Created/Revised: 11/12/09
SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
| DATE: November 12, 2009 | REQUISITION: 5584 |
| TITLE: Financial Aid Analyst | HIRING SALARY: $2,520 - $3,455/Month |
| DEPT: Financial Aid | CLOSING DATE: November 19, 2009 or when filled |
EDUCATIONAL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Mathematics, Statistics, Management Information Systems, or related field. Courses in Computer Science would be helpful. Two (2) years professional experience in a college or University Financial Aid Office preferably in office automation and/or data analysis or other related experience. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities may be acceptable.
NATURE & PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Assists the Senior Financial Aid Analyst in the analysis of office automation needs of the financial aid office including implementing and testing of regulation updates and new requirements. Assist in the communication between the financial aid office, other University departments and outside agencies as the communication relates to programming needs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Will be a part of the user analysis team responsible for communication between the financial aid office and the University Computer Services Department, and the software vendor; assist the senior analyst with the communication of departmental requirements into programming system specifications; assist with the documentation and training for new implementations; assist with the performance testing of programs and subsystems; and may assist with specific special projects. Assists in the maintenance of the automated record retention processes of all aid applicant records. Trains staff on the use of automated presentation software and assists in the production of presentations. Serves on committees as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS:
The incumbent should demonstrate knowledge and understanding of large student information systems and automation products. Requires exceptional written and oral communication skills along with a good eye for detail and strong organizational and time-management skills. Working hours may vary as required, including evenings and weekends.
Employment requires security clearance
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan &
Smoke/Drug Free Institution