Foundation Scholarship Officer

UWSTP University of Wisconsin Stevens Point; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point seeks a Foundation Scholarship Officer to support awarding and administering scholarships, manage budgets, maintain key databases, and train campus staff. This full-time academic staff role reports to the Director of Advancement.

Key responsibilities include implementing scholarship processes, managing the scholarship system, and developing strategies to meet recruitment and retention goals while fostering internal and external partnerships.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and maintain accuracy in a detail-oriented environment.
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements scholarship/fellowship processes to meet established policies and strategic direction.
• Works within the electronic scholarship and/or fellowship system to facilitate the application and awarding process.
• Participates in training and support for departments, programs, and students in use of the scholarship system and/or in fellowship and other funding options.
• Leads and develops strategy around the implementation and maintenance of scholarships and/or fellowships that accomplish recruitment and retention goals and meet stakeholder intent.
• Builds strong relationships with campus and college partners, departments, targeted higher education institutions, and external partners to identify funding opportunities for students and ensure best practices in related activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Raiser’s Edge NXT

Financial Edge

CRM software

Job description

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Position Title: Foundation Scholarship Officer

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Scholarship/Fellowship Officer

Job Duties: Foundation Scholarship Officer reports directly to the Director of Advancement and oversees and provides support for awarding scholarships through setting and enforcing budgets, maintaining multiple databases, training and providing support to the campus community. **Full position description is available upon request.**

Key Job Responsibilities

• Implements scholarship/fellowship processes to meet established policies and strategic direction
• Works within the electronic scholarship and/or fellowship system to facilitate the application and awarding process
• Participates in and provides training and support for departments, programs, and students in use of the scholarship system and/or in fellowship and other funding options
• Leads and develops strategy around the implementation and maintenance of scholarships and/or fellowships that accomplish recruitment and retention goals and meet stakeholder intent
• Builds strong relationships with campus and college partners, departments, targeted higher education institutions, and external partners to identify funding opportunities for students and ensure best practices in related activities

Department: The mission of the UWSP University Advancement Department is to strengthen relationships with university stakeholders and manage engagement by telling the UWSP Story and fundraising activities to secure resources and support for the university’s mission and vision. University Advancement works to increase the resources available to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point by generating philanthropic interests and volunteer support. Advancement oversees activities of the UWSP Alumni Association, Major Gift Officers, development and the UWSP Foundation.

Compensation & Benefits

The Foundation Scholarship Officer is a full-time, salaried, exempt, annual (12-month), academic staff position. Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $50,000-$56,000 commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications. Relocation assistance may be available. Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide. Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.

Required Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and maintain accuracy in a detail-oriented environment.
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with databases, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience in higher education, advancement, philanthropy, or nonprofit organizations.
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT, Financial Edge, or similar enterprise systems.

Special Notes

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.

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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies.

We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

The Universities of Wisconsin serve approximately 161,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the Universities of Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Nearly 90 percent of in‑state Universities of Wisconsin graduates stay in Wisconsin five years after earning a degree – with a median salary of more than $66,000. The Universities of Wisconsin provides a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. The Universities of Wisconsin and its employees are purpose‑driven, people‑focused, and committed to stewardship.