Financial Aid Coord-Verfi

University of South Carolina

South Carolina

On-site

USD 45,000 - 66,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking a Program Coordinator in Enrollment Management to administer the federal Title IV verification and file review processes for FAFSA and related aid workflows. You will manage verification tasks, award reviews, and support advising for students throughout the aid process.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in financial aid or a closely related field, with strong organizational, analytical, and confidential

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2+ years of job related experience.
Experience in financial aid program administration with analytical abilities.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of records.
Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

Manage verification and file review processes for federal Title IV aid.
Assist with review and resolution of financial aid issues and awarding.
Coordinate policies and procedures for the Verification and Processing area.
Assist in training initiatives for verification and processing staff.
Provide limited general aid-related student counseling.

Education

Bachelor's degree

2+ years experience

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by November 29, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Professional Development Opportunities

Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.

Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 5:00pm; one hour for lunch.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Student Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Posting Summary Logo Posting Number STA00773PO26 Job Family Student Administrative Services Job Function Financial Aid USC Market Title Financial Aid Coordinator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133942 Job Level P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Financial Aid Coord-Verfi Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Enrollment Management Department EM Financial Aid and Scholarships State Pay Range G07 USC Market Range MRD - $45,181 $55,347 $65,512 Anticipated Hiring Range $45,181 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 5:00pm; one hour for lunch.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Student Services About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Veterans' Preference Statement The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. Position Description Advertised Job Summary The Program Coordinator is a member of the office team that is responsible for the administration and coordination of the federal Title IV verification and file review process associated with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA )) as well as the financial aid over award resolution process. The annual FAFSA volume currently exceeds 100,000 records for over 50,000 federal student aid applicants. The coordinator will manage or assist in the office processes related specifically to verification, processing, and file review. Finally the coordinator will participate in the office’s general student advisement services as well as aid application review, eligibility checks, analysis, follow-up, and awarding processes. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications

Experience in financial aid program administration along with analytical and

complex processing capabilities. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

The ability to work with and maintain the confidentiality of records.
The ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, communicate thoroughly and accurately with a diverse population, with colleagues, and with specific outside agencies.
The ability to make independent but accurate judgments.
The successful candidate will have to learn and maintain a working knowledge of the federal student aid verification and file review process, FAA Access to CPS system, and the associated University financial aid policies and procedures.
Should be able to work independently but within a highly integrated team that has service and responsible administration as its highest priorities.
Communicate thoroughly and accurately with a diverse population, with colleagues, and with specific outside agencies.
The employee should possess leadership capabilities, a high energy level, and a dedication to outstanding student service.

Job Duties Job Duty Manage or assist in the office processes related specifically to verification, financial aid over award resolution, processing, and file review. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty Assists with review and resolution of issues discovered via file review. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Provides support in reviewing and resolving financial aid records for students deemed independent by specified criteria other than age or program of study. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Shares responsibility for the organization and maintenance of comprehensive policies and procedures for the Verification and Processing area. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Assists in training initiatives for all verification and processing for all staff. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Participates in office’s application review, eligibility checks, analysis, follow- up, and awarding related processes as well as providing limited general aid related student counseling. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Shares the supervisory responsibilities students in the Verification and Processing area. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 10/15/2026 Job Close Date 11/29/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by November 29, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities

Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC . Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214528

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* Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
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