Associate Director, Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $80K 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ February 14th, 2026

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The University of Florida is hiring an Associate Director, Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships. This role provides strategic leadership and oversight for compliance of federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs by interpreting regulations, guiding implementation, overseeing quality assurance, and maintaining audit readiness.

Highlights

Lead compliance activities across multiple financial aid programs and ensure adherence to evolving regulatory requirements.
Translate complex financial aid regulations into clear and actionable operational processes.
Manage development, maintenance, and communication of compliance policies, procedures, and job aids.
Oversee compliance calendars and reporting to ensure timely submission and monitor potential risks.
Design and administer internal quality assurance, including file reviews and root-cause analyses.
Participate in leadership discussions and represent the university in professional compliance settings.
Required qualifications: Master's degree with 4 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree with 6 years of relevant experience.
Preferred experience includes financial aid administration, compliance oversight, managing time-sensitive initiatives, and strong analytical and communication skills.
Annual salary is $80,000 with additional benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, state retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, and loan forgiveness eligibility.
Supports institutional enrollment strategies to promote student recruitment, retention, and success.