Employment Opportunity-Coastal Carolina University

Assistant Director of Merit Awards  

 

Coastal Carolina University invites applications for an Assistant Director of Merit Awards. This position reports to the Director of Merit Awards, Compliance, and Residency and is a member of the Office of Admissions staff. This position manages the awarding, verification and awarding of all merit-based awards to new freshman and transfer students. This position also assists with meeting the University’s enrollment goals as outlined in the strategic plan.

Duties will include, but are not limited to: counseling students and families about University merit-based scholarship opportunities; serving as a University resource to high school guidance counselors and community college advisors about merit award criteria; marketing the University message through individual contacts with prospective students; training admissions staff on merit and talented based award criteria; setting a high standard of professionalism for the Office of Admissions by providing high quality customer service not only to students and the general public but to divisional and university staff; and performing other duties assigned.

 

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and related experience are required. Master’s degree and two (2) years of related experience preferred. Prior experience in Admissions, Scholarships, or Financial Aid at a college or university is preferred. Experience in scholarship awarding and working with the Datatel/Colleague SIS is preferred. Additionally, a successful candidate should possess the understanding of admissions and the enrollment process plus a general understanding of financial aid awarding; the ability to be consistently accurate at all times and to make consistent and sound decisions based on facts; experience with Datatel Student Information Systems; the ability to be systemic in prioritizing responsibilities and expectations; superior analytical, oral, and written communication skill; self-motivation; the ability to deliver superior customer service to students, parents, and stakeholders; and proficiency in developing spreadsheets and report writing; and strong statistical knowledge. This position requires considerable contact with students, staff, faculty and administration.

 

Interested applicants may apply online at http://jobs.coastal.edu or online in the Office of Human Resources and Equal Opportunity, Coastal Carolina University, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Friday. Applicants should include an application, cover letter, resume and the names and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. Deadline to apply: July 20, 2015.

Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

 

Student Services Program Coordinator II (CB70), full-time position with benefits. State Pay Band: 05. Primary work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overnight travel required for recruitment and professional development activities. Must be able to work evenings and weekends in support of recruitment initiatives. Must be flexible to meet special scheduling needs of the University.