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About The Position
The Awards Assistant assists the Manager, Student Awards in the adjudicating and processing of all bursaries, undergraduate and service Awards and undergraduate private and endowed scholarships. In accordance with University policies, government policies and office procedures, this position is responsible for processing student applications and department/faculty nominations for scholarships, bursaries, work-study, awards and prizes. The position also responds to inquiries from students, staff, faculty and the public regarding all financial aid and awards programs, deadlines, and University and government financial aid and awards policies and procedures. Responsibilities of the position include maintaining accurate student financial aid and awards records, liaising with external agencies and enhancing and maintaining databases of University and external sources of financial aid and awards programs.
Requirements
- High school graduation and one year of post-secondary education including courses or formal training in word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications; bookkeeping practices; and office procedures.
- 3 years of related experience.
- Good analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Assists the Manager, Student Awards in adjudicating and processing bursaries, undergraduate and service Awards, and undergraduate private and endowed scholarships.
- Processes student applications and department/faculty nominations for scholarships, bursaries, work-study, awards, and prizes in accordance with University policies, government policies, and office procedures.
- Responds to inquiries from students, staff, faculty, and the public regarding financial aid and awards programs, deadlines, and relevant policies and procedures.
- Maintains accurate student financial aid and awards records.
- Liaises with external agencies.
- Enhances and maintains databases of University and external sources of financial aid and awards programs.
Benefits
- 3 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)
- Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
- Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
- On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members
- Funding for professional development expenses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
