Student Financial Aid Coordinator I (Federal Programs - Loans)

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

State Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, &

Holidays

Tuition Assistance (UF Employee教育)

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The University of Florida's Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships seeks a Financial Aid Coordinator I to verify and award financial aid, including Federal Direct Loans, and manage loan eligibility. This role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and strong organizational and communication skills.

Located on Main Campus in Gainesville, this full-time position offers benefits. Join a dedicated team supporting UF students and contribute to accurate and timely disbursements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with student financial aid preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and process federal loan programs and reports.
• Assess loan eligibility based on enrollment status and cost of attendance.
• Communicate with borrowers and lenders to resolve discrepancies.
• Provide operational support and review student awards for eligibility.
• Correspond with students using Gator360 CRM to request information.

Skills

Prior student financial aid experience

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Gator360 CRM

Job description

Student Financial Aid Coordinator I (Federal Programs - Loans)

Job No: 541838

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Student Services

Department: 03060000 - EM-STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ADMIN

Job Description

Classification Title: Student Financial Aid CRD I

Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships is currently seeking an organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Financial Aid Coordinator I. In this role, you will be responsible for verifying and awarding financial aid programs, including evaluating loan eligibility for Federal Direct Loan borrowers who are near or at their maximum limits. You will help ensure that students have access to the resources they need to succeed.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Monitoring and Processing Federal Loan Programs

• Analyzing reports for the Alternative Educational Loan program.
• Monitoring automated processing of loans.
• Assisting in manual adjustments to financial aid packages.
• Communicating with borrowers and lenders to resolve discrepancies as necessary.

Evaluating Loans

• Determining award eligibility based on enrollment status and cost of attendance.
• Calculating loan awards based on academic level and dependency status.
• Assessing eligibility for borrowers nearing or at loan maximums.
• Providing operational support to the Manager in reviewing student awards for eligibility.

Other Duties

• Corresponding with students within Gator360 CRM about required information.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by the Manager.

Expected Salary: $43,888 annually

In addition, UF offers the following exceptional benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually)
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

For more information on benefits, please visit HR Benefits and Rewards (ufl.edu)

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Prior student financial aid experience
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Health Assessment Required: No

Applications Close

10 November 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.