Specialist III - Verification Specialist

202500074S

Specialist III - Verification Specialist

Non-Exempt

This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Technical/Para-Professional

Financial Aid

Division of Enrollment Success

03/07/2025

Yes

Associates degree in a related field. Three years relevant experience or experience in a related field is required. Financial aid or other university-related work experience would be helpful. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Performs advanced specialist duties for the Financial Aid department.

Performs specialized duties related to student financial aid, including verification of application information, reviewing tax documents, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Tracks and analyzes data, resolves application discrepancies, and collaborates with University departments to gather missing documents. Reviews and interprets database queries to identify incomplete or flagged applications, coordinates communication to resolve issues, and ensures accurate financial aid decisions. Maintains knowledge of relevant financial aid systems (e.g., Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), National Student Load Data System (NSLDS) and federal guidelines, including tax return verification in accordance with IRS Publication 17. Participates in ongoing training to stay current on regulatory changes. Assists with resolving complex financial aid issues, provides customer service to students, parents, and departments, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies. Prepares reports, monitors daily operations, and supports the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) application process. Assists in policy development, audits, and special projects. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature.

Up to 40% of this position, over the fiscal year during off-peak periods, may be performed remotely as determined by the supervisor.

Full Time

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