Athletics Scholarships & Programs Coordinator

Arkansas State University; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas State University Jonesboro is seeking a Program Coordinator to manage one or more financial aid and athletic scholarship programs under the Associate Director of Scholarships. The role emphasizes compliance with NCAA rules, coordination with Athletics, and student financial aid support.

The candidate will assist with applications, verification, counseling, and presentations at degree centers and with transfer coaches, traveling periodically as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; knowledge of federal and state financial aid rules.
• Experience with NCAA athletic scholarships and financial aid packaging.
• Strong collaboration with Athletics and transfer centers.

Responsibilities

• Assist NCAA student‑athlete scholarships and financial aid packaging.
• Process financial aid applications and verify data.
• Travel to A-State Degree Centers for presentations.
• Maintain daily statistical information and navigate Banner/Ellucian.
• Provide information and counseling to students and families.

Skills

Athletic operations coordination

NCAA compliance knowledge

Financial aid processing

Student counseling

Public speaking / presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Banner/Ellucian

Job description

Arkansas State University Jonesboro is seeking a Program Coordinator to manage one or more financial aid and athletic scholarship programs under the Associate Director of Scholarships. The role emphasizes compliance with NCAA rules, coordination with Athletics, and student financial aid support.

The candidate will assist with applications, verification, counseling, and presentations at degree centers and with transfer coaches, traveling periodically as needed.