Title: Senior Administrative Specialist

Employee Classification: Sr Administrative Specialist

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Ryan College of Business

Department: UNT-RCOB-Dean's Office-131100

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $36,500.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The G. Brint Ryan College of Business is the choice of nearly 10,000 students, making it one of the largest business schools in the nation. Since 1961, the college has been continuously accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a hallmark of the world’s best business schools. Nationally recognized and cutting-edge degrees enable students to learn beyond the classroom, preparing them to become leaders in their field.

Position Overview

This position manages the scholarship processing for the entire Ryan College of Business, including department-specific and general college scholarships for both undergraduate and graduate students. Manages relationships with Student Financial Aid Office. Sets up new scholarships in AcademicWorks. Advertises scholarships to students. Manages scholarship selection process, including ensuring compliance with MOUs, donor agreements, and UNT policy. Processes scholarship awards. Manages scholarship information requests.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and one year of highly responsible and varied office administration or business management experience; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Exceptional customer service skills. Advanced Microsoft Office skills. Knowledge of accounting/budgeting procedures. Ability to work under pressure, to adjust to constant changes, to handle multiple tasks, and to coordinate the work of others. Ability to keep complex records, to assemble and organize data of complexnature, and to prepare and submit reports in acceptable formats. Ability to conceptualize, plan and organize multiple programs and assignments effectively. Ability to work on complex and confidential tasks utilizing judgment, tact, and resourcefulness. Skill in developing and maintaining good working relationships. Knowledge of policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function. Supervisory skills.

Job Duties

• Manages relationships with Student Financial Aid Office. 
• Sets up new scholarships in AcademicWorks. 
• Advertises scholarships to students. Updates RCOB website with links to new opportunities. Monitors number of applicants. Updates departments as necessary. 
• Manages scholarship selection process, including ensuring compliance with MOUs, donor agreements, and UNT policy. Downloads and organizes applicant data. Schedules and manages scholarship committee meetings. 
• Processes scholarship awards. Documents acceptances from students. Submits awards and waivers to Student Financial Aid Office. 
• Manages scholarship information requests. Communicates effectively with students and departments. 

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Mon-Friday 8am - 5pm, occasional nights and weekends

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.