Job Description

Manages scholarship programs and processes awarded by departmental and external entities. Assumes primary responsibility for management of such programs and processes in the University Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid (UOSFA) and coordinates with partner offices. Supports effective management of office, including processing, services, and communications.

Responsibilities

PROGRAM

MANAGEMENT

AND

DEVELOPMENT

Manages designated programs in a manner that helps ensure comprehensive awareness and utilization of funding; adheres to relevant rules, regulations, policies, and practices Ensures appropriate consumer information for designated programs is available to students and colleagues; ensures effective related communications, counseling, and training for students and colleagues Communicates policies and procedures (including rights and responsibilities) to students, families, and colleagues in an accurate, timely, effective, thorough, equitable, and inclusive manner Regularly revises, updates, and distributes manual(s) to ensure awareness of applicable and regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as rights and responsibilities (for students and colleagues) Ensures effective advice and counseling provided for inquiries and recipients Fosters constructive working relationships with on- and off-campus program/process partners and colleagues Assists in monitoring award and payment records to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies or required eligibility adjustments; Actively supports and ensures reporting and required data submissions are completed accurately and timely On at least an annual basis, assesses composition of and need for designated programs and their utilization; prepares summary of analysis and determines appropriate distribution in collaboration with supervisor and/or Executive Director Prepares all contractual agreements and/or memoranda of understanding between the University of Utah and relevant program partners, if required, and ensures draft agreements are reviewed and approved by university legal services staff Serves as subject matter expert and lead for designated programs

SERVICE

,

PROCESSING

,

AND

COMMUNICATIONS

Monitors and adjusts, as appropriate, student financial aid awards to ensure timeliness and accuracy Effectively advances processing and service workloads including delivery of services and processing; adjusts accordingly in collaboration with managers to ensure balanced, timely, accurate, well-documented, equitable, and inclusive services and processing within benchmarks established by supervisor and/or office management team Determines eligibility for scholarships and financial aid, including types and amounts to be awarded or adjusted, in accordance with established federal and university standards and guidelines As needed, applies verification and appeals policies/requirements accurately, consistently, fairly, and equitably Professionally addresses and works toward resolution of complex or novel situations encountered in processing and service work of office Ensures professional delivery of services, including maintenance of data/information security, privacy, and confidentiality Follows appropriate records management procedures and complies with recordkeeping and archival requirements Completes multiple complex reports used to monitor and assure service and processing benchmarks, as well as accuracy of eligibility and payments

COMPLIANCE

AND

SUPPORT

Maintains expertise in laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and high impact practices affecting eligibility for and management of designated programs/processes Monitors eligibility determinations for designated programs to ensure they are accurate and reasonable, and that adjustments are made appropriately and timely; ensures maintenance of thorough documentation of eligibility determinations, compliance, adjustments, and all related transactions for purposes of audits and program reviews Maintains access to and a working knowledge of relevant internal and external systems Provides clear and accurate documentation of transactions, conversations, interactions, and edits affecting student eligibility and/or compliance with applicable regulations, statutes, and/or policies Adheres to all statutory, regulatory, and policy guidance, including office policies and procedures Maintains privacy and confidentiality of student and family data and information Maintains security of student records and related information Actively participates in and contributes to overall office effectiveness

TRAINING

AND

PROFESSIONAL

DEVELOPMENT

;

PROFESSIONALISM

Maintains current knowledge of policies, rules, regulations, technical standards, and high-impact practices associated with administering and delivering federal, state, institutional, and private programs, including associated systems and emerging technologies Actively participates in professional meetings, conferences, and workshops; meets and communicates clearly with colleagues in similar positions/roles; researches industry practices; shares resulting knowledge and research with management and staff in order to serve well the students and the institution Participates in approved professional development activities in coordination with supervisor Ensures area policies and procedures are current and accurate Supports financial aid outreach events, ensuring delivered information and question responses are accurate, timely, complete, and professional Maintains professional appearance and demeanor, including when engaging students, families, colleagues, and members of the public Collaborates with other employees on office committees regarding policy, procedures, and training opportunities Assists in training new employees (permanent and temporary, including interns and graduate assistants), as needed

SUPERVISION

AND

MANAGEMENT

Effectively supervises and manages staff within areas of responsibilities; monitors and ensures overall office operations are functional, accessible, efficient, compliant, and free of conflicts of interest Effectively manages priorities and situations affecting programs and operations; Communicates appropriate and timely status updates regarding the designated programs; advises management of anomalies, trends, or patterns affecting student and program eligibility Directs timely and accurate completion of workload, including efficient monitoring and distribution of workload; proactively coordinates with colleagues and managers to ensure effective office-wide coordination and delivery of processing, services, and outreach activities Routinely and thoroughly reviews, and/or assigns for review, output and reports for accuracy and compliance Establishes (and monitors) effective timelines/calendars for projects/tasks Ensures communication of policies and procedures (including rights and responsibilities) to students, families, and colleagues occurs in an accurate, timely, effective, thorough, equitable, and inclusive manner Routinely informs supervisor and senior management team of status updates regarding the designated programs/processes; advises management of anomalies, trends, or patterns affecting student and program eligibility As needed, serves on and/or oversees various office committees, which may include such functions as communications plan, appeals processes, outreach, personnel, forms and publications, etc.; position may also be asked to serve on Enrollment Management and/or University committees Maintains effective working relationships and serves as a resource regarding scholarship and financial aid issues, policies, and procedures Assesses needs for training and professional development for staff supervised; ensures and supports effective training and professional development of staff Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Executive Director, including providing assistance in other areas within UOSFA during peak or seasonal periods for processing and service
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field plus two years of related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.



Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Prefer previous work experience in a higher education setting. Also preferred is the ability to effectively manage complex programs and regulations/policies, as well as the demonstrated ability to work with and serve well all students who apply for and are qualified to participate in postsecondary education.

Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.



The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.



All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu



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Posting Specific Questions

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
+ Yes
+ No
How many years of related work experience do you have:
+ Less than 1 year
+ 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
+ 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
+ 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
+ 6 years or more

Applicant Documents

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Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only

Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only

Open Date

12/03/2025

Requisition Number

PRN43734B

Job Title

Manager, Program

Working Title

Asst Dir, Departmental & External Scholarships

Career Progression Track

D

Track Level

FLSA Code

Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Standard Hours per Week

40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday thru Friday; 8:00 - 5:00 with some weekend and evening work as necessary

VP Area

Academic Affairs

Department

00294 - Financial Aid

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$55,000 to $56,798

Close Date

03/03/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)