Associate Director, Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	ASO DIR Student Financial Aid
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Masters degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience.
Job Description:	The University of Floridas Division of Enrollment Management is looking for an Associate Director of Financial Aid Compliance to provide strategic leadership and oversight of the day-to-day compliance function for federal state and institutional financial aid this role you will monitor and interpret evolving regulatory requirements guide operational implementation oversee quality assurance efforts and ensure the office remains audit-ready and program-eligible. Key responsibilities include: Regulatory Oversight Provide leadership and direction for compliance activities across federal state and institutional financial aid programs Track emerging new and proposed regulatory requirements and assess operational impact Translate complex regulations into actionable steps timelines and process adjustments Serve as the escalation point for complex or ambiguous compliance matters Ensure consistent regulatory interpretation and decision-making across the office Maintain audit readiness and program eligibility Policy Administration Develop maintain and manage office policies procedures SOPs and job aids for compliance-critical functions Oversee formal approval workflows version control and publication of documentation Ensure policies remain current accurate and aligned with regulatory expectations Promote adoption of standardized practices and clearly communicate compliance expectations Manage structured review cycles to ensure staff have reliable procedural guidance Compliance Operations Manage compliance and reporting calendars to ensure timely completion of required reviews and submissions Monitor cross-unit dependencies and identify potential risks or delays Proactively escalate concerns and maintain visibility into regulatory deadlines Support consistent follow-through on recurring compliance activities Quality Assurance Design and administer an internal quality assurance program including randomized file reviews and targeted high-risk sampling Document review outcomes and track trends Investigate compliance exceptions and conduct root-cause analyses Recommend and implement corrective actions through process updates training and workflow adjustments Strengthen internal controls to reduce recurrence and enhance compliance performance Strategic Leadership Participate in leadership discussions and contribute to policy development Support strategic initiatives related to financial aid regulations and compliance Represent the University of Florida in professional compliance settings Engage in ongoing professional development and collaborate with peer institutions to bring forward best practices Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
Expected Salary:	$80000 annually In addition we offer the following exceptional benefits: Health Dental and Vision Insurance State Retirement Plans Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave 13 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually) Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program) Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer For more information on benefits please visit HR Benefits and Rewards ()
Required Qualifications:	Masters degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience.
Preferred:	Extensive progressive experience in financial aid administration compliance oversight and the management of complex aid programs. Proven experience managing multiple timesensitive initiatives while consistently meeting regulatory operational and institutional deadlines. Strong understanding of institutional enrollment strategies and the role of financial aid in supporting recruitment retention and overall student success. Ability to interpret analyze and clearly communicate complex regulatory and financial information to a wide range of audiences. Comprehensive knowledge of federal state and institutional financial aid regulations compliance requirements and audit standards. Advanced analytical skills including the ability to evaluate financial and operational data identify risks or discrepancies and implement effective process improvements. Demonstrated ability to lead and support teams in navigating complex compliance requirements while fostering trust collaboration and shared accountability.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	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.
Health Assessment Required:	No

Required Experience:

Director

Classification Title:ASO DIR Student Financial AidClassification Minimum Requirements:Masters degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience.Job Description:The University of Floridas Division of ...

Classification Title:	ASO DIR Student Financial Aid
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Masters degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience.
Job Description:	The University of Floridas Division of Enrollment Management is looking for an Associate Director of Financial Aid Compliance to provide strategic leadership and oversight of the day-to-day compliance function for federal state and institutional financial aid this role you will monitor and interpret evolving regulatory requirements guide operational implementation oversee quality assurance efforts and ensure the office remains audit-ready and program-eligible. Key responsibilities include: Regulatory Oversight Provide leadership and direction for compliance activities across federal state and institutional financial aid programs Track emerging new and proposed regulatory requirements and assess operational impact Translate complex regulations into actionable steps timelines and process adjustments Serve as the escalation point for complex or ambiguous compliance matters Ensure consistent regulatory interpretation and decision-making across the office Maintain audit readiness and program eligibility Policy Administration Develop maintain and manage office policies procedures SOPs and job aids for compliance-critical functions Oversee formal approval workflows version control and publication of documentation Ensure policies remain current accurate and aligned with regulatory expectations Promote adoption of standardized practices and clearly communicate compliance expectations Manage structured review cycles to ensure staff have reliable procedural guidance Compliance Operations Manage compliance and reporting calendars to ensure timely completion of required reviews and submissions Monitor cross-unit dependencies and identify potential risks or delays Proactively escalate concerns and maintain visibility into regulatory deadlines Support consistent follow-through on recurring compliance activities Quality Assurance Design and administer an internal quality assurance program including randomized file reviews and targeted high-risk sampling Document review outcomes and track trends Investigate compliance exceptions and conduct root-cause analyses Recommend and implement corrective actions through process updates training and workflow adjustments Strengthen internal controls to reduce recurrence and enhance compliance performance Strategic Leadership Participate in leadership discussions and contribute to policy development Support strategic initiatives related to financial aid regulations and compliance Represent the University of Florida in professional compliance settings Engage in ongoing professional development and collaborate with peer institutions to bring forward best practices Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
Expected Salary:	$80000 annually In addition we offer the following exceptional benefits: Health Dental and Vision Insurance State Retirement Plans Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave 13 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually) Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program) Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer For more information on benefits please visit HR Benefits and Rewards ()
Required Qualifications:	Masters degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience.
Preferred:	Extensive progressive experience in financial aid administration compliance oversight and the management of complex aid programs. Proven experience managing multiple timesensitive initiatives while consistently meeting regulatory operational and institutional deadlines. Strong understanding of institutional enrollment strategies and the role of financial aid in supporting recruitment retention and overall student success. Ability to interpret analyze and clearly communicate complex regulatory and financial information to a wide range of audiences. Comprehensive knowledge of federal state and institutional financial aid regulations compliance requirements and audit standards. Advanced analytical skills including the ability to evaluate financial and operational data identify risks or discrepancies and implement effective process improvements. Demonstrated ability to lead and support teams in navigating complex compliance requirements while fostering trust collaboration and shared accountability.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	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.
Health Assessment Required:	No