University of Houston
Houston, TX
Department : Scholarships & Financial Aid Salary : $20.68 - $23.50 hourly Description : Coordinates and administers a financial aid program which awards scholarships, grants, or other forms of student financial assistance. Coordinates related programs and services that will meet the internship and career needs of students and employers. 1. Resolves general and complex awards issues by utilizing financial aid management system to analyze applications against criteria and availability, as well as make adjustments, additions, and cancellations. 2. Communicates with federal and state agencies, as well as potential and existing scholarship donors regarding recipient information, selection process, and other award criteria. 3. Counsels students and parents concerning available financial assistance opportunities and reviews unusual circumstance documentation. 4. Ensures awards are appropriately disbursed and credited to students' accounts. 5. Resolves unusual problems and...