Associate Director, Office of Prestigious Scholar Development
Associate Director, Office of Prestigious Scholar Development
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Associate Director, Office of Prestigious Scholar Development
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
7
Level
5
Department
Provost
Job Purpose
The Associate Director oversees the daily operation of the Office of Prestigious Scholar Development. The incumbent actively recruits, mentors, advises and supports candidates for a variety of nationally and internationally competitive fellowships and scholarships. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining campus-wide outreach to students, faculty, and staff, managing programming, and assisting with the University’s participation in national and international scholarship competitions. This position also manages all internal competitions and processes for awards including Marshall, Rhodes, Truman, Goldwater, and Beinecke.
Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree required. Applicants should have at least two years of experience working in this area. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience working with students applying for nationally and internationally competitive awards. Understanding of the processes involved in identifying and developing applicant pools. Experience developing communication campaigns, managing a website, and tracking results of activities toward goals.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
May be asked to travel to national meetings.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu
Salary
*$63,421 - $80,000
Posting Date
09/20/2022
Closing Date
11/23/2022
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
2022181
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
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Job Duties
Job Duties
Activity
Manages the daily operations of the Office of Prestigious Scholar Development and the implementation of program initiatives. Promotes and raises awareness of nationally competitive scholarship opportunities across campus through information sessions, events, print and web materials, social media, and presentations to classes and student groups.
Collects and analyzes data to measure the effectiveness of various aspects of the Office of Prestigious Scholar Development, including the preparation and presentation of complex reports to the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. Maintains Office website and all online resources for students.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
19
Activity
Responsible for actively recruiting, mentoring, advising and supporting candidates for nationally and internationally competitive fellowships and scholarships. Designs, executes, and evaluates targeted outreach campaigns to recruit a diverse pool of applicants. Disseminates clear information about application processes and collaborates with key campus partners to connect students with resources.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
40
Activity
Manages the College’s participation in scholarship competitions and related competition cycles. Manages and maintains a comprehensive database of potential, current, and former candidates. Tracks incoming scholarship materials (i.e. transcripts, waivers, letters of recommendation) and communicates with applicants about their status.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
19
Activity
Develops and facilitates communication, outreach, and data management for scholarship programs. Designs, executes, and evaluates targeted outreach campaigns to recruit a diverse pool of applicants. Promotes student development through individual advising, outreach, resources, workshops and information sessions.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
19
Activity
Performs other related duties, as needed.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
3