Awards Coordinator

Weekly Work
Hours
40

Compensation Range
Staff Range N05 Hourly

Hourly Rate
$26.22
Hourly

FLSA
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Position Type
Staff

Position
Summary

Responsible for the coordination of awards programming and packaging for the Financial Aid Department. Assist
students at Dallas College in all aspects of the financial aid process and help ensure the institution receives financial aid funds in a
timely fashion.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the purpose of community
  colleges and the vision of Dallas College.
• Experience in operational planning, policy development, and outcome/needs assessment for
  financial aid processing and award packaging.
• Ability to interpret, understand and apply comprehensive knowledge of innovative
  technology platforms related to and in support of the holistic student experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal financial programs
  and supporting regulations.
• Ability to identify and address opportunities and challenges that arise as a result of Dallas College’s
  current transition.
• Ability to balance an analytical mind and a compassionate heart.
• Strong belief in the value of education
  coupled with the ability to manage structured regulatory requirements alongside the personal, human-centered experience.
• Possess a
  professional and collaborative demeanor.
• A personality that has the ability to address and resolve conflicts with integrity and
  compassion, and that can actively develop effective relationships at all levels.
• Ability to think critically by applying problem
  solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately.
• An understanding of
  contemporary issues in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students/employees (whichever applicable)
  from the full range of populations.
• Ability to identify, address, and collaborate with other team members on solutions to barriers
  preventing a significant portion of our population from having a job that pays a living wage.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the
  ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, complex ideas, and information to a variety of stakeholders/constituents within
  the Dallas College community network related to career and academic requirements.
• Ability to provide excellent customer
  service.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions are performed within a standard office environment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and
responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Official transcripts
  required.
• Two (2) years of experience in a higher education setting with demonstrated experience in financial aid directly related
  to financial aid counseling, eligibility determination, needs analysis, verification, and packaging required.
• Ability to work
  extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. workday especially during heavy registration peak times including nights and
  weekends.
• A current and valid Texas driver’s license is required.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills preferred.

***
Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Key
Responsibilities

• Conducts needs analysis in compliance with federal criteria to determine the relative eligibility of each
  financial aid applicant.
• Conducts verification of student and parent application data in compliance with federal
  criteria.
• Determines the types and amounts of financial aid to be awarded through the packaging process according to federal, state,
  and institutional requirements.
• Demonstrated success working with diverse communities.
• Monitors individual student
  awards.
• Resolves data conflicts and over awards.
• Utilizes professional judgment on an individual basis to adjust a student’s
  eligibility based on documented mitigating circumstances in accordance with federal statutes.
• Provides financial aid counseling to
  students and parents regarding all aspects of the financial aid process. Make necessary referrals to other student service
  offices.
• Provides support to students experiencing family, personal or economic crises which may impact school performance. Specific
  focus on working with special needs populations to identify unique needs and coordinate appropriate services.
• Monitors and evaluates
  satisfactory academic progress of students.
• May adjudicate student appeals relating to academic progress.

• Supports
  financial aid training and information workshops, continuously incorporating changing regulations and procedures, workshop settings include
  but are limited to: counseling/advising sessions, college success classes, high school college nights, early awareness programs, at-risk
  youth programs, and financial aid application sessions.
• Serves as a campus/community resource for dissemination of financial aid
  information.
• Interacts with appropriate outside entities to facilitate the student eligibility process or to conduct the duties
  associated with an assigned area of specialization.
• Participates in the development of institutional financial aid policies and
  procedures that will positively impact efficiency and quality of service provided.
• Maintains appropriate database systems and
  generates reports.
• Participates in annual training and professional organizations to keep abreast of new information and program
  changes to be implemented.
• Deploy data-informed and results oriented financial aid programs (i.e., reduction of student default
  rate).
• Utilize technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports and communicate with others.
• Interpret,
  articulate, and implement a variety of regulations, guidelines, and procedures to ensure compliance with Dallas College, state, and federal
  requirements.
• Prepares reports, proposals, and recommendations for overall programs; keeps detailed records of assigned
  activities.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Performs other
  duties as assigned.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and
responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and
responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented
in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas
College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses
located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a
leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating
an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse
talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and
employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin,
sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under
applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’
religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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Applications
Deadline
February 23, 2026