Student Financial Aid Coordinator II (Scholarships)

Scholarships • Gainesville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Florida is seeking a Student Financial Aid Coordinator II to join the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships within the Division of Enrollment Management. This role is crucial for supporting and coordinating scholarship operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing scholarship data and processes, collaborating with various campus partners, and assisting students and their families in navigating the financial aid and scholarship application process.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to exercise responsible professional judgment in evaluating unique circumstances
• Student financial aid experience
• Knowledge of rules and regulations governing financial aid programs
• Ability to effectively and comfortably present information to audiences
• Microsoft Office suite proficiency

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all aspects of scholarship data, including setup, maintenance, reconciliation, and updates.
• Review and process scholarship applications and related documentation.
• Evaluate student financial aid applications for eligibility and award decisions, applying professional judgment based on financial need, academic merit, and program eligibility.
• Ensure scholarship awarding and administration comply with federal, state, and university regulations.
• Monitor scholarship compliance requirements and support reconciliation and audit processes.
• Track scholarship data and contribute to required reports and documentation.
• Collaborate with the Financial Aid Manager to support the effective administration of scholarship programs.
• Serve as a primary resource for faculty, advisors, and administrative partners on scholarship processes, eligibility requirements, awarding guidelines, and timelines.
• Provide training and guidance to campus stakeholders on scholarship systems and procedures.
• Support students and parents by providing clear, accurate information regarding scholarships and the broader financial aid process.
• Partner with campus departments to distribute scholarship information and support outreach efforts for prospective and current students.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of scholarship administration processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery.
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend or implement new procedures and workflows.
• Work closely with the scholarship management team to ensure scholarship-related data is accurate, current, and consistently maintained.
• Support timely completion of reports, documentation, and internal controls related to scholarship operations.
• Participate in recruitment, yield, and outreach events.
• Travel on occasion to attend professional development workshops, trainings, and conferences to remain current on financial aid and scholarship best practices.
• Deliver financial aid and scholarship presentations and represent the office at events and meetings as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees