What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scholarship Coordinator position at New Mexico Highlands University?
Under the broad supervision of the Financial Aid Director, provides administrative, supervision and implementation of all scholarship programs. Serves in the implementation of award programs to ensure awards and disbursements are in compliance with federal and state regulations and university policy. Assists the Associate Director with athletic compliance assurance of NCAA rules for athletic scholarships. Assists the Director with funds reconciliation and annual audit requests.
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversees the implementation of award programs to ensure scholarship awards and disbursements are in compliance with federal, state, and university regulations and policy.
Participate in Banner systems/procedures planning and management.
Responds to inquiries and researches and resolves problems related to transactions handled by the department.
Serves as a liaison with other departments or units in the resolution of day to day administrative and operational issues.
Serves as a liaison with state, federal, tribal, and other agencies, as well as internal NMHU departments.
Assists with Reconciliation of all scholarship funds to assure federal compliance.
Assists Director/Associate Director with annual auditor requests and review.
Provides oversight and management of the Satisfactory Academic Progress scholarship review.
Serves on committees representing the financial aid office as assigned by the Director.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
Associate’s degree in any field plus three (3) years of any relevant work experience. Combination of education and experience may be considered to equal 5 years.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of experience in Financial Aid (or related industry) in a professional capacity OR any equivalent combination of education and relevant experience totaling five (5) years may be considered.
Experience: Knowledge working with Ellucian Banner software and Microsoft Office Suite
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Experience: Knowledge working with Ellucian Banner software and Microsoft Office Suite
Must be wiling to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and odd hours.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to work in a high performing environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of financial aid policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to make evaluative judgments.
Ability to verify and assess student eligibility for financial aid.
Interviewing skills.
Ability to develop and present educational and/or workshops.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Knowledge of customer services standards and procedures.
Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations and policies concerning the provision of financial aid to students.
Knowledge of data management systems and processes.
Skills in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
Organizing and coordination skills.
Ability to supervise and train assigned staff including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Knowledge of the policies and eligibility requirements of a range of federal state and agency scholarship programs.
Physical Demands
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of financial aid policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to make evaluative judgments.
Ability to verify and assess student eligibility for financial aid.
Interviewing skills.
Ability to develop and present educational and/or workshops.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Knowledge of customer services standards and procedures.
Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations and policies concerning the provision of financial aid to students.
Knowledge of data management systems and processes.
Skills in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
Organizing and coordination skills.
Ability to supervise and train assigned staff including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Knowledge of the policies and eligibility requirements of a range of federal state and agency scholarship programs.
Sitting…………………………….Frequently
Standing…………………………Occasionally
Walking…………………………..Occasionally
Bending………………………….Occasionally
Squatting………………………..Occasionally
Climbing…………………………Occasionally
Kneeling………………………….Occasionally
Lift/Carrying up to 20 pounds…Occasionally
Working Environment
Standing…………………………Occasionally
Walking…………………………..Occasionally
Bending………………………….Occasionally
Squatting………………………..Occasionally
Climbing…………………………Occasionally
Kneeling………………………….Occasionally
Lift/Carrying up to 20 pounds…Occasionally
Work is mainly performed in an office setting.
Pay Rate $52,000 - $64,800 Salary (DOE) Work Location/Campus Center Las Vegas, NM Campus EEO Statement
New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness.
For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email hr@nmhu.edu
Visit the link below for more information regarding affirmative action and equal opportunity:
Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW
For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email hr@nmhu.edu
Visit the link below for more information regarding affirmative action and equal opportunity:
Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
AS934P
Open Date
07/15/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
A complete online application must include: 1) Letter of interest/cover letter; 2) Resume; 3) Names, telephone numbers and email address of three (3) professional references in online application; 4) copies of unofficial transcripts. Candidates who are invited for on-campus interviews will be required to submit official transcripts. References will be contacted in conjunction with on-campus interview. Upload required materials with online application. For disabled access or services, call (505) 454-3242 or contact Human Resources at hr@nmhu.edu NMHU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Quick Link
https://nmhu.peopleadmin.com/postings/9478
Salary : $52,000 - $64,800
