Financial Aid Coordinator II

Company: University of Central Florida
Location: Orlando
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Financial Aid Coordinator II


Job no: 502481

Work type: Administrative & Professional

Location: Main Campus (Orlando)

Categories: Student Development/Enrollment Services







Classification Title:


Financial Aid Coordinator II




Job Description:


This position coordinates the management of private, institutional (departmental and foundation-funded), and federal scholarships and waivers.

This position/classification may be moved at management's discretion within the SDES division to a commensurate level position as determined by the Vice President of Student Development and Enrollment Services or his/her designee.

Responsibilities for this position include:

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• Monitors the processing and maintenance of the scholarships awarded on the PeopleSoft system.
  
  
  
• Serves as point of contact for private scholarship donors who need invoicing, maintenance, award updates, and refunds.
  
  
  
• Supervises OPS staff involved in the coordination and communication of scholarships and campus based programs.
  
  
  
• Responsible for oversight of Honors Waivers. Back-up for entering the out of state waivers on the system and monitoring all awards.
  
  
  
• Ensures scholarship eligibility is met prior to disbursements of the awards. Evaluates and monitors quality assurance and compliance with regulations within PeopleSoft.
  
  
  
• Reviews renewal criteria of UCF scholarship recipients and follows up accordingly. Communicates appropriately to the students.
  
  
  
• Responsible for maintenance of the Charge On-15 grant, Black and Gold Scholarship and other campus based programs.
  
  
  
• Monitors and coordinates adjustments for over awards and overpayments within the PeopleSoft system. Works with private donors, UCF departments, and the UCF Foundation to ensure compliance and timely receipt of funds.
  
  
  
• Serves as backup for the other scholarship coordinators.
  
  
  
• Responsible for scholarship calendar of activities. This includes communications for the scholarship area.
  
  
  
• Coordinates with other staff the revision and establishment of business processes as needed within PeopleSoft and office management.
  
  
  
• Provides advice and counsel to students and parents on all aspects of the financial aid process.
  
  
  
• Attends meetings and workshops and maintains appropriate knowledge of federal, state, and institutional rules and regulations regarding financial aid.
  
  
  
• Assists with financial aid outreach functions both off and on campus.
  
  
  
• Backup for Item Type maintenance and creation.
  
  
  
• Assist with management of overall scholarship P&P and Scholarship Manual.
  
  
  
• Responsible for set-up, maintenance, and management of the Scholarship A2O System.
  
  
  
• Completes other appropriate duties as assigned.
  
  
  
  
  
  Department:
  
  
  Student Financial Assistance
  
  
  
  
  Work Schedule:
  
  
  Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  
  
  
  
  Type of Appointment:
  
  
  Regular
  
  
  
  
  Expected Salary:
  
  
  $42,367 to Negotiable
  
  
  
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  
  Bachelor's and 2+ years of relevant experience or Masters degree and 0+ years of relevant experience.
  
  
  
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
  
  
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  • Knowledge of PeopleSoft
    
    
    
  • A thorough working knowledge of financial aid to include awarding aid
    
    
    
  • A thorough working knowledge of MS Word products, specifically Excel
    
    
    
  • 3 - 5 years of financial aid experience
    
    
    
    
    
    Additional Application Materials Requirements:
    
    
    N/A
    
    
    
    
    Special Instructions to Applicants:
    
    
    N/A
    
    
    
    
    Florida Clause:
    
    
    Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation is that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
    
    
    
    
    Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:
    
    
    Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.
    The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.
    These requirements do not apply to U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents if the employment or training was/is through an agency of the U.S. Government. For more information on what information must be provided and the screening process, please see: .
    
    
    
    
    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
    
    
    The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: . As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. The UCF's affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office for Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Advertised: June 17, 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
    
    Applications close: June 30, 2022 11:55PM Eastern Daylight Time
    
    
    
    
    
    
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