Rio Hondo College
Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Rio Hondo College, Whittier, California, us, 90607
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Number MAN00136P
Position Title Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Position Type Classified Administrator
Percentage Employee
Number of Months Assignment 12
Starting Date As soon as possible
Current Work Schedule
Monday- Friday- hours may vary depending upon district needs.
Salary Range Management Range 48
Salary
$147,928.00- $180,214.00/ Annually
Shift Differential
FLSA Exempt
Location Main Campus
Department Financial Aid
Open Date 09/12/2025
Closing Date 10/06/2025
Open Until Filled No
About Rio Hondo College
About Río Hondo College Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.
Strengths Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College's 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.
Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students' success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.
Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.
Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor's degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team and excellent athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.
In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.
Basic Function
Under administrative direction, to provide leadership and direction; to plan, manage, organize, supervise, develop, and coordinate the Financial Aid and Scholarships, programs and activities; to coordinate assigned activities with other District divisions, and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex professional support to the Dean of Student Affairs.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience:
Three years of responsible financial aid program experience. One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrative assignment. Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Equivalencies
Essential Duties
1. Provide leadership and direction and assume management responsibility for Financial Aid and Scholarships programs, services, and activities. E 2. Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for programs including scholarship programs; recommend, within District policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels; recommend and administer policies and procedures. E 3. Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; conduct program needs analysis; assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement and review with the Dean of Student Affairs; direct the implementation of improvements. E 4. Select, train, motivate, counsel, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to develop skills and abilities. E 5. Plan, direct, manage, and review the work plan for programs; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow and productivity; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures. E 6. Manage and participate in the development and administration of program annual budget; direct the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; direct and implement adjustments as necessary. E 7. Monitor and account for expenditures of program funds; prepare student budgets. E 8. Interpret and implement Federal and State regulations governing financial aid programs; maintain current knowledge of regulations; implement policies and procedures to comply with changes in regulations. E 9. Serve as a liaison for program with other District divisions, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve significant and controversial issues. E 10. Provide responsible staff assistance to the Dean of Student Affairs; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence. E 11. Conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommend modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate. E 12. Ensure compliance with regulatory and student financial aid agencies, including the U.S. Department of Education, California Student Aid Commission, and ED Fund. E 13. Prepare and submit required annual financial aid and scholarships reports and audits to the U.S. Department of Education, California Student Aid Commission, and California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office. E 14. Perform audits of financial aid and scholarships educational files and related records to ensure accuracy and compliance with Federal and State regulations. E 15. Supervise awarding of financial aid, including intake, analysis of student financial need, record maintenance for auditing, work study, and loans. E 16. Authorize and oversee the disbursement of financial aid funds. E 17. Develop and maintain consumer information requirements for Federal Financial Aid and scholarships. E 18. Develop and disseminate verbal and written information regarding student financial aid and scholarship programs to students, faculty, administration, and the community. E 19. Prepare annual applications for Federal and State financial aid programs. E 20. Direct and review student petitions for professional judgment and academic progress standards. E 21. Conduct financial aid workshops and presentations on and off campus for college and high school students and their parents; provide in-depth information and advice to potential applicants; advise students in matters related to financial aid, scholarships, and grants; explain the application process, procedures, regulations, and policies. E 22. Participate on a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of financial aid and scholarships services. E 23. Promote equal opportunity and student and gender equity to effectively serve the District's diverse community. E 24. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints. E 25. Administer applicable collective bargaining agreements. E
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) of the job duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.
Supervision Exercised
Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
Other Job Related Duties
Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
Job Related and Essential Qualifications
Knowledge of: • Operational characteristics, services, and activities of financial aid and scholarship programs. • Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs. • Modern and complex principles and practices of program development and administration. • Automated data management student financial aid and scholarship programs computer systems and electronic data transfer processes, financial aid software, and other automated computer systems related to administration of programs. • Student Financial Aid delivery systems, including EDE, NSLDS, GAPS, and FISAP, COD. Department of Homeland Security (INS) categories of citizens, residents, and visas. • California Chancellor's Office program regulations. • Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. • Safe driving principles and practices. Skill to: • Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software. • Operate a motor vehicle safely. Ability to: • Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for program. • Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient services. • Manage, direct, and coordinate the work of professional, technical, and administrative support personnel. • Select, supervise, motivate, counsel, train, and evaluate staff. • Identify and respond to program issues, concerns, and needs. • Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of program goals. • Research, analyze, and evaluate new program service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. • Prepare and administer budgets. • Prepare clear and concise administrative reports. • Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Foreign Degrees
Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.
License Certificates/Credentials
May be required to travel for various off-site meetings, trainings, conferences, and or events in support of the overall objective of the position. If operating a vehicle, must have the ability to secure and maintain a valid California driver's license.
Desired Qualifications
Working Conditions
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to work in a standard office environment including ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 20 lbs.; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the jo description.
Position Description
Applications are currently being accepted for Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted by
11:59 p.m. PT
on the closing date.
Applicants must submit a
complete online application
that includes the items listed.
Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions) Résumé/Curriculum Vitae Complete transcripts of all college/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted). NOTE: Transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploaded. Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date (please circle conferral date on transcripts). Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified. PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX, OR EMAIL WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED. NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.
Special Instructions to Applicants
SELECTION PROCESS AND TENTATIVE SCHEDULE: *Please note this is a tentative timeline and subject to change. Application deadline: 10/6/25 Application screening: Week of Sept. 29, 2025 Applications are initially screened for completeness and Minimum Qualifications. Complete applications are forwarded to the Department hiring committee for further review. First level interview: Week of Oct. 20, 2025 Final interview tentatively planned for: TBD
Additional Information
* The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States. * Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement. * As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints (at the applicant's expense) taken by an official LiveScan agency. * Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment (The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment). * For positions requiring a valid California driver's license, proof of insurability is required. * Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position), or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office. * A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.
Commitment to Diversity
All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
Cancel RTF Policy
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OPEN, RE-ADVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.
EEO Statement
Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.
Position Information
Job Number MAN00136P
Position Title Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Position Type Classified Administrator
Percentage Employee
Number of Months Assignment 12
Starting Date As soon as possible
Current Work Schedule
Monday- Friday- hours may vary depending upon district needs.
Salary Range Management Range 48
Salary
$147,928.00- $180,214.00/ Annually
Shift Differential
FLSA Exempt
Location Main Campus
Department Financial Aid
Open Date 09/12/2025
Closing Date 10/06/2025
Open Until Filled No
About Rio Hondo College
About Río Hondo College Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.
Strengths Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College's 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.
Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students' success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.
Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.
Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor's degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team and excellent athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.
In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.
Basic Function
Under administrative direction, to provide leadership and direction; to plan, manage, organize, supervise, develop, and coordinate the Financial Aid and Scholarships, programs and activities; to coordinate assigned activities with other District divisions, and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex professional support to the Dean of Student Affairs.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience:
Three years of responsible financial aid program experience. One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrative assignment. Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Equivalencies
Essential Duties
1. Provide leadership and direction and assume management responsibility for Financial Aid and Scholarships programs, services, and activities. E 2. Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for programs including scholarship programs; recommend, within District policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels; recommend and administer policies and procedures. E 3. Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; conduct program needs analysis; assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement and review with the Dean of Student Affairs; direct the implementation of improvements. E 4. Select, train, motivate, counsel, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to develop skills and abilities. E 5. Plan, direct, manage, and review the work plan for programs; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow and productivity; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures. E 6. Manage and participate in the development and administration of program annual budget; direct the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; direct and implement adjustments as necessary. E 7. Monitor and account for expenditures of program funds; prepare student budgets. E 8. Interpret and implement Federal and State regulations governing financial aid programs; maintain current knowledge of regulations; implement policies and procedures to comply with changes in regulations. E 9. Serve as a liaison for program with other District divisions, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve significant and controversial issues. E 10. Provide responsible staff assistance to the Dean of Student Affairs; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence. E 11. Conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommend modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate. E 12. Ensure compliance with regulatory and student financial aid agencies, including the U.S. Department of Education, California Student Aid Commission, and ED Fund. E 13. Prepare and submit required annual financial aid and scholarships reports and audits to the U.S. Department of Education, California Student Aid Commission, and California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office. E 14. Perform audits of financial aid and scholarships educational files and related records to ensure accuracy and compliance with Federal and State regulations. E 15. Supervise awarding of financial aid, including intake, analysis of student financial need, record maintenance for auditing, work study, and loans. E 16. Authorize and oversee the disbursement of financial aid funds. E 17. Develop and maintain consumer information requirements for Federal Financial Aid and scholarships. E 18. Develop and disseminate verbal and written information regarding student financial aid and scholarship programs to students, faculty, administration, and the community. E 19. Prepare annual applications for Federal and State financial aid programs. E 20. Direct and review student petitions for professional judgment and academic progress standards. E 21. Conduct financial aid workshops and presentations on and off campus for college and high school students and their parents; provide in-depth information and advice to potential applicants; advise students in matters related to financial aid, scholarships, and grants; explain the application process, procedures, regulations, and policies. E 22. Participate on a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of financial aid and scholarships services. E 23. Promote equal opportunity and student and gender equity to effectively serve the District's diverse community. E 24. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints. E 25. Administer applicable collective bargaining agreements. E
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) of the job duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.
Supervision Exercised
Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
Other Job Related Duties
Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
Job Related and Essential Qualifications
Knowledge of: • Operational characteristics, services, and activities of financial aid and scholarship programs. • Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs. • Modern and complex principles and practices of program development and administration. • Automated data management student financial aid and scholarship programs computer systems and electronic data transfer processes, financial aid software, and other automated computer systems related to administration of programs. • Student Financial Aid delivery systems, including EDE, NSLDS, GAPS, and FISAP, COD. Department of Homeland Security (INS) categories of citizens, residents, and visas. • California Chancellor's Office program regulations. • Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. • Safe driving principles and practices. Skill to: • Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software. • Operate a motor vehicle safely. Ability to: • Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for program. • Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient services. • Manage, direct, and coordinate the work of professional, technical, and administrative support personnel. • Select, supervise, motivate, counsel, train, and evaluate staff. • Identify and respond to program issues, concerns, and needs. • Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of program goals. • Research, analyze, and evaluate new program service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. • Prepare and administer budgets. • Prepare clear and concise administrative reports. • Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Foreign Degrees
Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.
License Certificates/Credentials
May be required to travel for various off-site meetings, trainings, conferences, and or events in support of the overall objective of the position. If operating a vehicle, must have the ability to secure and maintain a valid California driver's license.
Desired Qualifications
Working Conditions
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to work in a standard office environment including ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 20 lbs.; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the jo description.
Position Description
Applications are currently being accepted for Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted by
11:59 p.m. PT
on the closing date.
Applicants must submit a
complete online application
that includes the items listed.
Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions) Résumé/Curriculum Vitae Complete transcripts of all college/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted). NOTE: Transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploaded. Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date (please circle conferral date on transcripts). Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified. PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX, OR EMAIL WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED. NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.
Special Instructions to Applicants
SELECTION PROCESS AND TENTATIVE SCHEDULE: *Please note this is a tentative timeline and subject to change. Application deadline: 10/6/25 Application screening: Week of Sept. 29, 2025 Applications are initially screened for completeness and Minimum Qualifications. Complete applications are forwarded to the Department hiring committee for further review. First level interview: Week of Oct. 20, 2025 Final interview tentatively planned for: TBD
Additional Information
* The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States. * Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement. * As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints (at the applicant's expense) taken by an official LiveScan agency. * Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment (The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment). * For positions requiring a valid California driver's license, proof of insurability is required. * Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position), or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office. * A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.
Commitment to Diversity
All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
Cancel RTF Policy
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OPEN, RE-ADVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.
EEO Statement
Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.