Campus:
Northridge

Job ID: 527406

Job Title:
Scholarships Portal Coordinator

Appointment Type:
Probationary

Time Base:
Full-Time

Date Posted:
May 9, 2023

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Description:
CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more:

About Financial Aid and Scholarships:
For information about the CSUN Financial Aid and Scholarships Department, visit our website at:

Major Duties
Under general supervision of the Associate Director, Operations and the Campus Scholarships Coordinator, the Scholarships Portal Coordinator is responsible for administrating the University’s Scholarship Portal system (Blackbaud), Off-campus, and other CSU Systemwide scholarships. The incumbent is the primary contact for all matters concerning the Blackbaud Award Management system.

Responsible for setting-up new scholarship opportunities, monitoring ongoing scholarships, reviewing award eligibility criteria, and ensuring the database is current and accessible.

Responsible for showcasing, marketing, and promoting participation throughout the campus community, and conducting scholarship workshops for freshmen classes and student organizations.

Answers complex questions and provides guidance to students regarding the scholarship process and documentation.

Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE:

Qualifications

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a job-related field.

Equivalent to two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas, scholarship administration, or in a related field.

A Master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

Experience in a college or university financial aid, student affairs, athletics or student programming office which has demonstrated acquisition of understanding of policies and procedures to ensure compliance is a preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Working knowledge of: practices, procedures and activities of the program to which assigned the methods and problems of organizational and program management; research and interview techniques; and the principles of individual and group behavior.

Ability and specialized skills to: interpret and apply program rules and regulations; use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews; reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data.

Ability to advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required; recognize multicultural, multi-sexed and multi-aged value systems and work accordingly; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts.

Ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software, and demonstrate proficiency in software such as Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity working with Oracle Student Administration (SOLAR) and Blackbaud is a plus. Ability to rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned. Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.

Classification / grade: 3082/SSP II / 1

The anticipated HIRING RATE is $4610. The salary range for this classification is: $4610 - $6556 per month.

HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings and weekends.

REG: This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.

The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 days remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

Applications received through May 22, 2023, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled.

This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.

Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers

The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity
CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Executive Order 1096. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.