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Financial Aid Officer I/II
$41k-53k (estimate)
Full Time | Colleges & Universities
5 Months Ago
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The University of Texas at San Antonio is Hiring a Financial Aid Officer I/II Near San Antonio, TX
Financial Aid Officer I/II
Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 11665
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 34,300 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more about UTSA , on or on , , or .
Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 04/01/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: $41,817- $46,315 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume and Cover Letter are required.
Financial Aid Officer I
Job Summary
To provide professional knowledge, advice and counseling skills regarding student financial aid programs. Responsible for decision-making process that requires initiative and judgment related to financial aid & scholarship processing and to meet needs of students and parents.
Core Responsibilities
Typical:
- Uses discretion and independent judgment to advise and counsel students and parents in solving their educational financial problems through scholarships, loans, grants, work-study and financial counseling. Responds to questions & counseling needs in person and by written, phone and email means when needed.
- Processes financial aid & scholarship applications, awards and disburses funds, tracks and monitors student eligibility as needed.
- Performs professional judgement decisions on student files, collecting supporting documentation and making adjustments as needed. This may include satisfactory academic progress appeals, cost of living adjustments, dependency overrides or any other extenuating circumstance presented by the student and/or parent.
- Awards, revises and/or approves the awarding of financial aid & scholarships through the specific controls of program policy and guidelines
- Assists with conducting on and off campus presentations, seminars, resource tables and/or workshops for students.
- Uses independent judgment to provide support to colleges and departments as needed.
- Stays abreast of regulations that govern all financial aid & scholarship programs. Interprets and maintains knowledge of current federal, state and institutional policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to financial aid and scholarships.
- Participates in the review, revision and interpretations of complex rules, regulations, procedures and policies related to financial aid and scholarships and team specialty areas.
- Assists in developing and revising financial aid consumer information material, publications and brochures for currently enrolled students, prospective students and their parents, colleges, departments and the university community.
- Provides periodic reports as needed to leadership.
- Attends state and regional meetings/conferences as necessary.
- Participates in committees and/or task forces across campus as necessary.
Job Summary
Administers and processes for specific financial aid programs including some high-profile programs. Responsible for decision-making processes requiring initiative and judgment in responding to individual needs of students, for administration of one or more financial aid & scholarship program areas and the development of information and reports required. This will include specializing in specific programs and developing, implementing and coordinating projects and recommendations.
Core Responsibilities
Typical:
- Uses discretion and independent judgment to advise and counsel students and parents in solving their educational financial problems through scholarships, loans, grants, work-study and financial counseling. Responds to questions & counseling needs in person and by written, phone and email means when needed.
- Processes financial aid & scholarship applications, awards and disburses funds, tracks and monitors student eligibility as needed.
- Responsible for processing specific high-profile financial aid & scholarship programs.
- Responsible for processing through Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) that may include transfer monitoring, PELL processing and Student Loan Processing.
- Performs professional judgement decisions on student files, collecting supporting documentation and making adjustments as needed. This may include satisfactory academic progress appeals, cost of living adjustments, dependency overrides or any other extenuating circumstance presented by the student and/or parent.
- Awards, revises and/or approves the awarding of financial aid & scholarships through the specific controls of program policy and guidelines.
- Assists with conducting on and off campus presentations, seminars, resource tables and/or workshops for students.
- Uses independent judgment to provide support to colleges and departments as needed.
- Researches rules, regulations and peer programs to abreast of regulations that govern all financial aid & scholarship programs. Interprets and maintains knowledge of current federal, state and institutional policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to financial aid and scholarships.
- Participates in the review, revision and interpretations of complex rules, regulations, procedures and policies related to financial aid and scholarships and team specialty areas. Provides assistance and guidance to other financial aid staff to ensure that processing activities adhere to established policies and procedures.
- Assists in developing and revising financial aid consumer information material, publications and brochures for currently enrolled students, prospective students and their parents, colleges, departments and the university community.
- Provides periodic reports as needed to leadership.
- Attends state and regional meetings/conferences as necessary.
- Participates in committees and/or task forces across campus as necessary.
- Serves as mentor when needed.
Financial Aid Officer I
- Bachelor's Degree from accredited university.
- One year of experience in finance, customer service or working with students OR two years of experience as a student employee in financial aid, scholarships, student lending, one stop and/or enrollment management.
- Master's Degree can substitute for required experience.
- Group and individual presentation and meeting facilitation skills required.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, multi-tasking skills, flexibility, and the ability to work cooperatively with others in a dynamic environment.
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
- Two years of financial aid, scholarships, student lending, financial aid and/or enrollment
- Master's Degree can substitute for one year of experience.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, multi-tasking skills, flexibility, and the ability to work cooperatively with others in a dynamic environment.
- Group and individual presentation and meeting facilitation skills required.
Financial Aid Officer I
- Master's Degree from accredited university.
- One year of higher education experience to include financial aid and/or scholarship.
- Master's Degree from an accredited institution.
- Two years of financial aid and/or scholarships experience.
Additional Information
- UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
- This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
- Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
- Valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.
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Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
SALARY
$41k-53k (estimate)
POST DATE
11/02/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
04/04/2024
WEBSITE
utsa.edu
HEADQUARTERS
SAN ANTONIO, TX
SIZE
1,000 - 3,000
FOUNDED
1969
TYPE
Private
CEO
PEDRO REYES
REVENUE
$200M - $500M
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
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About The University of Texas at San Antonio
UTSA provides degree programs in undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
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