Job Information
University of Michigan Flint Financial Aid Administrator Intermediate (Hybrid) in Flint, Michigan
How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The Office of Financial Aid is looking for a Financial Aid Administrator Intermediate who will be a representative to students, parents/supporters, outside agencies, faculty and staff regarding financial aid in general and the application process. The Financial Aid Administrator Intermediate will report to the Assistant Director.
Responsibilities*
- You will be a representative of the Office of Financial Aid to students, parents/supporters, outside agencies, faculty and staff either through direct contact, emails, phone, text messaging, and at presentations regarding financial aid in general and the application process.
- You will demonstrate administrative capability as a financial aid administrator by ensuring policies comply with Federal and State regulations.
- You will maintain a working knowledge of financial aid rules and regulations. Remain current on trends and practices in Higher Education.
- You will review current literature and attend professional meetings to keep current on Federal, State, and institutional regulations and policy changes.
- You will help develop and implement financial aid procedures and administrative practices.
- You will be responsible for program management of Federal, State, and Institutional aid program(s).
- You will use systems and equipment including: Ellucian (Banner), COD, NSLDS, and general office equipment.
- You will represent the office at training and conference opportunities when designated as an attendee and presenting at financial aid events.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
- 1 or more years of financial aid experience or relevant experience in a related field.
- Must have customer service experience.
- Ability to use or learn to use federal, state, and institutional systems and equipment including: Ellucian (Banner), COD, NSLDS, and general office equipment.
- You will be required to demonstrate there are no restrictions that would prevent you from obtaining authorization to NSLDS, COD and other federal financial aid processing sites.
Why Work at U-M Flint?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting.
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- A hybrid schedule may be available.
Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier .
UM-Flint offers tuition support for eligible UM-Flint staff members. In addition, UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses. Information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/ benefits/
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