insurance and retirement plan.
Alexandria Technical and Community College is committed to legal affirmative action, equal opportunity, access and diversity of its campus community. ( http://alextech.edu/nondiscrimination )
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
01-21-2026
Position End Date:
Open Date:
12-19-2025
Close Date:
01-02-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Jennifer Olson
Posting Contact Email:
jen.olson@alextech.edu
