Student Financial Aid Program Specialist

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Financial Aid Coordinator in Edinburg, TX. The role administers financial aid programs within the Office of Student Financial Services, handling quality control, fund utilization, and program implementation.

Responsibilities include monitoring compliance, preparing reports, and counseling students on awards, with supervision of staff and collaboration with external agencies. Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; substitutions allowed on a 2-for-1 basis.
• Two years of work experience in a closely related field to financial aid.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn other software programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; detail oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assigned student financial aid program.
• Monitor quality control standards for financial aid programs.
• Maintain compliance with State/Federal/Institutional programs.
• Prepare and review reports for internal and external use.
• Communicate with federal/state agencies and students on aid issues.
• Counsel financial aid students and make award decisions.
• Supervise assigned staff.
• Attend meetings and liaise with external agencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience substitution

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Financial Aid Coordinator in Edinburg, TX. The role administers financial aid programs within the Office of Student Financial Services, handling quality control, fund utilization, and program implementation.

Responsibilities include monitoring compliance, preparing reports, and counseling students on awards, with supervision of staff and collaboration with external agencies. Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience required.