Strategic Director, Scholarships & Career Partnerships

Nebraska Invasive Species Program; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits program

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition benefit for dependents

Immediate vesting pre-tax retirement benefits

Job summary

A leading university in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking a Director of Scholarships and Employer Engagement to oversee the Presidential Scholars Program and enhance career readiness initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in higher education and a strong background in leading teams and managing scholarship programs. This role is vital for supporting student success through strategic programming and effective partnerships. A flexible benefits program is included.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in higher education, student access, scholarships, workforce development, or experiential learning.
• Demonstrated experience administering complex student programs or scholarship initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams.
• Experience using data to assess program effectiveness.
• Excellent communication skills engaging various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the Presidential Scholars Program and Career Currency.
• Administer and improve a comprehensive scholarship experience.
• Lead a cross-functional team for workforce innovation.
• Support student success and career readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Organization

Data analysis

Education

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

A leading university in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking a Director of Scholarships and Employer Engagement to oversee the Presidential Scholars Program and enhance career readiness initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in higher education and a strong background in leading teams and managing scholarship programs. This role is vital for supporting student success through strategic programming and effective partnerships. A flexible benefits program is included.