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 requiring attention to detail.
  • Preferred: Two years of experience in financial aid.
• Core Skills:
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from top management, public groups, and board of directors.
  • Preferred: Bilingual fluency in Spanish.

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SECTION IV - PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the individual in this position will encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual typically performs the duties of the job in an open office setting. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud at times, with several disruptions throughout the day.

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This position will remain open until filled. Applications received by 7/15 will receive priority consideration, and applications received after that date will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

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.