Student Financial Services Specialist (On-site)

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. The full salary range for this position is Step 1: $26.48/hr - $36.36/hr. The hourly range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is Step 1: $26.48/hr.

This posting will remain open until filled with initial applicant review expected to be on or around March 13, 2026.

This union position is represented by the bargaining unit Clerical & Allied Services - CX Teamsters Local 2010.

Remote/Hybrid eligibility: This position is fully on-site.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

This position provides student financial services for graduate education within the Graduate Division. Under direct supervision of the unit Manager, this position applies financial student services policies and procedures, practices, and concepts to resolve routine financial services, issues, and/or customer inquiries. The range of activities includes, but is not limited to, one-time lump-sum fellowships, monthly fellowship stipends, tuition & fee coverage fellowships, and/or academic student employment-related tuition & fee remissions. This position will work on common and/or routine problems of limited scope with a moderate level of review. This position will utilize various information systems to accomplish their tasks, including the student information system (Banner), payroll system (UCPATH), Graduate & Lecturer Academic Appointment System (GLAAS), graduate admission application system (Slate), as well as custom Excel spreadsheets associated with fee remissions and fellowship awards. Contacts are mostly internal with some external.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides support in administering common financial packages for lump-sum fellowships, monthly fellowship stipends, tuition & fee coverage fellowships, and/or academic student employment-related tuition & fee remissions. Performs basic preparation and processing of graduate student financial support. Uses various information systems to accomplish their tasks, including the student information system (Banner), payroll system (UCPATH), Graduate & Lecturer Academic Appointment System (GLAAS), graduate admission application system (Slate), graduate fellowship application system (SLATE) as well as custom Excel spreadsheets associated with fee remissions and fellowship awards.

• Coordinate and/or monitor the reviews and processes of student fellowships and other graduate student financial awards. Reviews and processes academic student employment related tuition & fee remissions; effectively address external inquiries related to student fellowships and remissions.

• Assists in monitoring Graduate Division internal graduate student financial support budget allocations, including University Student Aid Program (USAP), which is budgeted at over five million dollars alone, and ensure compliance, accuracy, and effective management of such funds. Assist with account reconciliations and research and resolves discrepancies in financial data. Processes basic/

  routine financial transactions for review or approval by others.

• Follows procedures to ensure internal controls are maintained to protect University resources. Assesses compliance with regulatory agencies and internal policies

• Other duties as assigned critical to the Graduate Division programs and strategic initiatives.

EDUCATION and REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree From an accredited university in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management, Economics, or a related field.

• One (1) year of directly related, progressively responsible experience or five years of equivalent experience/training. A master's degree is preferred but may not substitute the required year of experience.

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Basic knowledge of financial or accounting concepts, processes and procedures.

• Strong knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems.

• Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software.

• Interpersonal skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, effective verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills.

• Ability to function effectively as a member of a team.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Preferred

• Basic knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Preferred

Background check required.

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/