Student Financial Aid Coordinator ; Federal Programs

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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Academic Advising/Support, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Student Services
Department:  - EM-STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ADMIN

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Job Description:

The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships is currently seeking an organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Financial Aid Coordinator I. In this role, you will be responsible for verifying and awarding financial aid programs, including evaluating loan eligibility for Federal Direct Loan borrowers who are near or at their maximum limits. You will help ensure that students have access to the resources they need to succeed.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent organizational and communication skills and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Analyzing reports for the Alternative Educational Loan program.
• Monitoring automated processing of loans.
• Assisting in manual adjustments to financial aid packages.
• Communicating with borrowers and lenders to resolve discrepancies as necessary.

• Determining award eligibility based on enrollment status and cost of attendance.
• Calculating loan awards based on academic level and dependency status.
• Assessing eligibility for borrowers nearing or at loan maximums.
• Providing operational support to the Manager in reviewing student awards for eligibility.

• Corresponding with students within Gator
  360 CRM about required information.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by the Manager.

$43,888 annually

• 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

Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

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

• Resume
• List of References

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

Health Assessment

Required:

No

Advertised: 08 Dec 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 04 Jan 2026 Eastern Standard Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.