Student Financial Aid & Career Opportunities Coordinator

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston in Houston, TX is hiring a Student Financial Aid Program Coordinator - Self Help to administer a financial aid program that awards scholarships, grants, and other student assistance. You will resolve award issues, counsel students and parents, and collaborate with donors and lenders.

You will also connect students with internship and career opportunities, participate in scholarship communication, and ensure accurate disbursement of awards in the financial aid system.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent training plus one year of related experience; education/experience may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Resolve general and complex award issues by analyzing applications against criteria in the financial aid system.
• Counsel students and parents on available financial assistance and review unusual documentation.
• Communicate with federal/state agencies and donors about recipient information and awards.
• Ensure awards are disbursed and credited to student accounts.
• Serve as liaison between students, lenders, donors and guaranty agencies.
• Review recipients' academic progress and handle appeals.
• Participate in career fairs and orientations to promote financial aid.
• Arrange employer receptions and seminars on internships and job opportunities.

Skills

Counsel students and parents

Stakeholder communication

Career fair participation

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training

Tools

Financial aid management system

Job description

University of Houston in Houston, TX is hiring a Student Financial Aid Program Coordinator - Self Help to administer a financial aid program that awards scholarships, grants, and other student assistance. You will resolve award issues, counsel students and parents, and collaborate with donors and lenders.

You will also connect students with internship and career opportunities, participate in scholarship communication, and ensure accurate disbursement of awards in the financial aid system.