Financial Aid Coordinator, State & University Programs - UT Chattanooga

University of Tennessee•Chattanooga, TN

1d•$47,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Associate Director of Scholarships and State Aid, the Financial Aid Coordinator – State and University Programs is responsible for the coordinating, awarding, and monitoring of university and Tennessee state scholarship and grant programs totaling more than $14 million annually. This position ensures compliance with federal, state, University of Tennessee, and institutional regulations while providing exceptional service to students, families, faculty, and campus partners. The coordinator serves as the primary liaison between the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, university departments, the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC), and other external agencies for assigned scholarship and state aid programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Two years of experience in financial aid, student services, or a related field.
Knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Experience with scholarship and grant management software.
Experience working with external agencies such as TSAC.

Responsibilities

Coordinating, awarding, and monitoring of university and Tennessee state scholarship and grant programs.
Ensuring compliance with federal, state, University of Tennessee, and institutional regulations.
Providing exceptional service to students, families, faculty, and campus partners.
Serving as the primary liaison between the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, university departments, the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC), and other external agencies for assigned scholarship and state aid programs.