Student Financial Aid Manager; State Programs

Job no: 541168
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

Classification

Title:

MGR, Academic Support Srvcs

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The University of Florida is seeking a Student Financial Aid Manager of State Programs to oversee the administration of institutional scholarships and State of Florida financial aid programs within the Office for Student Financial Aid and Scholarships. This position provides leadership for scholarship operations, supervises staff, manages funding and compliance activities, and helps ensure students receive the financial resources needed to achieve their academic goals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Administer Florida Bright Futures and other State of Florida aid programs.
• Determine eligibility, awarding criteria, and program procedures.
• Manage fund reconciliation and compliance activities.
• Test and maintain automated awarding processes.

• Oversee awarding and renewal of institutional scholarships, waivers, and fellowships.
• Manage all SFA-awarded scholarship programs.
• Assist with National Merit award administration and renewal.
• Coordinate programs such as Brecht, United World College, National Merit, and Ameri Corps.
• Oversee eligibility review, awarding, fund management, and reporting.

• Administer the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholarship program.
• Determine initial and renewal eligibility.
• Manage awarding of named scholarships and related program activities.

• Supervise and develop a team of financial aid coordinators.
• Oversee scholarship processing, student petitions, and record review.
• Provide guidance to staff and support operational effectiveness.
• Monitor workflow and ensure quality customer service.

• Support special projects and departmental initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

$57,000 annually

In addition, UF offers 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

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, attention to detail, and leadership skills
• Knowledge of rules and regulations governing financial aid programs
• Ability to exercise responsible professional judgment in evaluating unique circumstances
• Ability to speak comfortably before large groups

Advertised: 31 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 15 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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