Posting Number

req12873

Department

Vet Med Administration

Department Website Link

https://vetmed.arizona.edu/

Location

Outside of Tucson

Address

1580 E Hanley Blvd, Oro Valley, AZ 85737 USA

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona's College of Veterinary Medicine invites applicants for the position of Financial Aid Coordinator, Sr. The College of Veterinary Medicine Office of Student Affairs Team utilizes a holistic approach to student advising and service. We are seeking an individual to join in this mission and cultivate an expert knowledge base regarding the veterinary career life cycle. This role will provide student support with a focus on high-level exceptional student service in a team-based environment. The position report to the Director of Financial Aid. The Financial Aid Coordinator, Sr. is involved in an important process—helping students attain the resources to complete their veterinary degree and practice in their field of interest. Financial Aid Administration team works to provide a customer service focus in accurate processing and administration of financial aid.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interprets (institutional, state, and federal) financial aid regulations, and implements procedures to ensure regulatory and fiduciary compliance and timely delivery of financial aid
• Manages the financial aid general email, chat, and texting account
• Serves as liaison with other College departments in the resolution of day-to-day administrative or operational issues
• Participates in student orientations
• Promotes customer service and commitment to creating a positive student experience
• Collects and/or analyzes data on students to determine scholarship eligibility, and make awards within donor and/or institutional guidelines
• Provides support and counsel about available financial aid opportunities, eligibility requirements, and the application process to prospective students and current students
• Represents the Financial Aid Office at College function in absence of Director of Financial Aid
• Assists in completing scholarship and financial aid verification forms as needed by scholarship donors/foundations, including Financial Needs Analysis (FNA) forms required by Native American Tribes
• Manages on-going projects for the financial aid office, including websites and student information pages and various projects
• Manages the HRSA (Health Professions) Loan Program for Veterinary Students
  Development and implementation of financial aid literacy program
• Completes work queries and other processes relevant to the eligibility and disbursement of merit/financial aid
• Actively engages in professional associations in order to remain abreast of changes to regulations, guidelines, and processes
• Manages CVM scholarship postings, liaison with development office and financial aid office
• Assists with planning and overseeing activities in the areas of recruitment, admissions, financial aid, registration, records, residence life, advising, and support services, coordinating as needed with central functions, specialists, and/or other University resources
• Plan and implement information sessions related to financial aid first year incoming students and prospective students
• Attends professional conferences and actively engages in professional associations in order to remain abreast of changes to regulations, guidelines, and processes
• Attends financial aid webinars and information sessions for continuous learning of financial aid best practices and procedures

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy, professionalism, integrity, and customer service focus
• Skill in achieving leadership results
• Ability to lead, inspire, monitor, and supervise employees
• Ability to handle and delegate responsibilities
• Skill in supporting effective collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Commitment to active listening and effective communication
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to accurately estimate timelines and meet deadlines
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, collaboratively, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong working knowledge of industry policies and regulations
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to review work and proactively act on error resolution
• Flexibility to deal with change and complex situations
• Skill in exercising good judgment and discretion when working with confidential and sensitive information and situations
• Skill and abilities in Excel, Federal Student Aid, and other related agencies, systems, and platforms

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Student Services

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$42,620 - $55,800

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

6

Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Financial Aid

Job Function

Student Services

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Katie Chimienti

kchimienti@arizona.edu

Open Date

12/6/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.