Student Financial Aid Officer IV

Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity in higher education that provides a hybrid work schedule and a comprehensive benefits package with employee tuition benefits?

The Office of Financial Aid is looking for an individual with experience in higher education financial aid administration and compliance, student finance, or a related field to fill our Student Financial Aid Officer IV position. Apply now to join our team!

The Student Financial Aid Officer IV will serve as the Federal Pell Grant Officer while also assisting in the administration and maintenance of current and new grant and scholarship programs. Position will help monitor compliance with all federal, state, and institutional rules and regulations,
with special attention given to Title IV administration, documentation, and staff training. Position will provide support and review documentation for compliance, audits, and training, as well as monitor compliance with federal and state reporting and disclosure requirements. Position will also assist with the maintenance if the Financial Aid Policy and Procedure Manual and all related procedural guides, as well as with management, documentation, and processing of office quality controls.

Bachelor's degree and four years previous Financial Aid or Higher Education experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent organizational skills; proficient in MS Office products with ability to learn other software programs; detail oriented, accurate.

Supervisory experience is preferred but not required.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Remote Work Notice: This position is not eligible for fully remote work.
Following successful completion of an initial training period, a hybrid work schedule may be available, subject to business needs and departmental approval. Employee must be located within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area and have the ability to be on campus for work activities as scheduled and/or with 24-hour notice. Completion and approval of a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required, and use of personal computer, internet, and other standard equipment may be required. Remote work arrangements are subject to regular review and re-approval and may be cancelled.

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:

* Competitive Salary

* Tuition Benefits

* BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees

* AD&D Insurance

* Dental & Vision Plan Options

* Optional Long and Short-term Disability

* TRS Retirement Plan

* Fertility Benefits

* Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https: https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About Us

UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth ( DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

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1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.