Director, Financial Aid and Awards
COMPETITION NO. AD26-28
Band 12: $113,514 - $141,982

AboutDurham College: Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution thatsupports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing jobmarket. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, throughfield placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DCgrads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to theever-changing workforce.

A leader in cutting-edge teaching and learning, Durham College offers awide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, includingculinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction andtrades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and communityservices, media, art and design.

Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11apprenticeship programs – tomore than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 studentregistrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumnirepresent the college, both locally and around the world.

DC hasan estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Regionand is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve bycontributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-beingthrough partnerships, investments and collaboration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to theDean, Students, the Director, Financial Aid and Awards provides strategic andoperational leadership for the planning, delivery, administration,



andcontinuous improvement of institutional and government-funded financialassistance programs that support student access, affordability, retention,persistence, and success.
The Director isresponsible for the effective administration of a comprehensive portfolio offinancial aid and student funding programs, including the Ontario StudentAssistance Program (OSAP), federal and provincial financial assistanceprograms, scholarships, bursaries, awards, work-study opportunities, emergencyfinancial supports, and other targeted funding initiatives. The role ensuresthe responsible stewardship of public and institutional funds, compliance withgovernment legislation, Ministry directives, audit requirements, andinstitutional policies and procedures.
As a strategicleader within Student Affairs, the Director collaborates with internal andexternal partners to advance student access, affordability, and successinitiatives. The Director supports institutional priorities related toenrolment management, student recruitment and retention, equity, inclusion, andstudent experience by identifying emerging student financial needs, assessingprogram effectiveness, and developing responsive services that support diverselearners and students experiencing financial barriers. The role usesdata-informed decision-making, assessment practices, and continuous improvementstrategies to enhance service delivery and ensure programs effectively meet theevolving needs of diverse learners.




The Director leadsa team of financial aid professionals and provides strategic direction,coaching, and mentorship to foster a culture of service excellence,accountability, collaboration, and professional growth. The Director ensureseffective human resource management practices in alignment with Collegepolicies, applicable collective agreements, employment legislation, andorganizational values.

Strategic Leadersip and Operations Management

- Provides strategic direction and operational oversight for the Financial Aid and Awards (FAA) Office, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, Student Affairs goals, enrolment strategies, and student success initiatives.

- Develops, prepares, and manages the annual departmental budget for the FAA, ensuring effective stewardship of financial resources

- Develops, implements, evaluates, and continuously improves operational plans, policies, procedures, and service delivery models to enhance student experience, accessibility, efficiency, and effectiveness.

- Leads the assessment and redesign of processes to improve responsiveness, reduce administrative barriers, and support timely access to financial resources.

- Identifies emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities related to student affordability and financial barriers and recommends strategies to address evolving student needs.

- Represents FAA on institutional committees and working groups related to student access, enrolment management, policy development, technology improvements, and student success.

- Maintains internal controls to ensure accurate administration of student financial assistance, safeguard the integrity of publ

📌 Director, Financial Aid and Awards (Oshawa)
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