Department: Financial Aid

Salary: $27,603.00

Application Deadline: January 17, 2023

About Arkansas Tech:

Arkansas Tech University is a public, comprehensive, regional university that was established by Act 100 of the 37th Arkansas General Assembly in 1909. ATU offers credentials and degrees at the technical certification, associate, baccalaureate, graduate and doctoral levels. The university operates campuses in Russellville and Ozark as well as Arkansas Tech Career Center (ATCC). Home to almost 10,000 students, ATU offers stackable credentials and multiple entry points to higher education. In all, Arkansas Tech offers more than 100 programs of study, including many of the most sought-after four-year baccalaureate programs among college freshmen - business, engineering, physical and biological sciences, the social sciences and teacher education. Pre-professional programs prepare ATU students to become doctors, dentists, lawyers, pharmacists, physical therapists and veterinarians. For more information about Arkansas Tech University and the surrounding community, please visit our website at www.atu.edu/hr to find our “Live Here” informational resources.

Position Summary:

The Financial Aid Specialist is responsible for assisting in obtaining, processing and packaging, and providing of student financial aid information. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Meets with students and parents concerning the financial aid application process, types of financial aid available, and deadlines for applying for aid, and assists in completing the required forms when requested.

Prepares financial aid package, makes recommendations of financial needs based upon review of need analysis forms, reviews data for accuracy, and forwards award package to supervisor for final review.

Prepares award letters for students receiving financial aid, completes information needed for disbursement and receipt of funds, and records and submits award information to business office.

Monitors student enrollment to verify that loan eligibility requirements are being met, and notifies lender of enrollment changes.

Interviews students for work-study, monitors work-study position availability and maintains time sheets.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of student financial aid programs.

Knowledge of interviewing techniques.

Ability to interview and obtain pertinent information.

Ability to disseminate information orally and in writing.

Ability to collect, analyze, and compile data.

Ability to monitor student enrollment activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

The formal education equivalent of an associate’s degree in general business, office management or a related field; plus two years of experience in financial aid, banking or a related field.

Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education.

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Preferred Qualifications:

3-5 years industry experience in registrar, financial aid, educational counseling, advising office or student accounts.

Customer service experience.

Strong interpersonal and computer skills.

Experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Proficient with Banner software.

Work Location, Environment and Physical Demands:

Russellville, AR

What to Submit:

Cover letter, resume, and three (3) references with complete contact information.

To be considered for the Financial Aid Specialist position, all applications and materials must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system, Cornerstone, prior to the deadline of January 17, 2023, before 6:00 pm central time.

Please go to https://atu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=atu to apply now.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication 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.

Arkansas Tech University is an AA/EOE employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.