Financial Aid Specialist
State of South Carolina
Posted: March 2, 2026 (1 day ago)
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State of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
Type
Full-Time
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This job involves managing student loans at the University of South Carolina, including handling federal and private loans, reviewing reports, and processing payments to help students afford their education.
It also includes advising students on financial aid during busy periods and checking eligibility for other types of aid.
A good fit would be someone detail-oriented with experience in finance or student services who enjoys working in a team to support college students.
Financial Aid Coordinator Loans
Department: EM Financial Aid and Scholarships
Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time: Full Time
About UofSC
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.
More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.
In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.
All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Advertised Job Summary
The Financial Aid Coordinator – Loans, serves as a member of the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships (OSFAS ) Student Loan Unit.
This position works with a team to administer Federal Direct Subsidized, Unsubsidized, Parent PLUS and Graduate PLUS Loans, along with Private Educational Loans.
This includes general loan administration responsibilities along with reviewing COD reports, disbursement reports, and one-term loan processing.
As a member of the professional staff, this position assists in the general student advisement service during peak times and assists in general federal financial aid application review and processing including professional judgment, eligibility review and other aid-related responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in financial aid program administration along with analytical and complex processing capabilities, and accounting experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• The ability to work with and maintain the confidentiality of records.
• The ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, communicate thoroughly and accurately with a diverse population, with colleagues and with specific outside agencies.
• The ability to make independent but accurate judgements.
• The successful candidate will have to learn and maintain a working knowledge of the DL programs, COD system requirements and responsibilities, and the associated University financial aid policies and procedures.
• Should be able to work independently but within a highly integrated team that has service and responsible administration as its highest priorities.
Job Close Date
04/12/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.
This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.
Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by April 12, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
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To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6961536
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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