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Financial Aid Scholarship Specialist

Employer: Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City
Location: 900 N. Portland Ave Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73107 United States

Administrative Jobs: Institutional & Business Affairs, Financial Aid
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

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Job Details

Position Details

Req ID:

req7077

Position Title:

Financial Aid Scholarship Specialist

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

OSU Campus:

Financial Aid

Department:

Financial Aid

Location Address:

900 N. Portland Ave
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73107
United States

Hiring Supervisor and Contact Info:

Bessie Carter

Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):

14.31 - 14.31, Hourly

Work Schedule:

Various

Job Summary:

Job Function:

The Scholarship Specialist position will serve as the campus expert on all institutional and external tuition waiver and scholarship awards and is directly responsible for processing internal and external tuition waivers and scholarships such as Tribal, Oklahoma’s Promise, OSU-OKC Foundation scholarships, and the Oklahoma State Regents.Selected candidate will work closely with the state regents, private agencies, high schools, tribal agencies, OSU-OKC Foundation, Business Office, and Division Heads (administrative assistants) and would serve as Co-Chair for the Scholarship Committee.This position will also serve as backup for Financial Aid Specialists during times of absences and/or lunch periods.

Essential Job Functions:

Serves as the initial contact for students/parents with scholarship questions Serves as Co-Chair of the OSU-OKC Scholarship CommitteeProcessing applications and forms necessary for receipt of scholarship funding.Responsible for reconciling funds received for tribal, state, and private sources. Reconciliation may be on and individual or fund basis.Works with academic divisions to process institutional aid offers.Establishes new and updates existing procedures used in daily job requirements.Develop/maintain working knowledge of federal aid guidelines governing coordination of student resources with federal aid. Responsible for updating procedures, when necessary, to ensure consistency with changes in federal, state, and institution guidelines.Participates in seminars or public relations events relative to Scholarships. Will serve as a back up to the Customer Service Area as needed. Completes all mandatory training plus two professional development each year.Performs other duties as assigned.

The duties listed in this job descriptionare only illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission ofspecific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if thework is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Resume and Cover Letter required for full consideration

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience:
Applicant must have a minimumof two years’ experience in post-secondary Financial Aid administration with anemphasis in Scholarship processing.

Knowledge, Skills, andAbilities:

Ability to handlemultiple task and prioritize effectivelyComprehensiveknowledge of federal guidelines governing the coordination of institutional,state, or private aid in conjunction with federal aidDemonstratedabilities of identifying and resolving over awards resulting from addition ofprivate, state, or institutional scholarships to student aid packages.High degree ofintegrity; ability to work in a sensitive, highly confidential and professionalenvironmentMust be adaptableto performing under moderate levels of stress, imposed by frequent deadlines,peak workloads and public/student contact.Ability tocommunicate diplomatically, clearly and effectively, both verbally and inwriting to exchange information, give/receive instructions and respond toinquiries appropriately.Strong interpersonalskills and sensitivity to a multicultural environment in an effort to work andcommunicate effectively with all students, faculty, staff and communitypartners. Demonstratedknowledge of office technologies including but not limited to: office computers,fax machines, scanners, internet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access,PowerPoint, Outlook).Accuratetyping/data entry skills and demonstrated ability to work with attention todetail.Ability to work independently and collaborate within a teamenvironment.Exhibits problem-solving skills beyond a set of instructions and adaptto changes when necessary.Ability to make appropriate recommendations based on logical andjustifiable reasoning.Ability to use analytical and critical thinking skills to interpretwritten policies and procedures.Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU brand withpositivity and professionalismEvidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior

Preferred Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree preferred

Working Conditions:

Physical Requirements:

During peak, enrollment and processing periods must be able to handle high volume of phone calls and student inquiries. Duties require extended periods of sitting, standing, talking and listening and computer usage.

The work environment and physical demandsdescribed here are representative of those required by an employee to performthe essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Organization

Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant system that prepares students for success. Orange is the Answer. Through leadership and service, OSU improves the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation and the world. OSU has more than 35,000 students across its five-campus system with students from all 50 states and around 120 nations. Established in 1890, OSU has graduated more than 264,000 students to serve the state of Oklahoma, the nation and the world.

Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City (OSU-OKC) is part of the modern land-grant system of Oklahoma State University. OSU-OKC is a two-year public institution, offering more than 50 degrees and certificate options. Through quality education, a supportive environment, leadership training and service opportunities, OSU-OKC trains students to work and educates them to lead. OSU-OKC graduates are found throughout the community serving as police officers, firefighters, nurses, teachers, healthcare professionals and business owners. osuokc.edu

Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-verify employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. Oklahoma State University campuses are tobacco and vapor-free.

Company info

Telephone: 405-945-3206
Location: 900 N Portland
Oklahoma CIty
OK
73107
US

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