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Specialist III - Verification Specialist

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2025
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition
202500074S

Title
Specialist III - Verification Specialist

FLSA status
Non-Exempt

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

Occupational Category
Technical/Para-Professional

Department
Financial Aid

Division
Division of Enrollment Success

Open Date
03/07/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement
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.

Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs advanced specialist duties for the Financial Aid department.

Primary Responsibilities
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.

Other Specifications
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 Part Time
Full Time

Position Number

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42781

EEO Statement

EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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