Financial Aid Officer
About The Position
The University of New Mexico-Health Sciences Center is seeking a Financial Aid Officer with strong interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking skills. The Financial Aid Officer will work with a diverse student population, approximately 1000 students within the academic programs in the School of Medicine, in assisting students in obtaining Federal, State, and Institutional financial aid. Within a centralized, HSC financial aid services environment, evaluates, approves, and awards financial aid to students in accordance with federal, state, and university regulations, policies, and operating guidelines. Assesses financial needs of students, and advises students and parents regarding financial aid options, processes, and requirements. Evaluates student academic progress, and adjudicates academic progress appeals. Participates as appropriate in systems/procedures planning and management; implements and coordinates specific individual programs and/or assignments, in accordance with the overall objectives of the department.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
- Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Banner System
- Experience with Federal, State, Institutional financial aid processes
- Experience with direct high level customer service
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field
Responsibilities
- Evaluates, approves, and awards financial aid to students in accordance with federal, state, and university regulations, policies, and operating guidelines.
- Assesses financial needs of students.
- Advises students and parents regarding financial aid options, processes, and requirements.
- Evaluates student academic progress.
- Adjudicates academic progress appeals.
- Participates as appropriate in systems/procedures planning and management.
- Implements and coordinates specific individual programs and/or assignments, in accordance with the overall objectives of the department.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Educational benefits through the tuition remission program
- Dependent education programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
