Posting Detail Information Working TitleScholarships Specialist Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Research Professional PositionNo Posting Number202501116AP Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib I Number of Vacancies1 Work Hours/Week40 Proposed Annual Salary Range$46,000 - $50,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Desired Start Date10/01/2025 Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on09/02/2025 Description of Work Unit Colorado State University is a Carnegie research-extensive land grant university committed to the ideal that educated and motivated people can make a difference in the world. Colorado State expects its graduates to become active, responsible citizens who excel in a competitive world. The Office of Financial Aid operates under the Division of Enrollment and Access and provides student-centered assistance by working under Federal, State and University guidance to enable students to enroll, manage their finances, achieve their academic goals, and graduate in a timely manner. Seventy-five percent of CSU students are financial aid recipients, and OFA disburses over $300 million of financial aid annually. OFA seeks professionals who wholeheartedly believe in access to and success in higher education. Position Summary The Scholarship Specialist serves as a primary member of the Scholarships team within Financial Aid Operations, which has collective oversight of all scholarships at Colorado State University, including admissions-based merit scholarships, institutional scholarships, CSU Foundation scholarships, Athletic aid, various partner programs within CSU , and external scholarship processing. The position reports directly to the Senior Assistant Director for Scholarship Programs. The Scholarship Specialist provides broad-based support to multiple functional areas within the scholarship team, with a primary focus on various scholarship programs, supporting some campus partner programs, providing data to CSU Foundation and various scholarship partners. The Specialist also works on bi-weekly reports to ensure proper administration of institutional scholarship funds and that donor fund agreements and requirements are upheld. This is a twelve-month, full-time permanent position. Inaccordance with Federal regulatory requirements, all finalists must be in good standing on any outstanding Federal Title IV student loans and cannot have a repayment due for a Title IV grant. Required Job Qualifications + Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in the liberal arts, sciences, engineering, business, arts, agricultural sciences, or related field. + Experience working in a higher education setting, with responsibilities related to student services - including financial aid, admissions, registration/records, academic advising, student accounts, or student affairs. + Excellent written communications skills, as demonstrated by application materials submitted. + Demonstrated experience delivering excellent customer service to students, families, and both on- and off-campus constituents. Preferred Job Qualifications + Demonstrated experience managing federal, state, institutional, and/or external financial aid programs, budgets, and processes. + Working knowledge of Ellucian Banner student information system. + Working knowledge of Blackbaud Award Management software. + Three years of full-time professional experience working in a Title IV Financial Aid Office with a demonstrated knowledge of federal student financial aid regulations. + Master's degree in higher education or related field. Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryFinancial Aid Program Administration and Support Duty/Responsibility + Participates as an active member of the Scholarship Team within Operations to evaluate processes and procedures that impact scholarship distribution across the University. + Review eligibility for financial aid awards and ensures program compliance within the Scholarships team. This includes, but is not limited to, awarding and revising awards for students based on scholarship eligibility and requirements. + Collaborate with campus partners, the Office of Financial Aid team, scholarship foundations, and students to ensure timely application of scholarships to student accounts. + Assists as needed with projects in the Scholarships area, including but not limited to support for scholarship processing, compilation of data for scholarship donors and departments, scholarship application review and selection of various institutional scholarships, serving on the Scholarship appeals committee. Percentage Of Time90 Job Duty CategoryCollaboration and Assistance Duty/Responsibility + Actively supports the Scholarships team and the Operations Unit as necessary and directed by the Assistant Director for Scholarships or Associate Director for Operations. Percentage Of Time5 Job Duty CategoryTraining & Professional Development Duty/Responsibility + Professionally represent the Office of Financial Aid and Colorado State University to outside agency partners. + Attend professional conferences and actively engage in professional associations to remain abreast of changes to regulations, guidelines, and processes. Percentage Of Time5 Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume that demonstratesany and allof the required and preferred qualification that they meet. For full consideration, all materials must be received by 11:59 pm (MT) on 09/02/2025. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), On-call Status - addressing inherent technology issues, disbursement challenges, etc. which may require assistance during "off-work" hours, Travel - Travel to conferences for federal updates, industry training, etc. , Special Requirements/Other - Credit Check Required Search ContactCorey Martin, martincl@colostate.edu EEO Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in the liberal arts, sciences, engineering, business, arts, agricultural sciences, or related field? + Yes + No + * Do you have experience working in a higher education setting, with responsibilities related to student services - including financial aid, admissions, registration/records, academic advising, student accounts, or student affairs? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Resume Optional Documents