Scholarship Coordinator
Academic Staff
Regular
Scholarship/Fellowship Officer
The University of Wisconsin–Platteville is seeking a Scholarship Coordinator to support all scholarship and fellowship activities. This position provides strategic oversight of scholarship and fellowship programs that support student recruitment, retention, and academic success. Serving as a primary point of contact for students navigating financial aid and scholarship options, the Scholarship Coordinator provides individualized guidance to help students understand and access funding opportunities throughout their enrollment.
This is a full-time, 12-month, benefit and paid leave eligible position with a starting salary of $50,000 per year, commensurate with skills and experience.
- Provides one-on-one financial aid and scholarship counseling to students, helping them understand eligibility requirements, application processes, renewal criteria, and how scholarships interact with other financial aid.
- Advises students on financial aid options, including interpreting award letters, explaining satisfactory academic progress requirements, and helping students resolve holds or eligibility issues.
- Serves as a front-line resource for student inquiries related to scholarships and financial aid, via email, phone, and in-person/virtual appointments.
- Leads and develops strategy around the implementation and maintenance of scholarships and/or fellowships that accomplish recruitment and retention goals and meet stakeholder intent.
- Implements scholarship/fellowship processes to meet established policies and strategic direction.
- Works within the electronic scholarship and/or fellowship system to facilitate the application and awarding process.
- Participates in and provides training and support for departments, programs, and students in use of the scholarship system and/or in fellowship and other funding options.
- Builds strong relationships with campus and college partners, departments, targeted higher education institutions, and external partners to identify funding opportunities for students and ensure best practices in related activities.
- Refers students to broader financial aid and financial literacy resources as needed, and collaborates with the Financial Aid team on cross-training to support a seamless student experience.
Required Qualifications:
Associate's degree in a business-related field.
Minimum of two years of professional experience in financial aid, higher education, or a related field.
Strong interpersonal communication skills; the ability to actively listen, respond with empathy, and write various types of communication externally to students and parents, and internally to campus stakeholders.
Excellent customer-service skills.
Proficiency in the use of personal computer and current software applications, including, but not limited to the Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to review and troubleshoot individual student financial aid files.
Why It’s Great to be a Pioneer:
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest community, which has a rich history rooted in mining —particularly lead mining —dating back to the early 19th century. The region offers excellent school systems, high-quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin.
Application Deadline:
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 2, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
The following documents are required for applicant consideration:
Legal Notices and Important Information:
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.
The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.
Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.
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The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
