The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring a Student Financial Aid Officer II. The role involves processing athletic, undergraduate, and graduate scholarships using SharePoint, providing customer service, and representing the Scholarships Office in outreach activities to ensure timely scholarship support for students.
Highlights
Process athletic, undergraduate, and graduate scholarships in SharePoint.
Respond to scholarship-related inquiries via phone, email, and in-person.
Represent the Scholarships Office in scholarship outreach programs on and off campus.
Use software including Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, ImageNow, and SharePoint.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience in financial aid or higher education.
Preferred experience with Financial Aid Management systems and scholarship processing in higher education.
Salary up to $43,500 per year, paid monthly, commensurate with experience.
Full-time position with a work schedule of Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with possible evenings and weekends.
Must handle confidential information professionally and work independently or as a team member.
Benefits eligibility and comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of Texas at Arlington.
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | S06380P Position Title | Student Financial Aid Officer II Department | Financial Aid Location | Arlington Position Status | Full-time Work Schedule | Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pmRequire the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Salary | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $43,500. Pay Basis | Monthly Job Summary | The Student Financial Aid Officer II position in the Scholarships Office provides customer service and supports the processing of departmental scholarships for students. This position will be responsible for processing athletic scholarships and representing the Scholarships Office in outreach programming. The position will also have a significant role in processing both undergraduate and graduate scholarships in SharePoint and answering scholarship related questions from students in-person, by phone and email. This position is crucial in ensuring that students receive scholarship support in a timely and effective manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Processing athletic scholarships Processing undergraduate and graduate scholarships in SharePoint Responding to scholarship inquiries by phone and email Participates in scholarship outreach activities both on & off campus to increase scholarship awareness Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree. At least two (2) years of experience in financial aid, higher education, or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role. Preferred Qualifications | Experience with specific Financial Aid Management system or other similar student information systems. Experience working in higher education with scholarship management and processing. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate complex information in a clear manner to an audience of students and families. Computer literate and skilled in Microsoft Office programs, PeopleSoft, and ImageNow. Able to manage multiple priorities and tasks. Strong customer service orientation. Demonstrated ability to achieve deadlines, remain flexible, and work successfully through periods of increased volume and stress. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to handle confidential information in a discrete and professional manner Other Requirements | This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks. Workplace and Eligibility Conditions | Benefits Eligible | Yes Benefits at UTA | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link: https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php CBC Requirement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. EEO Statement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy. University Information | The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact. ADA Accommodations | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Open Until Filled | Minimum Number of References Required | 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted | 3 Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* What is the highest level of education attained?
GED
High School Diploma
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD or equivalent
* How many years experience in Student Financial Aid do you have?
None/less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
3 to 4 years
5 or more years
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
OFFICE OF TALENT, CULTURE AND ENGAGEMENT J.D. Wetsel Service Center 1225 W. Mitchell Road Arlington, TX 76019
