Financial Aid Officer - Financial Aid - 21549
- Employer
- University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
- Location
- Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Jan 15, 2025
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Financial Affairs, Student Affairs, Enrollment Management, Financial Aid, Other Student Affairs
- Employment Type
- Full Time
ATTENTION:
The Financial Aid office at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Financial Aid Officer (AE105).
JOB DETAILS:
This position provides excellent customer service and guidance to financial aid applicants and their families throughout the financial aid application process; completes review and verification of financial aid applications; determines financial aid eligibility within the parameters of federal, state, and institutional policies; and is responsible for the oversight of one or more financial aid programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- At least one year of professional work experience in higher education student services.
- Knowledge of or ability to learn and understand Title IV federal financial aid regulations and related resources.
- Two years of direct, programmatic experience in student financial aid administration, including knowledge of and experience working with federal and state regulations and aid programs, file review/verification, and Federal Student Aid processing systems (CPS, NSLDS, COD, etc.).
- Experience with integrated student information systems, preferably PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, and ImageNow document imaging system.
- Excellent customer service and verbal/written communication skills, including the ability to exercise tact and discretion when dealing with students, families, and staff.
- Ability to work independently under moderate supervision, and also work cooperatively with others as an effective team member.
- Thorough attention to detail.
- Organized with good time management skills.
- Basic mathematical computation skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to interact respectfully and work collaboratively with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including students, parents, staff, and faculty.
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in
following applicable safety rules and regulations, including
necessary training and drills.
15% Counsel students and their families regarding the availability of, eligibility for, and application process for financial aid funds.
10% Complete review and verification of financial aid applications and award federal, state, and institutional financial aid.
40% Manage the Federal Direct Loan and Alternative Loan Programs. This encompasses Federal Direct Subsidized Loans, Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans, Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS), Grad PLUS loans, and a variety of Alternative Loans.
25% Manage the revision and reconciliation process of waivers and private scholarships.
5% Monitor and process office email box as back up.
5% Miscellaneous duties as assigned; may include but not limited to:
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION:
UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,000 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW has approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.
UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.
Belonging and mattering are central to the university's culture, and UW-Whitewater strives to maintain an environment where individual and collective efforts are valued and celebrated. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by January 28th, 2025, are ensured full consideration . Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Melissa Walton
262-472-1385
waltonm@UWW.edu
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Name and contact information for three professional references
Application Links:
A potential applicant who is NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System, click here:
UW-Whitewater External Applicants
A current employee of the University of Wisconsin System, click here:
UW-Whitewater Internal Applicants
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