Job Details

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

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 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.

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. It manages relationships with the Student Financial Aid Office, sets up new scholarships in AcademicWorks, advertises scholarships to students, and manages the scholarship selection process ensuring compliance with MOUs, donor agreements, and UNT policy. The role also processes scholarship awards and 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, adjust to constant changes, handle multiple tasks, and coordinate the work of others


• Ability to keep complex records, assemble and organize data of complex nature, and 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, and updates departments as necessary


• Manages scholarship selection process, 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, and submits awards and waivers to Student Financial Aid Office


• Manages scholarship information requests and 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 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, 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.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Administrative

Industries

Higher Education