Student Financial Aid Coordinator II; Scholarships

Overview

Apply now. Job no: 538637. Work type:
Staff Full-Time.

Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL). Categories:
Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Student Services. Department:  - EM-STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ADMIN.

Classification

Title:

Masteror Masters or a bacheloror Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area with two years of relevant experience.

The University of Florida is hiring a Student Financial Aid Coordinator II to assist with the coordination of all aspects of scholarship operations, including setup, maintenance, and reconciliation. This role involves managing scholarship data, collaborating with the Financial Aid Manager to administer scholarship programs, and contributing to process improvements.

• Manage and coordinate scholarship data, including setup, maintenance, and reconciliation.
• Review and evaluate student financial aid applications for eligibility and award decision-making.
• Process scholarship-related documents and assist with data tracking and reporting.
• Collaborate with the Financial Aid Manager to provide training and support to campus stakeholders on scholarship processes.
• Serve as a primary resource for faculty, advisors, and administrative teams, helping them support students with scholarship opportunities.
• Coordinate with campus departments to distribute scholarship information and support scholarship outreach efforts.

• Ensure scholarship-related data is accurate, up-to-date, and that all necessary reports and documentation are completed.
• Assess current scholarship operations and recommend procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Contribute to the development of processes that improve scholarship administration.

• Provide exceptional customer service to students, families, and other stakeholders.
• Represent the Financial Aid office at campus events and outreach activities.
• Stay current on financial aid and scholarship regulations and best practices.
• Occasionally travel to attend relevant conferences, professional development workshops, and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum:
Masteror Masters degree in an appropriate area; or a bacheloror Bacheloror degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

• Student Financial Aid experience preferred
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

• 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

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants must upload the following documents to be considered for the position:

• Resume
• List of References

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment

Required:

No

Advertised: 03 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time. Applications close: 17 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.