Athletic Aid Certification Specialist

Job Description

Job Summary:

Responsible for determining that the financial aid a student-athlete is being offered is within the maximum limits and award criteria allowed, and when required will process reductions of athletic GIA (Grant-In-Aid) as needed to stay within allowable limits. Assist the Assistant Registrar with the required Reduction and Non- Renewal notifications from the Office of Financial Support & Scholarships, including creating and proofing the letters and appeal information being sent. Responsible for processing the approved Athletic GIA scholarships, including the actual award entry into the PeopleSoft system, and reviewing the automatic adjustments of federal and institutional aid to keep within federal and institutional guidelines. This position will assist with reconciling awards and scholarships entered and awards and scholarships disbursed to Student Accounts. Work cooperatively with members of the UNO Compliance Department in Athletics and the Faculty Athletic Representative to assure a consistent shared database of information and to assist in any NCAA or Summit League inquiry. Review and prepare data needed for any NCAA or conference audit. This position will also complete various projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 2 years administrative experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience evaluating information to determine compliance with written standards, rules, regulations and procedures

Job Description

Job Summary:

Responsible for determining that the financial aid a student-athlete is being offered is within the maximum limits and award criteria allowed, and when required will process reductions of athletic GIA (Grant-In-Aid) as needed to stay within allowable limits. Assist the Assistant Registrar with the required Reduction and Non- Renewal notifications from the Office of Financial Support & Scholarships, including creating and proofing the letters and appeal information being sent. Responsible for processing the approved Athletic GIA scholarships, including the actual award entry into the PeopleSoft system, and reviewing the automatic adjustments of federal and institutional aid to keep within federal and institutional guidelines. This position will assist with reconciling awards and scholarships entered and awards and scholarships disbursed to Student Accounts. Work cooperatively with members of the UNO Compliance Department in Athletics and the Faculty Athletic Representative to assure a consistent shared database of information and to assist in any NCAA or Summit League inquiry. Review and prepare data needed for any NCAA or conference audit. This position will also complete various projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 2 years administrative experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience evaluating information to determine compliance with written standards, rules, regulations and procedures
• Experience communicating successfully and diplomatically with others in work-related situations
• Knowledge of NCAA rules or other comparable complex rules
• University experience working in admissions, registration and records, scholarships and financial aid, or other comparable work area
• Knowledge of computerized student/personnel information system.

Compliance Requirements:

• Background check
• Credit check

About Us:

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.

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Req Id:  914

Campus Name:  University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO)

Org Unit:  Ofc of Financial Support/Scholarship UNO

Job Location:  Omaha, NE 68182

Application Review Date:  9/18/25

Open Until Filled:  Yes

Advertised Salary:  $40,000 - $44,000

Job Type:  Full-Time

Worksite Eligibility:  On-site

Benefits Eligible:  Yes

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