Scholarship Program Coordinator

ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY FLSA Status: United States of America (Exempt) Compensation: $50,000-$52,000 Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information! SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create. Colorado Mesa University Core Values Love -  Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others Dignity -  Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill Courage -  Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities Humility -  Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others Resiliency -  Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity Curiosity -  Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown Power -  The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals SECTION II – THE SEAT At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right seats” in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats. The Scholarship Programs Coordinator is accountable for the daily operations and coordination of all scholarship processes at CMU. This includes managing institutional, donor, merit, and external scholarship funds by administering applications, awarding scholarships, and monitoring eligibility and compliance. The role requires collaboration with stakeholders such as the CMU Foundation, Admissions, and academic departments to ensure scholarship processes align with institutional policies and federal financial aid regulations. Other duties may be assigned as needed. OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS Managing and awarding scholarships using Banner, and Award Management (Blackbaud). Preparing and marketing scholarship applications. Overseeing scholarship committees and reviewers. Monitoring compliance with scholarship and other financial aid eligibility criteria. Acting as the lead liaison between Financial Aid, Accounting, Admissions, and the CMU Foundation. Supervising assigned student employees. The Scholarship Programs Coordinator is accountable for delivering outcomes and results aligned with the following metrics: Timely and accurate application review, awards, and fund reconciliation. Ensuring adherence to institutional, state, federal and external scholarship policies. Maintaining transparent and effective communication with students regarding scholarships. Fostering positive relationships with internal and external partners. Identifying and implementing strategies to enhance scholarship efficiency. Completion of annual scholarship awards within deadlines. Accuracy in reconciling and awarding scholarship funds. Positive feedback from students, staff, and faculty regarding the scholarship process. Effective implementation of process improvements. Core Processes Ensuring clarity and efficiency in our processes is key to the success of our team. The Scholarship Programs Coordinator owns and contributes to the following processes: Owned Scholarship application and award Scholarship compliance monitoring Contributor Financial aid collaboration Stakeholder engagement Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.  Capacity Requirements Skills & Knowledge: Knowledge of financial aid policies, particularly those relating to scholarship administration. Strong project management skills to oversee multiple complex processes. Capacity to handle peak workloads during high-demand periods. Collaboration & Communication: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for counseling, presentations, and stakeholder collaboration. Proficiency in Award Management, Ellucian Banner, (or similar software) and standard office software. Essential Experience for Right Fit Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Minimum of two years of experience in student or financial services, funding administration, or database management. Experience in demanding customer service environments