Posting Number: S05255P Department: Office of Financial Aid Salary Range: $41,204 to $46,000, commensurate with experience Pay Basis: Monthly Position Status: Regular full-time Location: Richardson Job Description: Are you interested in helping students achieve their educational and professional goals? Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity in higher education that provides a hybrid remote work schedule, employee tuition assistance, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive and collaborative work environment? The Office of Financial Aid is looking for an individual with financial aid or other higher education experience to fill our Student Financial Aid Officer III position. Apply now to join our team! The Student Financial Aid Officer III performs a variety of job duties associated with the coordination, awarding, disbursement, and returning of state, federal, and institutional financial aid assistance programs as part of the Office of Financial Aid Counseling Team. This position advises students and families about financial aid processes and requirements, collaborates with other University departments to promote a holistically positive student experience, and works with other Office of Financial Aid teams to ensure efficient and accurate processing of financial aid. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Two years previous Financial Aid or related experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered. Excellent organizational skills; proficient in MS Office products and ability to learn other software programs; detail oriented, accurate with ability to prioritize information in a timely manner; strong communication skills; written, oral, active listening and interpersonal skills; work effectively in team situations; proactive in identifying potential issues; demonstrate computational ability; ability to investigate, analyze and interpret data or information for accuracy and completeness in order to make informed decisions; ability to work on several tasks at one time; ability to make quality decisions based on available information; ability to respond effectively in a variety of situations; ability to improve performance by doing new things; ability to plan, coordinate, schedule, direct and monitor tasks, activities and assignments to effectively complete a project; knowledge of different work styles and personality types; understanding of conflict resolution techniques and demonstrated ability to confront employees in a positive manner; understand cross-cultural communication needs and respond accordingly; understanding of UTD’s strategic plan and goals and ability to communicate them in a motivational way to staff. Must be eligible to administer Title IV aid. Important Message: 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE , including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator (ADACoordinator@utdallas.edu) . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator (TitleIXCoordinator@utdallas.edu) .