Scholarship Programs Lead & Donor Engagement

mnstate.edu

Winona (MN)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 94,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers

Professional development

Vacation and sick time

Employer-paid benefits

Job summary

Winona State University in Winona, MN invites applications for the Associate Director of Scholarships to lead the Foundation Scholarship Program and collaborate with fundraising, admissions, and financial aid. The role manages scholarship software, develops communications, assists with donor strategies, and supports reviewers.

A Bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required; the salary range is $47,845 to $93,809.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
Two years of professional experience in customer relations, marketing, fundraising, student development or enrollment services.
Strong oral, written interpersonal and electronic communication skills.
Technical skills to process electronic workflows, maintain data, and generate reports.

Responsibilities

Manage the scholarship system as the university expert for award management software; ensure agreements are executed and uploaded; guide users.
Develop and implement scholarships with benefactors; promote programs to students, parents, and departments.
Foster donor engagement and stewardship through communications, events, and recognition initiatives.
Maintain scholarship budgets and collaborate with leadership to ensure funding availability and accountability.