Natalie M. Garrett
Manchaca
Summary
Dedicated financial aid professional with a strong background in project management and regulatory compliance. Successfully oversees financial aid operations, ensuring adherence to federal regulations while maintaining minimal audit findings. Committed to providing exceptional student support and guidance in navigating financial aid options.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Financial Aid Advisor, Processing
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Austin
05.2024 - Current
- Reviewed and verified eligibility for various financial aid programs.
- Advised students on financial aid options and application procedures.
- Managed student records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Coordinated with other departments in order to resolve any outstanding issues related to financial aid awards.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders about Financial Aid services.
- Reviewed and processed financial aid applications to determine eligibility for federal, state, and institutional funds.
- Advised students on budgeting, debt management, and other personal finance topics.
Concession Manager / Volunteer Coordinator
Manchaca Optimist Youth Sports Complex (MOYSC)
Manchaca
01.2021 - Current
- Managed all duties associated with the Concession Stand and hosting Ballfield tournaments including but not limited to purchasing, stocking, pricing, scheduling volunteers and workers, and all associated monetary aspects.
- Managed up to 10 employees each season
- Managed Spring Fundraiser ticket distribution and sales as well as trophies for Complex with over 1400 youth players.
Manager of Financial Aid
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
Austin
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Solely oversaw financial aid operations and compliance with federal regulations.
- Managed annual budget planning for financial aid programs and resources.
- conducted Financial Aid audits and VA Audit with minimal findings
- Headed HEERF Grant for students in need during COVID
Interim Financial Aid Manager
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
Austin
07.2022 - 06.2023
Student Services Finance Coordinator
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
Austin
06.2019 - 07.2022
Receptionist
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
Austin
09.2018 - 06.2019
Kitchen Helper, Relief teacher
Smith Academy
Austin
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Private School
Legal Secretary III
Texas Department of Insurance
Austin
01.1990 - 01.2003
- Workers' Compensation Division (formerly Texas Workers' Compensation Commission)
Education
basic core courses
Austin Community College
Austin, Texas01-1988
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Budgeting
- Audit Completion
- Project management
- Account reconciliation
- Administrative Support
- Scheduling
- Executive Office Management
- Travel management
- Record management
- Data Entry
- High Level Customer Service
- Attention to detail
- Supervisory
- Resilient and always positive
Volunteer Experience
Manchaca Optimist Youth Sports Complex (MOYSC), Manchaca, TX, 01/01/06, 12/31/18, True, Concession Manager / Volunteer Coordinator, Responsible for all duties associated with the Concession Stand and hosting Ballfield tournaments including, but not limited to purchasing, stocking, pricing, scheduling volunteers, and all monetary aspects associated with same. In charge of Spring Fundraiser ticket distribution and sales as well as trophies for Complex with over 1400 youth players.
Timeline
Sr. Financial Aid Advisor, Processing
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
05.2024 - Current
Manager of Financial Aid
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
06.2023 - 05.2024
Interim Financial Aid Manager
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
07.2022 - 06.2023
Concession Manager / Volunteer Coordinator
Manchaca Optimist Youth Sports Complex (MOYSC)
01.2021 - Current
Student Services Finance Coordinator
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
06.2019 - 07.2022
Receptionist
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
09.2018 - 06.2019
Kitchen Helper, Relief teacher
Smith Academy
06.2016 - 09.2018
Legal Secretary III
Texas Department of Insurance
01.1990 - 01.2003
basic core courses
Austin Community College