Scholarships Coordinator

The University of New Orleans (UNO) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Scholarship Coordinator to serve in our Student Financial Aid department. Job Summary • Responsible for the complete administration of the awarding and delivery of all scholarships and cash awards including institutional, state grant programs and private programs. • Serves as liaison with scholarship committee, bursar, college offices, FA Counselors, Finance and Administration and other appropriate personnel for the administration of all scholarships including budget projections. • Assist with the reconciling and monitoring of budgets for each scholarship program. • Serve as primary liaison with the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance. • Monitor continuing eligibility of all recipients. • Responsible for the preparation of federal, state, and institutional fiscal reports related to scholarships. • Conduct presentations regarding scholarships. • Assist Admissions with scholarship initiatives. • Assist in the development of process and procedure for scholarships. • Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree. • At least three years of experience in financial aid or related field. • Working knowledge and experience with computer assisted processing as it relates to the administration of FA systems. • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. • Strong time management skills. Desired Qualifications • Experience with administering scholarships at a university level. • Technical experience with WorkDay student. • Working knowledge of regulations governing federal and state aid programs and experience with U.S. Department of Education processes. Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent Employee Benefits Package We offer an outstanding work/life balance. Our employees enjoy 14 holidays per year and two weeks off around Christmas. We offer generous vacation and sick leave; affordable health, dental, and vision insurances; retirement plans; and more. The University of New Orleans is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected Veteran status, age if 40 or older, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The University of New Orleans participates in Louisiana's State As a Model Employer plan and invites qualified individuals with disabilities to apply.