Scholarship Advisor

Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Official Title: Academic Services Intermediate Professional

Working Title: Scholarship Advisor

FTE: Full Time 1 (100%) FTE [3-year term limited]

Salary Range: $52,003 - $53,000

Position #00828505 - Requisition #35362

The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu.

Job Description

The Scholarship Advisor administers scholarship programs by recruiting student scholars, organizing selection processes, designing engagement opportunities, coaching students, and serving as the main point of contact for student scholars. This position works directly within the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office and in coordination with the Office of Academic Achievement, as well as with other university stakeholders as necessary to successfully advise students on scholarship opportunities and requirements. The Scholarship Advisor reports to the Scholarship Manager.

Scholarship Advisor

What you will do:

Student Advising

• Recruiting, selecting, interviewing, and nominating potential candidates for various programs, and communicating selection decisions.
• Administering student engagement and wrap-around services.
• Meet with scholarship students to assure continued academic progress and refer students to support services including tutoring, coaching, academic skills, academic advising, peer mentoring, or engagement opportunities.
• Administrative and planning support for events geared towards CU Denver scholarship recipients.
• Serve as a contact person and resource for nationally competitive scholarships by supporting and facilitating student participation in these opportunities.
  

Scholarship Processing

• Manage a caseload of students in cohort-based scholarship programs that provide wrap-around services, including, but not limited to: Reisher, Daniels Fund, Boettcher, Denver Scholarship Foundation, Pre-Collegiate, and other university partner scholarship programs.
• Monitor student participation in program elements, and completion of program requirements.
• Maintain working knowledge of scholarship Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) and Donor Gift Agreements in order to remain in compliance with donor intent.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment efforts for cohort programs, including outreach, application management, interviews, student selection, and notification.
  

Administrative Support

• Liaising with on and off-campus partners to manage reporting and data needs.
• Maintain frequent and open communication with Scholarship Coordinator team to facilitate award posting, using shared systems and processes.
• Collaborate with Advancement, Institutional Research, Academic Advising, Financial Aid & Scholarship Office, and off-campus scholarship administrators to provide data, metrics, and other reporting measures related to scholar engagement and success.
• May supervise 1-2 student employees, consistent with academic calendar and resource availability.
• Additional duties as assigned.

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $52,003 - $53,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by Nov 22, 2024, 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

• A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
• A current CV/resume
• List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to Karine De Jesus, KARINA.DEJESUS@UCDENVER.EDU.

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

• A bachelor's degree in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• One (1) year of professional experience working in financial aid, admissions, scholarships, academic advising, academic support, and/or student affairs in an academic, non-profit or higher education setting.

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• Two (2) years in experience in financial aid, admissions, scholarships, academic advising, and/or student affairs office in a higher education environment.
• Experience working collaboratively in a higher education environment, specifically with university faculty, staff, and diverse populations of students.
• Experience working with financial aid/student record system such as PeopleSoft or similar software.
• Experience working with a scholarship administration system such as Scholarship Universe or similar software.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Experience with financial aid and/or scholarship administration.
• Experience with financial aid/student record systems such as PeopleSoft or similar software.
• Experience planning events and facilitating engagement initiatives for students.
• Experience serving students.

Conditions of Employment

• Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.
• This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.
• This position is a grant funded, 3-year, term-limited appointment, starting from time of hire. Continued employment for this position will be dependent upon securing future funding.

Employment Sponsorship

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19 but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus