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University of Kentucky

Financial Aid Coordinator

🇺🇸 Lexington, KY

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $19 - $31 per Hour

💻 Financial Aid

🗓️ June 6th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Kentucky is hiring a Financial Aid Coordinator. This role involves providing administrative and compliance support to the Associate Director of Funds Management and Deputy Director by managing day-to-day operations and program management duties for Federal Work Study and State Aid Programs. The position also requires coordinating system/operation processes and assisting with special projects to ensure compliance and proper administration of federal and state aid programs. 

Highlights

  • Manages day-to-day business operations in the financial aid office.
  • Coordinates Federal Work Study and State Aid programs.
  • Supports special projects within the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships (OSFAS).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years relevant experience.
  • Salary ranges from $19.18 to $30.68 per hour.
  • Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree, 5 years of experience, and NASFAA Credentials.
  • Knowledge of Title IV regulations is essential.

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Financial Aid Coordinator
Posting Details
 Posting Details 
Job Title  | Financial Aid Coordinator
Requisition Number  | RE50548
Working Title  | Financial Aid Funds Management Coordinator
Department Name  | 1B530:Student Financial Aid
Work Location  | Lexington, KY
Grade Level  | 43
Salary Range  | $19.18-30.68/hour
Type of Position  | Staff
Position Time Status  | Full-Time
Required Education  | BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:  | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience  | 3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification  | None
Physical Requirements  | Long periods of desk and computer work
Shift  | Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (40 hours/week)
Job Summary  | This position provides administrative and compliance support to the Associate Director of Funds Management and Deputy Director positions managing day to-day business operations. This position also coordinates system/operation processes, has responsibility for program management duties for Federal Work Study and State Aid Programs. As needed, provides support with special projects within OSFAS. These duties are essential for compliance and administration of federal and state aid programs.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities  | Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Knowledgeable of Title IV regulations.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?  | No
Preferred Education/Experience  | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 5 years of experience working in a college or university financial aid office. Earned NASFAA Credentials.
Deadline to Apply  | 06/19/2025
Our University Community  | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have NASFAA Credentials? 
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Please describe your experience and knowledge of Title IV regulation. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  3. * Please describe your experience with office operations. 
    (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

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