Manager, Student Scholarships and Grants

The University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Nursing is currently recruiting for a Manager, Student Scholarships and Grants to support the Office of Student and Academic Services (OSAS). This position is responsible for managing the business functions for the student scholarships area of Admissions & Student Scholarships in the Office of Student and Academic Services.  This position will support the achievement of student educational goals through three main objectives: providing counseling designed to help students structure their student portfolio in a way that supports their attainment of their educational goals, providing prospective students a realistic picture of their financial outlook prior to enrolling in our programs, and ensuring that scholarships are administered and processed timely. This position supervises one (1) student financial advisor.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). 

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Develop and manage scholarship strategy including determining eligibility criteria, application process, managing deadlines, and advising on appropriate scholarship awards for each student, along with the offices of Administrative Services and Development and Alumni Relations.
• Reconcile and monitor the ongoing status of donor funds in conjunction with offices of Administrative Services, and Development and Alumni Relations. 
• Assist students in all aspects of student financial planning and debt counseling programs.
• Serve as the school’s primary contact with University Student Financial Assistance Office, coordinating the disbursement of school scholarship funds and assisting with student concerns.
• Understand and be able to communicate to students the complex policies and procedures relating to scholarships and federal aid.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor’s degree.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in student enrollment, including admissions, financial aid or financial planning administration or a related field. Experience in financial aid scholarships and a higher education school setting preferred.

Preferred Supervisory Experience: Two (2) years of experience in work coordination or direct supervision.

Other: Related experience may be substituted for education. Clery act designated job as campus security authorities (CSA) member and will comply with Clery Act requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $65,000 - $75,000 per year (commensurate with education and experience).

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [email protected].

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request.  You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.