Strategic Associate Director, Scholarships & Financial Aid

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University seeks an Associate Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid to provide strategic leadership for scholarship administration, processing and management across campus. You will oversee funds, optimize processes, and strengthen donor relations to support student success.

The role leads a six-person team, collaborates with colleges and external partners, and contributes to policy development and research initiatives within the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.

Qualifications

• Oversee scholarship programs and funds management.
• Lead a team of six professionals.
• Represent the office in university committees and stakeholder meetings.
• Develop educational programs on financial aid options and policies.

Responsibilities

• Scholarship Processing and Management: oversee scholarship programs and fund management, coordinate recipient selection and renewals.
• Team Supervision and Leadership: supervise six staff, provide training and establish processes.
• Outreach and Engagement: build partnerships with colleges and external programs, present policies and opportunities.
• Other Responsibilities: advise on eligibility, communicate policies, and contribute to campus policy discussions.

Skills

Team leadership

Data analysis

Donor relations

Financial aid policy

Education

Master's degree in Higher Education

Job description

NC State University seeks an Associate Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid to provide strategic leadership for scholarship administration, processing and management across campus. You will oversee funds, optimize processes, and strengthen donor relations to support student success.

The role leads a six-person team, collaborates with colleges and external partners, and contributes to policy development and research initiatives within the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.