Student Financial Aid Coordinator II (State Programs)

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

State Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, ė

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a Student Financial Aid Coordinator II to oversee state-funded scholarships and grants such as Florida Bright Futures. The role includes managing disbursements, ensuring accurate reporting, and staying compliant with state regulations.

Key responsibilities include state program oversight, awarding and timely disbursement of state financial aid, and comprehensive reporting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or bachelor's with 2 years relevant experience.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• State program oversight for Florida-funded scholarships and grants, including eligibility and fiscal management.
• Coordinate awarding and timely disbursement of state financial aid.
• Handle reporting and reconciliation tasks for state aid programs; ensure accurate data submission.
• Support the Manager with additional aid programs and participate in professional development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience or Master's degree

Job description

Classification Title:

Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

Job Description:

The University of Florida is hiring a Student Financial Aid Coordinator II to oversee state-funded scholarships and grants such as Florida Bright Futures. This role involves managing disbursements, ensuring accurate reporting, and staying compliant with state rules.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

State Program Oversight

Lead all processes for Florida-funded scholarships and grants, including eligibility, selection, and fiscal management.

Interpret and apply state aid policies and regulations.

Develop and share procedures to ensure program compliance and efficiency.

Awarding & Disbursement

Coordinate the awarding and timely disbursement of state financial aid.

Use professional judgment in eligibility decisions.

Act as the University’s main contact for the Florida Office of Student Financial Assistance.

Reporting & Compliance

Handle all reporting and reconciliation tasks for state aid programs.

Ensure accurate data submission and monitor fund disbursement and returns to stay compliant.

Additional Duties

• Support the Manger with additional aid programs.

Participate in financial aid presentations and professional development.

Perform other tasks as assigned.

$47,500 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

Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

Preferred:

Demonstrated ability to work accurately with attention to detail

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.