About the role#
The University of Florida is hiring a Student Financial Aid Coordinator II to oversee state-funded scholarships and grants, including programs like Florida Bright Futures. This role focuses on managing disbursements, maintaining accurate reporting, and ensuring the university remains compliant with state regulations.
What you'll do#
- Lead processes for Florida-funded scholarships and grants, covering eligibility, selection, and fiscal management.
- Interpret and apply state aid policies.
- Develop procedures to improve program compliance and efficiency.
- Coordinate the awarding and timely disbursement of state financial aid.
- Use professional judgment to make eligibility decisions.
- Serve as the primary university contact for the Florida Office of Student Financial Assistance.
- Handle reporting and reconciliation tasks for state aid programs.
- Monitor fund disbursements and returns to ensure accurate data submission.
- Support the manager with additional aid programs and participate in professional development presentations.
What you'll need#
- A master's degree in an appropriate area, or a bachelor's degree with two years of relevant experience.
- Experience in student financial aid is preferred.
- Ability to work accurately with high attention to detail.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Gainesville, Florida.
- The salary is $47,500 annually.
- Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, state retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition assistance.
- The university is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
About University of Florida
The University of Florida is a public research university based in Gainesville. It operates as a land-grant institution with a focus on education, research, and innovation. Founded in 1853, the school serves as the oldest and largest university in the state. It maintains a diverse range of academic programs and employs over 31,000 staff members.
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