Scholarship Support Specialist V

Lynker Corporation; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Lynker Corporation in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Scholarship Support Specialist V to provide crucial support in managing the student scholarship programs. This role involves administrative review, tracking student progress, and maintaining program files. Candidates should possess over 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree.

Join a dynamic team in a work culture that embraces science and innovative solutions, offering comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401(k), and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• More than 8 years of experience in scholarship programs.
• Ability to maintain a calendar of events and deadlines.
• Experience in student recruitment activities.

Responsibilities

• Support the student scholarship application and selection processes.
• Track and monitor student progress in the scholarship programs.
• Organize and maintain electronic program files.
• Assist in planning and facilitating scholarship meetings.

Skills

Administrative support

Student scholarship management

Event organization

Inquiries handling

Social media content creation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in education and coastal science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting‑edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved educational programs. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Scholarship Support Specialist V to join our growing team. This position is contingent on contract award.

Responsibilities

• Support the student scholarship application, administrative review, and selection processes.
• Track and monitor student progress in the student scholarship programs.
• Organize, update, and maintain electronic program files.
• Assist with the preparation of responses to requests for information for review and approval by the Program Managers.
• Maintain, track, and field inquiries from the designated Scholarship phone line regarding NOAA student scholarship programs.
• Support the scholarship program staff during the student Orientation Program and the Science and Education Symposium.
• Assist with the planning, scheduling, organizing, and facilitation of Student Scholarship meetings.
• Participate in student recruitment activities and events.
• Conduct other education and outreach activities in support of the education and scholarship programs, as needed.
• Work with NOAA Security Office to issue badges for scholars.
• Draft and prepare correspondence for the Scholarships Program Managers’ signature.
• Maintain a calendar of events, activities, and major deadlines for scholarship programs.
• Provide support for maintaining an active scholarship alumni network and for tracking alumni to collect information about their post‑fellowship professional accomplishments.
• Participate in professional development, as appropriate.

Qualifications

The Scholarship Support Specialist V selected should have the following:

• Performs a variety of primarily administrative duties in support of the Hollings and/or the EPP/MSI undergraduate scholarship programs.
• Supports the student scholarship application, administrative review, and selection processes.
• Tracks and monitors student progress in the student scholarship programs.
• Organizes, updates, and maintains electronic program files.
• Assists with the preparation of responses to requests for information for review and approval by the Program Managers.
• Maintains, tracks, and fields inquiries from the designated Scholarship phone line regarding NOAA student scholarship programs.
• Supports the scholarship program federal staff during the student Orientation Program and the Science and Education Symposium.
• Assists with the planning, scheduling, organizing, and facilitation of Student Scholarship meetings.
• Participates in student recruitment activities and events.
• Conducts other education and outreach activities in support of the education and scholarship programs, as needed.
• Submits content for Office of Education social media and web presence.
• Works with NOAA Security Office to issue badges for scholars.
• Drafts and prepares correspondence for the Scholarships Program Managers’ signature.
• Provides guidance support for junior contractor staff on the team.
• Maintains a calendar of events, activities, and major deadlines for scholarship programs.
• Serves as on‑site supervisor for junior contractor staff on the team.

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), and more than 8 years of experience.

Lynker offers a team‑oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions.

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company‑matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self‑directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E‑Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.