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 (approx. 22 vacation, 13

Paid holidays (11)

Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Ed. Pr

PSLF Eligible Employer

Job summary

The University of Florida in Gainesville is hiring a Student Financial Aid Coordinator II to oversee state-funded scholarships and grants such as Florida Bright Futures, manage disbursements, ensure accurate reporting, and stay compliant with state rules.

Key duties include leading Florida-funded scholarship processes, applying state aid policies, coordinating awarding and disbursement, and preparing required reporting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an appropriate area or a bachelor's with two years' relevant experience.
• Student Financial Aid experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Florida-funded scholarships and grants, including eligibility and fiscal management.
• Coordinate awarding and disbursement of state financial aid.
• Handle reporting and reconciliation for state aid programs.
• Assist with additional aid programs and professional development.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in an appropriate area

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Classification Minimum Requirements

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

Classification Title

Student Financial Aid CRD II

Classification Minimum Requirements

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.

Expected Salary

$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

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

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred

• Student Financial Aid experience
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately with attention to detail
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency, including Excel

Health Assessment Required: No