Financial Aid Coordinator - Loans

University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Dependent Scholarships

13 Paid Holidays

Professional Development

Job summary

University of South Carolina (USC) in Columbia, SC seeks a Financial Aid Coordinator - Loans to manage Federal Direct loan programs and assist with professional judgment, eligibility, and reporting. You will work with a team to ensure accurate loan processing and student advisement during peak periods.

The role supports the OSFAS unit, requiring a bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years of experience, with strong confidentiality, communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience in financial aid programs preferred.
• Strong analytical and processing capabilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration of Federal Direct Student Loan Programs.
• Review COD reports, disbursement reports, and one-term loan processing.
• Provide advisement to students, parents, and other constituents during peak times.
• Participate in federal financial aid application review and processing including professional judgment, eligibility review and other aid-related responsibilities.
• Liaise between the Student Services area and Loan Services throughout the aid year.

Skills

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Communication

Diversity engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

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 December 6, 2026.

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

Health and Life Insurance

Dependent Scholarships

13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

Professional Development Opportunities

• Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 5:00pm and 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 STA00792PO26

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 Coordinator - Loans

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 and 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

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 Financial Aid Coordinator - Loans, serves as a member of the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships ( OSFAS ) Student Loan Unit. This position works with a team to administer Federal Direct Subsidized, Unsubsidized, Parent PLUS and Graduate PLUS Loans, along with Private Educational Loans. This includes general loan administration responsibilities along with reviewing COD reports, disbursement reports, and one-term loan processing. As a member of the professional staff, this position assists in the general student advisement service during peak times and assists in general federal financial aid application review and processing including professional judgment, eligibility review and other aid-related responsibilities.

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, and accounting experience.

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 judgements. The successful candidate will have to learn and maintain a working knowledge of the DL programs, COD system requirements and responsibilities, and the associated University financial aid policies and procedures.
• Able to work independently but within a highly integrated team that has service and responsible administration as its highest priorities.

Job Duties Job Duty Assists with the Administration of the Federal Direct Student Loan Programs. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty Assists with the administration of the state and Private Educational Loan Programs. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Participates in federal financial aid application review and processing including professional judgment, eligibility review and other aid-related responsibilities. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Assists students, parents, and other constituents via financial aid advisement during peak times of the year and acts a liaison between the Student Services Area and Loan Services throughout the aid year. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Assists with outreach activities and other office duties as needed. 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 2 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 10/22/2026 Job Close Date 12/06/2026 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 December 6, 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

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214846

EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * 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?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents