Scholarship Coordinator

Position Information

Posting Number	20121530Staff
Working Title	Scholarship Coordinator
Pay Rate
Employment Category	Administrative/Professional
Regular/Temporary	Regular
If temporary, list duration
Type of Appointment	Fiscal
Contract Period	12 month

Position Summary Information

Position Summary	The Scholarship Coordinator at APSU plays a pivotal role in managing the scholarship application system, disbursing funds, and ensuring compliance with financial aid regulations. They are responsible for maintaining accurate records, providing support to scholarship recipients, and offering guidance to students and parents regarding financial aid options. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the educational success of APSU students by facilitating access to scholarship opportunities and financial aid resources. Austin Peay State University is a four-year public, doctoral-level university, with six colleges and four Chairs of Excellence. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students and is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of an estimated 166,000 people located approximately 40 miles northwest of Nashville, TN.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities	Oversee APSU scholarship application system, NextGen Scholarship Manager, including user management and security setup. Manage and update information for scholarships, ensuring accurate funding allocation and monitoring expenditure. Allocate scholarship funds to departments, informing them of their spending allocation for the academic year. Maintain the APSU scholarship section of the website, posting academic, open, and departmental scholarships. Monitor retention requirements for academic scholarship recipients and provide support as needed. Counsel students and parents on financial aid options, demonstrating clear understanding of federal guidelines and aid types. Communicate effectively and appropriately with various populations, maintaining confidentiality as necessary. Make decisions, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines independently and as part of a team. Demonstrate excellent analytical skills and problem-solving ability in managing scholarship-related issues. Provide quality service to ensure student satisfaction by processing files quickly and accurately.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a technical environment. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with various groups. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and scholarship management software. Knowledge of federal financial aid regulations and guidelines. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and make decisions independently. Capacity to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
Physical Requirements	Perform sedentary work, primarily involving sitting with occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of light objects.
Required Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree required. A minimum of two years of experience in a financial aid or scholarships office. A background check will be required for the selected applicant.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date	03/20/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	An official transcript will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position.  You will not be able to modify your application after it has been submitted.