Assistant Director, University Financial Aid

Office of Student Financial Assistance:

The Office of Student Financial Assistance, a unit within Student Success and Well-Being (SSWB), is dedicated to supporting UCF's mission and goals through the efficient delivery of student aid. The Office provides UCF students with a comprehensive offering of financial assistance options to support student success and the attainment of a university degree.

The Opportunity:

The Assistant Director, Financial Aid plays a pivotal role in UCF's mission by administering federal, state, institutional, and private financial aid programs — ensuring regulatory compliance while supporting student enrollment, progression, and degree completion. In this role, the Assistant Director serves as the lead for student loans and student employment.

This position may be reassigned within the SSWB division to a commensurate level, as determined by the Vice President of Student Success and Well-Being or designee.

Responsibilities:

Program Management & Administration:

• Responsible for the coordination and administration of Student Loan Programs and Student Employment.

• Primary emphasis of position is program management, ensuring all aspects of student loan and student employment portfolios are managed in compliance with regulatory guidance.

• Oversees the administration of federal and private educational loans and the Federal Work-Study Program.

• Assists in the review and processing of aggregate, proration, and over award, ensuring that awards are in compliance with all rules and regulations.

Leadership & Supervision:

• Serves on the Office of Student Financial Assistance Management/Administration team and provides leadership and guidance to the Loan and Student Employment teams.

• Supervises full-time staff responsible for the review and management of student loans and student employment.

Strategic Planning & Advisory:

• Participates as a member of the management team, contributing to strategic decision making.

• Supports the Director by providing counsel on compliance matters and contributing to strategic planning initiatives.

• Serves as a resource to the Director and senior leadership on matters related to student loans and student employment.

Compliance & Policy:

• Develops and maintains loans and Federal Work-Study policies, procedures, and documentation to support program integrity and compliance.

• Addresses escalated issues related to loans or student employment.

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to address loan and student employment matters.

Data Management & Analysis:

• Compiles, analyzes, and maintains data for decision-making purposes.

• Supplies information pertaining to data requests.

• Compiles, analyzes, and maintains queries and data.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's and 4+ years of relevant experience or Masters degree and 2+ years of relevant experience with at least 1+ year(s) of leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6). 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive financial aid experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data entry, organization, and reporting.

• Experience with Workday and PeopleSoft Oracle

• Familiarity with federal systems Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) and National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS)

The most successful candidates may possess the following qualities:

• Knowledge of federal and state regulations

• Basic computer proficiency, including accurate and efficient typing skills.

• Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships across teams and levels.

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with stakeholders at all levels, including faculty, staff, and students.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess situations, evaluate alternatives, and apply logic to develop thoughtful, effective solutions.

• Understanding of financial aid regulations and program management.

• Strong customer service skills with a focus on communication, problem-solving, and positive experiences.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

• The anticipated salary range for this position is $56,030- $69,500. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

• Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

• All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• 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.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins

Department

Student Success and Well-Being (SSWB) - Student Financial Assistance

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Evenings and weekends as needed

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$56,030.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

06-16-2026-12-00-AM

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.  

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. 

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.