Financial Aid Coordinator

Department and Salary Department : Scholarships & Financial Aid Salary : $20.68 - $23.50 hourly Job Description Coordinates and administers a financial aid program which awards scholarships, grants, or other forms of student financial assistance. Coordinates related programs and services that will meet the internship and career needs of students and employers. Responsibilities Resolve general and complex awards issues by utilizing financial aid management system to analyze applications against criteria and availability, as well as make adjustments, additions, and cancellations. Communicate with federal and state agencies, as well as potential and existing scholarship donors regarding recipient information, selection process, and other award criteria. Counsel students and parents concerning available financial assistance opportunities and review unusual circumstances documentation. Ensure awards are appropriately disbursed and credited to students' accounts. Resolve unusual problems and serve as liaison between students and lenders, donors, and guarantee agencies. Work with deans and other college administrators and faculty to assure that recruiting and other college goals and student needs are being met. Review financial aid recipients' academic performance for satisfactory progress; take necessary action if progress is not being met, and review appeals. Participate in career fairs, orientations, and other events as needed to promote awareness of financial assistance available to students. Work with potential and existing employers concerning job and internship opportunities, including arranging receptions and seminars whereby external entities discuss employment opportunities. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications MQ: Education : Requires a thorough understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience. Certification/Licensing: None. Additional Job Posting Information Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience. Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education. Security Sensitive All positions at the University of Houston-System are security-sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Equal Opportunity The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr