Scholarship Programs Specialist

State Center Community College District

Fresno (CA)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 76,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

State Center Community College District is seeking a Scholarship Specialist to assist students and families with scholarship applications and related financial aid information. The role includes screening applications, advising on award criteria, and coordinating disbursements in alignment with donor guidelines.

The position also covers outreach activities, event planning for award ceremonies, and maintaining departmental materials and online presence.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of financial aid services, goals and policies.
  • Customer service practices and telephone etiquette.
  • FERPA and federal/state laws governing financial aid.
  • Proficient with office software including word processing, spreadsheets and databases like Access.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate scholarship programs; process applications and determine awards.
  • Explain and assist with applications; interview students as needed.
  • Process stipends; track scholarship accounts and eligibility.
  • Arrange Scholarship Award Ceremony logistics and events.
  • Coordinate outreach; maintain materials, website and social media; engage with donors.
  • Promote equity and culturally responsive service in district programs.

Skills

Financial aid processes
Customer service
Recordkeeping
FERPA compliance
English usage
Office software
Communication
Equity-minded service
Relationship building

Education

Associate degree or higher in education/finance/business

Tools

Access
Scholarship software

Job description

State Center Community College District is seeking a Scholarship Specialist to assist students and families with scholarship applications and related financial aid information. The role includes screening applications, advising on award criteria, and coordinating disbursements in alignment with donor guidelines.

The position also covers outreach activities, event planning for award ceremonies, and maintaining departmental materials and online presence.

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