Financial Aid Operations Specialist

Lamar University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

State of Texas Retirement plans

Tuition covered at 100% for employees

Job summary

Lamar University in Beaumont, TX, seeks a Financial Aid Specialist, Operations, to review, process, and administer federal, state, and institutional aid—ensuring accuracy and compliance. You will evaluate student records, determine eligibility, and award aid, while supporting program operations and system improvements.

Successful candidates demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high-volume workload.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum six months of data entry / records processing experience.
• Strong computer skills with accurate data handling.
• Ability to perform arithmetic and manage numerical information.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review and determine federal, state, and institutional aid eligibility.
• Process and award financial aid, resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Respond to inquiries and advise students and families on aid and admissions.
• Liaise with agencies and maintain data management systems.
• Monitor workloads and support procedure improvements for efficiency.

Skills

Data entry

Administrative support

Records processing

Financial services

Computer skills

Arithmetic

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

GED

Job description

Lamar University in Beaumont, TX, seeks a Financial Aid Specialist, Operations, to review, process, and administer federal, state, and institutional aid—ensuring accuracy and compliance. You will evaluate student records, determine eligibility, and award aid, while supporting program operations and system improvements.

Successful candidates demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high-volume workload.