Student Affairs Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are

University of Advancing Technology (UAT) is an elite intimate private college in Tempe, AZ focused on educating students in advancing technology who desire to innovate in the areas of emerging technology disciplines including Advancing Computer Science, Information Security, Game and New Media technologies.

Are you a technophile who loves the values of the traditional academy, but want the modern technology campus? Living on campus, students are surrounded by a true living-learning technology environment that incubates their ideas into innovations that students can patent and take to market. Students must create an innovation project to graduate.

We are an entrepreneurial, results-oriented company recognized for delivering high standards of innovation and service. As an organization designed to change the lives of some of the brightest young minds, we rely on the excellence of every member of our family to continuously exceed our own standards and our students’ expectations.

The Role

UAT is seeking a motivated and student-focused Student Affairs Coordinator to provide holistic support throughout the student lifecycle. This role combines financial aid advising, academic support, student success coaching to ensure students have the resources, guidance, and financial planning necessary to thrive.

The ideal candidate enjoys building meaningful relationships with students, solving complex challenges, and collaborating across departments to deliver an exceptional student experience. They are proactive in conducting student outreach for a variety of campaigns, processing documentation accurately, and coordinating with campus partners to support students from enrollment through graduation.

Financial Aid Advising 

• Guide prospective and current students through the financial aid process, including FAFSA completion, verification, entrance and exit counseling, and other required documentation.
• Develop individualized financial plans.
• Educate students regarding federal financial aid regulations, institutional policies, procedures, and alternative funding options.
• Identify creative funding solutions and assist students in securing resources to finance their education.
• Partner with students to communicate required documentation and ensure timely processing.

Student Success & Academic Support

• Serve as a point of contact for student questions, directing students to appropriate campus resources when needed.
• Respond promptly to inquiries and communicate important deadlines, registration requirements, and next steps.
• Collaborate with academic advisors to assist students with educational planning, course selection, and overcoming barriers to persistence.
• Provide proactive outreach to inactive, at-risk, and academically struggling students to encourage re-engagement and continued enrollment.
• Guide students toward solutions that promote academic success and degree completion.

Collaboration & Administration

• Maintain accurate student records within the student information management system.
• Manage assigned student caseloads while ensuring timely, accurate, and professional communication.
• Utilize reporting tools to monitor student progress, identify intervention opportunities, and support enrollment initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional departments to ensure coordinated student support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. 
• A passion for helping students achieve their educational and career goals.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach with a positive and solutions-focused attitude.
• Resourcefulness, adaptability, and the ability to think creatively when supporting students.
• Initiative, accountability, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• The ability to build trust and meaningful relationships with students, faculty, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Preferred Skills  

• Experience working in a high-volume higher education environment.
• Experience in academic advising, student services, retention, financial aid, or enrollment management.
• Familiarity with student information systems and CRM platforms.
• Experience managing the complete financial aid process, including FAFSA, verification, packaging, required documentation, and student counseling.

Location & Schedule Requirements

• This is not a remote position. Candidates must be willing and able to work at the Tempe AZ campus. 
• Choice of Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9am-6pm or Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-7pm

Salary and Benefits

$45,000–$56,000 annually, depending on education and experience.

• Medical insurance with UAT covering over 60% of premium costs (depending on coverage selected).
• UAT has your BACK by covering 100% of the monthly premium for Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, AD&D, and options.
• Vacation, Personal Time, and over 15 paid holidays - we work hard, but give you extra time to play hard as well!
  
• Competitive Employee and Dependent Scholarship Programs; we take pride in your educational background and look forward to supporting your families' academic goals and endeavors.
• Meal Benefit at the UAT Café. HANGRY? Never heard of here. Come get free meals at the café, on us, YUM!
• University Store Discount among other Discount Programs.
• Positive, open, and transparent Work Environment and culture that includes Kudos Program, Casual Fridays and Select Work Weeks, Employee Wellness Activities, Bring Your Pet to Campus, along with Summer and Winter Happiness Events.
• Flexible Work Schedule: Telecommuting options based on tenure. 
• Employee Training and Development: Essential Skills Modules are scheduled on the job, allowing for learning, working, and implementation. 
  

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. 

UAT does not sponsor foreign visas. Thank you for your understanding.