at Emporia State University in Emporia, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Emporia State University is seeking a detail-oriented and student-focused professional to serve as a Scholarships Coordinator. This position is responsible for administering institutional, athletic, federal, state, and external scholarship programs while providing professional support for financial aid operations. The Scholarships Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting student success, and helping students and families navigate scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administer institutional, athletic, federal, state, and external scholarship programs.
- Interpret and apply federal, state, NCAA, and institutional regulations related to scholarship and financial aid programs.
- Review student eligibility and process scholarship awards and adjustments.
- Monitor scholarship programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and university policies.
- Generate reports, maintain records, and support compliance monitoring and award processing activities.
- Utilize information systems and technological resources to manage scholarship programs and related data.
- Counsel students and families regarding scholarship opportunities, FAFSA completion, financial aid processes, and available funding resources.
- Present financial aid and scholarship information at on-campus and off-campus events.
- Collaborate with Admissions, Athletics, the Cashier's Office, and other campus partners to support student success and enrollment initiatives.
- Assist with process improvement efforts, policy development, and staff training related to scholarship administration.
