Financial Aid Specialist at University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Job Description:

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Type of Position:

Clerical

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

STFA | Call Center Support

Department's Website:

https://finaid.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

The Financial Aid Specialist greets office visitors and provides customer service to students and parents concerning the financial aid and academic scholarship application processes, types of financial aid available, deadlines for applying for aid, and assists in completing the required forms when requested. This position directs students and parents to appropriate office staff when necessary and reviews financial aid paperwork for completeness. This position assists in the call center as necessary.

The Financial Aid Specialist prepares electronic files for weekly meetings and maintains general financial aid email account, responding in a timely and courteous manner. This position assists in reviewing academic scholarship applications for prospective and current students.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution of higher education

Applicable equivalencies may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field from an accredited institution of higher education




• Experience in higher education setting




• Customer service experience in a professional office setting

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education, academic, and social programs


• Knowledge of campus and community resources


• Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs


• Working knowledge of word processing, email, spreadsheets, and database management programs


• Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations


• Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment with good interpersonal communication skills


• Ability to disseminate information orally and in writing

Salary Information:

$30,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

University of Arkansas Human Resources, ADMN 222, (479) 575-5351, hr@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Additional Information:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Reaching, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Feeling, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes Apply Now