What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scholarship Programs Coordinator position at Colorado Mesa University?
ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Title (Function) : ScholarshipPrograms Coordinator
Department : FinancialAid
Reporting To : AssistantDirector of Financial Aid - Scholarships and Special Programs
FLSA Status : Exempt
Salary : $50,000.00-$52,300.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package : Click here for more information!
Open Date : 01 / 23 / 2025
Close Date : 02 / 12 / 2025 11 : 59 PM MST
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 onjoint endeavors, and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It's thiscourage 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 aculture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting tochange, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize thatchange 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 thiscommunity rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endlessopportunities for growth and advancement.
Inspired by the soul of the West-the spirit that our regionembodies-we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collectivepower to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings tolife 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 opportunities.
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 seat as a seat. Every seat is vitaland the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission ofproviding an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful andmutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of ourcommunity. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the"right seats" in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership andaccountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of theindividuals holding the seats.
Overview and Scope of Team and / or Tasks
The Scholarship Programs Coordinator is accountable for thedaily operations and coordination of all scholarship processes at CMU. Thisincludes managing institutional, donor, merit, and external scholarship fundsby administering applications, awarding scholarships, and monitoringeligibility and compliance. The role requires collaboration with stakeholderssuch as the CMU Foundation, Admissions, and academic departments to ensurescholarship processes align with institutional policies and federal financialaid regulations. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Key tasks include :
- Managing and awarding scholarships using Banner, and Academic Works (Blackbaud).
- Preparing and marketing scholarship applications.
- Overseeing scholarship committees and reviewers.
- Monitoring compliance with scholarship eligibility criteria.
- Acting as the lead liaison between Financial Aid, Accounting, Admissions, and the Foundation.
- Supervising assigned student employees.
Accountability to Results
The Scholarship Programs Coordinator is accountable fordelivering outcomes and results aligned with the following metrics :
Metrics for success include :
SECTION III - OUR DESIRES FOR RIGHT FIT
For the success of our mission and our teams, we desireindividuals who are a "Right Fit" for their seats. "Right Fit" means embracingour culture, demonstrating our values, understanding the seat, and what isrequired. We seek individuals who want this seat, desire to be part of a biggervision, and have the capacity to excel.
Capacity Requirements
Capacity for this seat includes knowledge, skills, andemotional intelligence, as well as the ability to commit to the role.
Essential Experience for Right Fit
Required :
Preferred :
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER : This seat description is only a summaryof the typical functions of this role and not an exhaustive list of allresponsibilities and areas of accountability.
ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings.
Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and / or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Salary : $50,000 - $52,300
