What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scholarship Coordinator position at Truman State University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Scholarship Coordinator
Job Responsibilities
The Scholarship Coordinator will report to the Financial Aid Director and will manage all aspects of Truman State University Foundation’s scholarship program (including endowed and annual scholarship awards). This position will also work closely with the Associate Vice President for University Advancement and the Foundation’s Treasurer to ensure the distribution of all new and existing Foundation scholarships are in accordance with donor intent.
Responsibilities include:
- Develop, implement, and disseminate critical information to support more than 400 Foundation scholarship awards annually.
- Serve as a liaison between the Financial Aid, Advancement and Admission departments to ensure that donor criteria for scholarship awards are being met.
- Serve as the liaison to the campus community by providing timely and relevant information on scholarship opportunities, procedures, and timelines.
- Assist in preparing scholarship budgets and reconciliation reports.
- Prepare and disseminate scholarship-related communications.
- Work collaboratively with other University administrative units, including Information Technology Services, to streamline workflow and processes.
- Complete other duties as assigned by the Financial Aid Director.
Required Qualifications
- Possess an Associate’s degree in a business related field, or have an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Be able to work independently and in close coordination with others as part of a team.
- Maintain confidential data discreetly on a routine basis.
- Possess strong organizational and analytical skills in order to manage multiple, time-sensitive
projects.
- Have a proficiency with software applications (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Have a willingness to learn, be detail-oriented, and be dependable.
Preferred Qualifications
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree.
- Have at least two years of experience in a business setting.
- Have experience with enterprise resource planning or customer relationship management
system(s).
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S206P
Open Date
02/18/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check.
Review of applications will begin March 4, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.
Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.
Review of applications will begin March 4, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.
Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.
Salary
Starting annual salary range is $38,000 to $41,000, commensurate with experience.
Non Discrimination Statement
Truman State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, Truman State does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its program or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Inquiries may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu.
Truman State is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu.
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Additional Undergraduate Transcripts
- Other Documents
Salary : $38,000 - $41,000
