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Scholarship Advisor at American Career College in Dallas, Texas

Posted in Nonprofit - Social Services 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time





Job Description:

SUMMARY:


Reporting to the Executive Director, Financial Aid, the Scholarship Advisor is responsible for assisting students and applicants with guidance and support in their search for external grant or scholarship funding while advancing West Coast University and meeting student access objectives.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.)


Responsible for immediate customer service assistance to prospective and continuing students, parents, and departmental contacts. This includes resolving problems and providing support associated with the application of external scholarship programs via phone, email, text, or in person interactions.


Acts as liaison between our office and faculty/staff, students, and the public to provide information and resources regarding scholarship availability and options. Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.


Represents West Coast University as assigned and presents scholarship and general financial aid information to prospective students and other interested groups


Identifies new external scholarship opportunities for students, and initiates updates to Scholarship Universe database as appropriate.


Assists with departmental communication in promoting awareness of external grant or scholarship programs and eligibility criteria. Creates an online resource center with templates and coaching sessions for successful scholarship application entries.


Special projects:


Including but not limited to assigned committees and outreach projects.


Represent WCU at professional functions and recruiting events.


EDUCATION:


 


Bachelor’s degree in English, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or Business-related field.


Master’s Degree Preferred in Higher Education Administration or Educational Leadership.


KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:


 


Experience in advising, tutoring, or other student service in a higher education setting.   Must have excellent oral and written communication skills


qualifications/Skills:


(Every effort has been made to identify the essential skills/qualifications of this position.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only skills/qualifications you will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of skills/qualifications does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential skill/qualification of the position.)


 


Strong team orientation, effective interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to build and steward relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.


Demonstrated commitment to data-driven decision-making, including effective analytical skills and proven results in achieving objectives and goals.


Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.


Proficient computer skills, particularly word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.


Ability to complete multiple assignments within provided time constraints with minimal supervision.


Self-starter who works well independently, but who also thrives in a team environment, sharing ideas and working collaboratively.


Ability to work flexible hours for evening and weekend student and prospective student support


Must be able to travel independently


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