Financial Aid Officer

Requisition ID
req36832

Working Title
Financial Aid Officer

Position Grade
10

Position Summary
The
University of New Mexico- Health Sciences Center is seeking a Financial Aid Officer
with strong interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking skills. The Financial Aid Officer will work with a
diverse student population, approximately 1000 students within the academic
programs in the School of Medicine, in assisting students in obtaining Federal,
State, and Institutional financial aid.


Within a centralized, HSC financial aid
services environment, evaluates, approves, and awards financial aid to students
in accordance with federal, state, and university regulations, policies, and
operating guidelines. Assesses financial needs of students, and advises
students and parents regarding financial aid options, processes, and
requirements. Evaluates student academic progress, and adjudicates academic
progress appeals. Participates as appropriate in systems/procedures planning
and management; implements and coordinates specific individual programs and/or
assignments, in accordance with the overall objectives of the department.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Banner System
• Experience with Federal, State, Institutional
  financial aid processes
• Experience with direct high level customer
  service
• Bachelor's Degree in
  Business or related field

Additional Requirements

Campus
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department
HSC Registrar (246A)

Employment Type
Staff

Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time

Term End Date

Status
Non-Exempt

Pay
Hourly: $19.76-$26.85

Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required
Yes

For Best Consideration Date
6/15/2026

Eligible for Remote Work
Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement
This position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule upon successful completion of probationary period

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please upload a current resume, cover letter and three professional references

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.