Student Financial Aid CRD II
The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships (SFA) is looking for a Student Financial Aid Coordinator II to support financial aid operations within the College of Medicine (COM). In this role, you will assist the Financial Aid Assistant Director in managing aid for students in Graduate Medical Education, Physician Assistant Studies, and Medical Education programs.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Student Financial Aid Advising & Support
- Provide comprehensive financial aid advising to prospective and current students across the College of Medicine
- Guide students through all stages of the financial aid process via various communication methods.
- Assist in the creation and review of COM scholarship applications and renewals, along with conducting 1st year entrance counseling.
- Participate in financial aid workshops and program orientation sessions and conduct presentations upon request from COM program coordinators.
- Aid in collecting academic calendar date information and preparing annual financial aid budgets based on program cost data provided by COM.
Award Decisions
- Collaborate with University staff to process departmental awards.
- Evaluate student and parent demographic and financial data to make award decisions.
- Analyze student applications and related data for eligibility and compliance.
- Collaborate closely with the Assistant Director to process financial aid for students across various COM programs.
- Draft individualized correspondence and form letters regarding debt and aid inquiries.
Additional Duties
- Recruit, train, evaluate, and supervise student assistants assigned to the area.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Occasional travel for financial aid presentations and professional development workshops.
$47,500 annually
Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.
- Student Financial Aid experience preferred
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Applicants must upload the following documents to be considered for the position:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References
Applications must be submitted by 11:55p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
Freqently Asked Questions
Gainesville's educational sector shows moderate demand for Student Financial Aid Coordinator II roles, with competition influenced by local universities and colleges. Candidates with experience in financial aid advising and strong organizational skills tend to stand out in this somewhat specialized job market.
Working in Gainesville, FL, coordinators often navigate diverse student populations and fluctuating state funding policies. Managing aid across graduate medical and physician assistant programs requires adaptability to local academic calendars and compliance with Florida’s financial aid regulations.
Mastery in student financial aid advising, data analysis for award eligibility, and proficiency with Microsoft Office are critical. Strong communication skills to guide students through aid processes and leadership in supervising assistants also pave the way for career growth in this role.
This position bridges financial aid and student services by offering personalized aid counseling while collaborating with program coordinators. It ensures students across medical education pathways receive tailored support, enhancing overall student success and retention.
Daily efforts focus on evaluating financial aid applications, advising students via multiple channels, and coordinating scholarships. Coordinators also prepare budgets, draft communications on aid inquiries, and occasionally lead workshops or orientation sessions.
The Society leverages this role to maintain rigorous financial aid standards within its medical education programs. The coordinator supports strategic aid allocation, ensuring equitable access and compliance aligned with the organization’s educational objectives.
At this organization, coordinators engage deeply with graduate medical programs, gaining exposure to specialized scholarship processes and cross-departmental collaboration. The role offers unique professional development opportunities via workshops and external presentations.
The position offers an annual salary of approximately $47,500, aligning with regional standards for financial aid coordination in higher education. Compensation reflects the specialized responsibilities supporting graduate medical education and student financial advising.
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