Financial Aid Counselor

Advises students regarding financial aid eligibility, application, etc., relating to incoming and ongoing students attending Utah Tech University. Information about the Financial Aid office can be found online at https://financialaid.utahtech.edu/.

• Review documents to determine completeness for eligibility toward financial aid; evaluate unusual/mitigating circumstances using documentation or information provided by the student or other entities.
• Meet with students when they are having trouble completing the verification requirements needed to complete their financial aid application; verify financial aid data within student files in accordance with federal and institutional guidelines and submit any required corrections to the U.S. Department of Education via technical processing.
• Advise students and parents concerning financial aid eligibility guidelines and programs; conduct financial aid information nights with area high schools and other agencies as well as participate in other outreach activities.
• Provide support for various operational and problem-solving functions such as working reports, certifying loan applications, and performing financial aid analysis.
• Manage the AmeriCorps program, which includes meeting with students, coordinating associated paperwork, setting up AmeriCorps positions, awards, and facilitating discussion, coordination, and training of AmeriCorps-eligible students and their supervisors.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with appropriate college departments.
• Use professional judgment to assist in reviewing all financial aid appeals.
• Demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior in working with confidential information and maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
• Interpret, apply and comply with federal, state and institutional regulations governing student financial aid; maintain current working knowledge of guidelines/regulations related to financial aid.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree required. Those who will have their degree finalized by May 2026 may also be considered.
• At least two years' office experience required; experience working in higher education and/or financial aid office preferred.
• Strong understanding and working ability in automated computer systems; University Banner experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to learn federal rules, regulations, guidelines and procedures related to federal, state and institutional financial aid eligibility and awarding.
• Knowledge of current regulations pertaining to the release of student information and records.
• Demonstrated ability of entering data correctly and precisely at all times, with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical and accounting skills.
• Considerable skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students and campus personnel, with the ability to effectively convey and exchange information.
• Ability to handle complex and stressful situations.
• Proven ability to set work priorities, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time overtime-exempt staff position. Annual salary of $45,000-$47,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Desired start date of January/February 2026. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, as well as paid holidays in addition to sick and vacation leave accruals. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins December 8, 2025. Submit application materials (including resume contents and contact information for three professional references) and upload a cover letter electronically. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University's mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to equal opportunity within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University's non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Equal Opportunity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
• Deputy Title IX Coordinator: Brenda Medrano - titleix@utahtech.edu, BROWN 102, 435-879-4769.

• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.
• U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695.