Scholarship Programs Coordinator

Lamar University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

State of Texas Retirement plans

Tuition covered at 100% for employees,

spouses and/or eligible dependents

Job summary

Lamar University is seeking a Scholarships Coordinator to oversee endowed, private, and institutional scholarship programs. The role supports student recruitment, retention, and scholarship administration by managing applications, selections, and timely awards.

The coordinator will liaise with students, faculty, staff, donors, and partners, delivering superior customer service and promoting scholarship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and two years of professional experience in a customer service-related field.
• Experience with financial aid or a financial setting is a plus, as is presenting information to groups.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support private, endowed, and institutional scholarship programs.
• Educate students and families on aid and scholarship options.
• Communicate scholarship awards and requirements to students, staff, donors, and partners.
• Manage scholarship applications, selections, and award processes.
• Maintain accurate student scholarship records and privacy safeguards.
• Provide training to faculty/staff on scholarship procedures.
• Assist outreach and admissions efforts for prospective students.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Public speaking

Scholarship administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Scholarship Manager

Job description

Lamar University is seeking a Scholarships Coordinator to oversee endowed, private, and institutional scholarship programs. The role supports student recruitment, retention, and scholarship administration by managing applications, selections, and timely awards.

The coordinator will liaise with students, faculty, staff, donors, and partners, delivering superior customer service and promoting scholarship opportunities.