Director of Funding Compliance

University of Arizona- SIROW (Southwest Institute for Research on Women)

Director of Funding Compliance at Sonoran Desert Institute ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Overseeing strategic compliance operations and leading audit readiness initiatives.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeTempe • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Title IV Financial Aid compliance, regulatory operations, and audit preparation, with a strong ability to interpret federal regulations and develop compliant policies and training programs. Proven leadership in managing compliance reporting processes and collaborating with institutional stakeholders to ensure funding integrity.

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Title IV Financial Aid AdministrationCompliance Reporting ProcessesLeadership in Financial Aid ComplianceDepartment of Education Systems KnowledgePolicy Development and Training

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Hard Skills

Title IV RegulationsR2T4Eligibility VerificationFinancial Aid ReconciliationVA Education BenefitsMilitary Tuition AssistanceAudit PreparationCompliance ReportingSOP DevelopmentData Interpretation

Soft Skills

CollaborationProcess ImprovementCommunicationLeadershipProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

CODCPSNSLDSFSA Partner ConnectE-App

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationFederal Funding RegulationsCompliance ManagementInstitutional PoliciesDefault Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure institutional compliance with all Title IV, VA, TA, state, and institutional funding regulations
Maintain current knowledge of federal and state regulatory changes and translate requirements into actionable institutional processes
Oversee Department of Education system access and reporting, including COD, CPS,NSLDS, FSA Partner Connect, and E-App submissions
Manage compliance reporting processes, including 90/10, 85/15, Gainful Employment, Consumer Information disclosures, COA updates, and IPEDS reporting
Lead internal and external audit preparation, program reviews, and compliance response efforts
Oversee reconciliation processes for federal aid drawdowns, returns, and fund accuracy
Ensure enrollment reporting compliance through NSLDS and/or the National Student Clearinghouse
Develop, maintain, and update policies, SOPs, and compliance training materials across departments
Partner with Institutional Data and Finance teams to ensure accurate reporting and funding integrity
Monitor default management processes and ensure institutional compliance with cohort default rate requirements
Collaborate with leadership to identify process gaps, implement improvements, and strengthen internal controls
Serve as a compliance subject matter expert across all funding sources and institutional stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Higher Education, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field
Minimum seven years of experience administering Title IV Financial Aid programs in higher education
Minimum three years of leadership or supervisory experience in financial aid compliance or regulatory operations
Strong knowledge of Title IV regulations including R2T4, packaging, disbursement, eligibility, verification, and reconciliation
Experience with VA Education Benefits, Military Tuition Assistance (TA), and other federal/state funding programs
Working knowledge of Department of Education systems (COD, CPS, NSLDS, FSA Partner Connect, E-App)
Experience supporting audits, program reviews, and compliance reporting requirements
Ability to interpret complex federal regulations and develop compliant policies, SOPs, and training programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive compensation
Award winning culture
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Comprehensive benefits package with 100% company-paid medical option for employee
401(k) with generous company match and no vesting
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Company-paid Life insurance
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, and Volunteer time off!)
14 Paid holidays
Referral program
Education Tuition Benefit program
Career development opportunities with a growing company
And perhaps most importantly, a team who is dedicated to your success!