University of Central Florida · 1 day ago
Financial Aid Coordinator I
Greater Orlando
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17.64/hr - $19.16/hr
0+ years expUniversity of Central Florida is a next-generation public research university and a Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida. They are seeking a Financial Aid Coordinator I to advise students and parents on financial aid processes, evaluate financial needs, and participate in outreach activities.
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Responsibilities
Advises and counsels students and parents regarding the financial aid process in person or over the phone/Zoom
Analyzes and evaluates student financial needs
Advises on availability of financial assistance
Participates in outreach activities and presentations to students, parents, high school counselors, and the community in workshops and training sessions
Attends professional workshops, meetings, and training sessions for professional development and to keep abreast of current rules and regulations
Reviews and evaluates eligibility Federal Student Aid
Responsible for Verification of student files selected for review by the Department of Education
Evaluates documentation provided by student required to complete additional review of their FAFSA application
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 0+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6)
Preferred
1-2 years of relevant experience
Working knowledge of financial aid program requirements and related procedures
Exceptional customer service skills with strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building abilities
Demonstrated experience in administrative or student-facing roles within higher education or comparable environments
Proven ability to provide guidance and advise students on financial processes
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PeopleSoft for data entry, data organization, and reporting
Benefits
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Company
University of Central Florida
University of Central Florida is an American public research university in Orlando, Forida.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.08MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyThe Duke Energy FoundationNational Institutes of Health
2024-09-17Grant· $1.4M
2024-09-17Grant· $0.07M
2022-03-14Grant· $3.6M
Leadership Team
John Buckwalter
Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
Issa Batarseh
Director, Florida Power Electronics Center
Recent News
2025-12-11
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