Job Description:

• Leads training, administration, and maintenance of the scholarship matching system.
• Processes fund codes in the student information system.
• Manages endowed and gift scholarships.
• Assists with awarding and renewal of freshmen and transfer scholarships.
• Coordinates tuition remission, reduction, and discount programs.
• Works with departments at the University and awards private scholarships.
• Awards state scholarships.
• Reviews scholarship appeals.
• Manages residence hall and room and board grant programs.

Short Job Description:

• Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year's relevant experience
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in financial aid, higher education, pre-college programming or equivalent.
• Ability to apply analytical and problem-solving skills to a wide variety of financial situations.
• Office software skills, including word-processing and spreadsheets.
• Solid teamwork skills.
• Customer service skills.

Job Ref: S1131P

Job Reply URL: 3751

About Western Michigan University

One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.

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