Student Financial Aid Coordinator III (College of Veterinary Medicine)
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
Student Financial Aid Coordinator III (College of Veterinary Medicine)
Job No:
538982
Work Type:
Full Time
Location:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:
Business/Accounting/Finance, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department:
03060000 - EM-STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ADMIN
Classification Title:
Student Financial Aid CRD III
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.
The University of Florida is looking for a Student Financial Aid Coordinator III to administer financial aid services for students in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM). In this role, you will manage complex financial aid processing, oversee scholarship administration, collaborate with academic and administrative partners, and provide high‑quality advising to support the success of current and prospective CVM students.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Student Advising, Outreach, and Engagement
Provide comprehensive advising to prospective and current CVM students through in‑person, virtual, phone, and email appointments.
Conduct financial aid presentations and orientations for prospective, new, and continuing CVM students.
Offer financial literacy, wellness, and debt‑management counseling tailored to veterinary medicine programs.
Respond to student inquiries with professionalism and a strong customer‑service approach.
Serve as a liaison between CVM students and the University Bursar and Registrar regarding disbursement, billing, and enrollment requirements.
Financial Aid Administration
Coordinate and monitor financial aid processing for CVM students using financial aid systems and a working knowledge of federal and institutional regulations.
Review weekly loan processing reports, perform complex spreadsheet‑based calculations, and assist with federal loan start‑up testing.
Award and monitor SFA‑administered grants and federal Title VII funds to ensure compliant and efficient utilization.
Provide FERPA‑compliant financial aid information to college leadership and development offices and complete required surveys and reports.
Scholarship Management
Work closely with the Assistant Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, Assistant Dean of Admissions and Student Success, the CVM Awards and Scholarships Committee, the Financial Office, and Advancement to support effective scholarship administration.
Manage the annual scholarship cycle, including nomination and application processes, eligibility verification, criteria checks, and documentation.
Maintain detailed scholarship records, reconcile monthly ledgers, analyze fund availability and long‑term usage trends, and provide monthly updates to the Dean's Office.
Advise students on scholarship and loan opportunities and respond to audit inquiries from main campus.
Program Support
Develop annual cost‑of‑attendance budgets for CVM programs and ensure accurate data entry in financial aid systems.
Evaluate private loan requests and publicize scholarship and loan opportunities through email, web updates, and presentations.
Serve on the CVM Financial Aid Awards and Scholarship Committee and provide financial‑need information for scholarship selections.
Collaborate on financial and career education programming, conduct semesterly Satisfactory Academic Progress reviews, and support major CVM events such as the Senior Awards Ceremony.
Other Duties
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Travel occasionally for presentations or professional development.
Operate a state vehicle for outreach and conference travel as needed.
Expected Salary:
$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
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience. Valid Driver's License.
Preferred
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Knowledge of rules and regulations governing financial aid programs
Knowledge and understanding of institutional goals and how financial aid administration decisions impact those goals
Strong attention to detail
Microsoft Office proficiency, including Excel
Student financial aid and loan counseling experience preferred
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants must upload the following documents to be considered for the position:
Cover Letter
Resume
List of References
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close:
10 May 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538982
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Job No:
538982
Work Type:
Full Time
Location:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:
Business/Accounting/Finance, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department:
03060000 - EM-STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ADMIN
Classification Title:
Student Financial Aid CRD III
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.
The University of Florida is looking for a Student Financial Aid Coordinator III to administer financial aid services for students in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM). In this role, you will manage complex financial aid processing, oversee scholarship administration, collaborate with academic and administrative partners, and provide high‑quality advising to support the success of current and prospective CVM students.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Student Advising, Outreach, and Engagement
Provide comprehensive advising to prospective and current CVM students through in‑person, virtual, phone, and email appointments.
Conduct financial aid presentations and orientations for prospective, new, and continuing CVM students.
Offer financial literacy, wellness, and debt‑management counseling tailored to veterinary medicine programs.
Respond to student inquiries with professionalism and a strong customer‑service approach.
Serve as a liaison between CVM students and the University Bursar and Registrar regarding disbursement, billing, and enrollment requirements.
Financial Aid Administration
Coordinate and monitor financial aid processing for CVM students using financial aid systems and a working knowledge of federal and institutional regulations.
Review weekly loan processing reports, perform complex spreadsheet‑based calculations, and assist with federal loan start‑up testing.
Award and monitor SFA‑administered grants and federal Title VII funds to ensure compliant and efficient utilization.
Provide FERPA‑compliant financial aid information to college leadership and development offices and complete required surveys and reports.
Scholarship Management
Work closely with the Assistant Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, Assistant Dean of Admissions and Student Success, the CVM Awards and Scholarships Committee, the Financial Office, and Advancement to support effective scholarship administration.
Manage the annual scholarship cycle, including nomination and application processes, eligibility verification, criteria checks, and documentation.
Maintain detailed scholarship records, reconcile monthly ledgers, analyze fund availability and long‑term usage trends, and provide monthly updates to the Dean's Office.
Advise students on scholarship and loan opportunities and respond to audit inquiries from main campus.
Program Support
Develop annual cost‑of‑attendance budgets for CVM programs and ensure accurate data entry in financial aid systems.
Evaluate private loan requests and publicize scholarship and loan opportunities through email, web updates, and presentations.
Serve on the CVM Financial Aid Awards and Scholarship Committee and provide financial‑need information for scholarship selections.
Collaborate on financial and career education programming, conduct semesterly Satisfactory Academic Progress reviews, and support major CVM events such as the Senior Awards Ceremony.
Other Duties
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Travel occasionally for presentations or professional development.
Operate a state vehicle for outreach and conference travel as needed.
Expected Salary:
$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
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience. Valid Driver's License.
Preferred
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Knowledge of rules and regulations governing financial aid programs
Knowledge and understanding of institutional goals and how financial aid administration decisions impact those goals
Strong attention to detail
Microsoft Office proficiency, including Excel
Student financial aid and loan counseling experience preferred
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants must upload the following documents to be considered for the position:
Cover Letter
Resume
List of References
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close:
10 May 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538982
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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