Student Financial Aid Manager (State Programs)

🇺🇸 Gainesville, Florida 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $57K 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ September 3rd, 2026

Financial Aid Compliance Higher Ed

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring a Student Financial Aid Manager (State Programs). This role oversees Florida Bright Futures and other state aid programs within the Office for Student Financial Aid and Scholarships, managing eligibility, fund reconciliation, and compliance activities. The manager also supervises a team of financial aid coordinators and leads the administration of institutional scholarships, the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholarship, and National Merit awards.

Highlights

Administer Florida Bright Futures and other State of Florida aid programs.
Determine eligibility, awarding criteria, and program procedures for state aid.
Manage fund reconciliation and compliance activities.
Oversee awarding and renewal of institutional scholarships, waivers, and fellowships.
Administer the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholarship program.
Supervise and develop a team of financial aid coordinators.
Coordinate programs such as Brecht, United World College, National Merit, and AmeriCorps.
Base salary of $57,000 annually plus health, dental, and vision insurance and state retirement benefits.
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.