Tuition Assistance Specialist (Remote)

The mission of the Tuition Assistance (TA) Specialist is to assist Active Duty Military members in returning to post-secondary education. Responsibilities include providing information on all Tuition Assistance programs and procedures, as well as other Title IV educational funding; submitting invoices to the military for payment, reporting final grades to the military, and other duties as assigned. The position includes providing service to military and veteran students in accordance with all policies, procedures, regulations and best practices for serving military and veteran students.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Continuously reviewing and logging Military Tuition Assistance vouchers into student information system (CampusVue). This consists of receiving TA vouchers by email and reviewing the TA vouchers for any errors that may need to be addressed by the student, related to course, dates, number of credits, and course cost. The employee would then save the TA voucher in a shared drive and then logging the TA voucher in CampusVue.
• TA rep will review and submit invoices on a weekly basis to the branch that approved the students Military Tuition Assistance. At times, TA rep may need to communicate by phone or email with the students Education Service Office or the military branch finance team to assist in finance questions that pertain to invoicing process.
• TA rep will review student files for grades that may have been loaded into CampusVue and then submit those grades through the correct military branch portal. This also includes correcting already submitted grades in the event the students grades were updated.
• Advising students/staff, and Education Service Offices via phone and email on the process of Military Tuition Assistance. The TA rep will apply knowledge and understanding of individual customer accounts to efficiently and effectively handle account balance inquiries, resolve account problems, billing disputes, misapplied payments and other issues as needed to provide quality customer service.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint applications.
• Proficient skills in database contact management applications and contact management strategies.
• Knowledge of Tuition Assistance programs, financial aid programs and regulations.
• Excellent customer service skills—Verbal communication, phone skills, listening, informing, and customer focus.
• Ability to follow University policies and procedures with good independent judgment.

The job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience is required.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Rate of Pay: $20.33-$25.41

Compensation Type: Salary at 1.0 full-time Equivalence (FTE)

Grade: 5

Compensation Guidance: The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represents a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. The grade range for this position is $20.33-$25.41. Each unit typically sets starting pay between the minimum and midpoint upon hire as reflected in the Rate of Pay field above.

Special Instructions to Applicant:

The application window is anticipated to close on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (11:59 PM MST).

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