Student Financial Aid CRD II (Special 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

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

PSLF Eligible Employer

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a Student Financial Aid Coordinator II to manage the Return of Title IV funds and oversee recalculations in accordance with federal, state, and institutional regulations. This role collaborates with campus partners to ensure accurate financial aid administration and compliance.

Key responsibilities include administration of Title IV processes, policy interpretation, audits support, and participation in professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred for Bachelor’s degree route.
• Strong knowledge of financial aid rules and regulations.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate withdrawal and financial aid recalculations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.
• Collaborate with campus partners to support accurate financial aid administration.
• Coordinate and manage the Return of Title IV process.
• Monitor withdrawals and enrollment changes to recalculate aid eligibility.
• Review student records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support audits and maintain documentation for compliance.
• Lead or assist with special projects and process improvements.
• Represent the university at financial aid presentations, workshops, and conferences as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of financial aid rules

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Job no: 541901
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Student Services
Department: 03060000 - EM-STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ADMIN

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 looking for a Student Financial Aid Coordinator II to manage the Return of Title IV funds process within the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships. In this role, you will coordinate withdrawal and financial aid recalculations, ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, and collaborate with campus partners to support accurate financial aid administration.

Key responsibilities include:

Return of Title IV Administration

Coordinate and manage the Return of Title IV process, ensuring timely and accurate handling of student withdrawals and financial aid adjustments.

Monitor official and unofficial withdrawals, unsatisfactory grades, and enrollment changes to recalculate aid eligibility and process the return of federal and state funds.

Perform complex financial aid calculations and review student records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Serve as a subject-matter expert on withdrawal regulations, providing guidance and training to staff as needed.

Compliance & Program Oversight

Evaluate and interpret federal, state, and institutional regulations to ensure compliance with financial aid and withdrawal policies.

Support audits, monitor financial aid program requirements, and maintain documentation to support compliance efforts.

Identify potential compliance concerns and recommend policy, procedural, or operational improvements to senior administrators.

Partner with university departments to resolve withdrawal-related issues and ensure accurate processing of student financial aid.

Lead or assist with special projects, process improvement initiatives, and other assignments as directed.

Participate in professional development activities and represent the university at financial aid presentations, workshops, and conferences as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned

$47,500 annually

In addition, we offer 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:

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Knowledge of financial aid rules and regulations
• Understanding of institutional goals and how financial aid decisions support those goals
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 02 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 16 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.