Student & Program Specialist

University of North Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Denton, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


UNT System Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Posting Title Student & Program Specialist
Department UNT-Toulouse Grad Sch-Dean's Off-142100
Job Location Denton
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information $32,304 min
Department Summary
The Toulouse Graduate School, with its outstanding faculty, high
academic standards, and diverse student body, provides abundant
opportunities for graduate students by offering over 100 master’s
and doctoral programs in a variety of disciplines.
Position Overview
Serves as information source for students and departments regarding awards, scholarships and employment waivers, relaying policies and procedures to Graduate School awards and scholarships. Acts as liaison for graduate school with departments and students on a daily basis. Processes paperwork to appropriate departments for award distribution. Provides administrative support to Program Project Coordinator.

Additional Posting Details


Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s Degree and two years of office administration experience; or any equivalent
combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide outstanding customer service.
  • Demonstrated skill in verbal and written communications
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  • Ability handle multiple priorities
  • Strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: * Strong knowledge of scholarship and fellowship policies and procedures. * Strong working knowledge of Excel.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm; w/occasional evenings 
Driving University Vehicle No
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position
EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Student & Program Specialist
Physical Requirements Sitting, Walking, Writing, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate

Job Duties


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Task: Acts as liaison and information source for students and departments regarding scholarships and awards.
Performance Standard: Provide students with award and scholarship information and opportunities; communicate with department representatives as needed.
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Task: Complete and submit Stipend and Authorization forms to Student Financial Aid Office.
Performance Standard: Complete and submit proper paperwork prior to each semester to Financial Aid office for processing. Finalize Tuition and Fees scholarships after Census dates on student’s accounts.
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Task: Check enrollment status and cancel scholarships of students that do not meet requirements.
Performance Standard: Confirm whether or not students enrolled in the appropriate credit hour amount on the first day of classes and on census date; contact students who need to add courses to schedule during add/drop; cancel awards of those that do not add courses or do not meet requirements.
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Task: Conduct a grade audit for all recipients during each semester for renewal.
Performance Standard: At the end of each semester, check GPA and make sure student is meeting departmental requirements and in good standing.
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Task: Maintain accurate spreadsheet of all students that have received fellowship, awards and scholarships.
Performance Standard: Maintain spreadsheets and report information to Graduate School and departments as requested.
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Task: Process Course Load Exception Forms.
Performance Standard: Process Course Load Exception Forms according to TGS guidelines; accurately notify students and advisors or representatives of the results. Defer those that do not fall under the CLE guidelines.
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Task: Acts as liaison and information source for students and departments regarding out-of-state tuition waivers based on graduate student employment.
Performance Standard: Provide students with waiver information and opportunities; communicate with department representatives as needed.
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Task: Process Employment Waiver Forms.
Performance Standard: Compile data to process Employment Waiver Forms properly, accurately and efficiently. Assist in conducting employment verification audits when needed.
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Task: Assists with audit of waivers for eligibility through the census date.
Performance Standard: Audit conducted timely after census date.
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Task: Shares expertise and ideas freely and openly and participates in enhancing coworkers’ understanding of mission and tasks.
Performance Standard: Demonstrates a commitment to teamwork and a display of a positive customer service attitude.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number S7837P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/80393

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