Financial Aid Specialist

Student Success and Well-Being – Office of Student Financial Assistance: 

The Office of Student Financial Assistance, a unit within Student Success and Well-Being, 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:

UCF’s Student Success and Well-Being Office of Student Financial Assistance is currently accepting applications for a Financial Aid Specialist. As an Enrollment Services Professional, you will participate in activities related to academic admissions, registration, financial aid services, and orientation for current and potential university students. Admissions Professionals recruit, evaluate, and participate in the selection of candidates for admission. Additional key tasks will include coordinating with all organizations and individuals involved in the admissions process as well as advising applicants and parents about educational planning.

Responsibilities:

• Advises and counsels students and parents regarding the financial aid process.

• 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 for loans.

• Coordinates loan certifications and disbursement of funds.

• Monitors loans for compliance.

• Manages student files.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams).

• Knowledge of Zoom.

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 13 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 

• Flexible work environment 

• 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.

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Veteran’s Preference:   

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

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

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