Coordinator of Scholarship Support

About the job

Department
C2 HUB - SSR

About the University

Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University ( MSU Denver ) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado’s extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.

At MSU Denver, we are committed to our CADRE values: Community, Access, Diversity, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where all community members are valued and belong. Our dedication to breaking down barriers to education, fostering open dialogue, and promoting world-class scholarship ensures that we provide exceptional services and innovative learning opportunities for our students, faculty, and staff.

Position Description: Summary

This position exists to administer scholarships and provide student support services to scholarship recipients that empower student success in alignment with donor intent. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Scholarship Support, the Coordinator of Scholarship Support will be responsible for multiple high-profile, signature scholarship programs along with a variety of other foundation scholarships as needed.  The Coordinator will provide coaching and holistic student support to a caseload of scholars in addition to event planning, recruitment, and reporting. Supporting foundation scholarships implementation and administration is a cross-departmental collaboration which will involve working with a variety of campus partners as well as donors.

This position will provide education and outreach to students and staff regarding scholarship opportunities in collaboration with campus partners. The Coordinator will also support the C2Hub goal of 100% student career engagement by providing career coaching to scholarship recipients as well as assisting with overall C2Hub career initiatives.

MSU Denver educates a diverse student body, and all programs within Classroom to Career Hub embed inclusive excellence within our practices and philosophies.  Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. Our student population consists of nearly 60% first generation students and over 45% students of ethnic/racial minority backgrounds.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer.

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Position Description:

Scholarship Administration: 50%

• Participate in selection of scholars in accordance with donor agreements and scholarship requirements
• Track and manage scholarship funds
• Provide direct services to a caseload of 70-90 students in support of their retention, career development, and graduation at MSU Denver. Monitor student progress towards meeting scholarship program requirements and provide support as needed.
• Provide group coaching opportunities to scholars in support of their success.
• Collaborate with Classroom to Career Hub team to connect scholars to appropriate career exploration, counseling, and activities/opportunities
• Develop student events and activities designed to build community and enhance skillsets.
• Maintain Canvas courses to track scholarship requirement completion.
• Collaborate with MSU Denver Advancement, Office of Financial Aid, and donors to facilitate a smooth experience for students receiving scholarships.
• Coordinate with MSU Denver Advancement on opportunities for donor stewardship.
• In collaboration with Assistant Director, develop and monitor budget for scholar events, student staff, and other related costs.
• Support for Assistant Director’s Initiatives including but not limited to:
• Reisher Scholarship: support in event planning and execution for participants of the Reisher Scholarship
• Additionally: outreach events, scholars’ community event programming, and collaborative programming with Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. This position will support Assistant Director and Director with scholarship recruitment and nomination processes for applicable scholarship programs. The Coordinator will also assist with reporting appropriate data to any relevant stakeholders, including required end-of-year reports.

Scholarship Awareness and Promotion: 10%

• Act as the lead representative for the C2Hub Scholarship Support Team in scholarship promotion and education.
• Work with partners across campus to develop programming and materials to increase scholarship awareness and access. Recruit and encourage students to apply for scholarship opportunities.

Data Management and Strategic Planning: 10%

• Collaborate with Classroom to Career Hub colleagues, the University Business Intelligence unit, the data warehouse, and other constituents to gather, track, and analyze data associated with C2Hub connected scholarship programs
• Maintain internal program databases and create any additionally needed data management tools.
• Assist in end of year reporting and data sharing agreements with campus and community partners.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervision of Student Staff: 15%

• In collaboration with Assistant Director, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student staff as necessary to support programming and initiatives associated with scholarships.

Student Career Support: 10%

• Support the C2Hub goal of 100% student career engagement by offering career counseling to scholarship recipients during individual meetings through career goal conversations, referrals to campus resources, resume support, etc.
• Provide support to overall C2Hub initiatives through participation in resume review for students, staffing Career Lab, supporting signature events, etc.

Professional Development and Other Duties as Assigned: 5%

• Remain current with regard to trends and developments in higher education and high-impact practices related to scholarship support   through self-directed professional reading, the development of professional contacts with colleagues, attendance at professional development courses/conferences, and trainings as directed by the Supervisor.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Scholarship Support, including but not limited to service on various University committees/taskforces related to student retention and academic support

Position Competencies:

• Leads with values by modeling CADRE values through coaching, clear expectations, accountability, and conflict resolution that strengthens trust and team effectiveness.
• Leads operational excellence by aligning team workflows to departmental goals, managing capacity, supporting performance management, and ensuring compliance through clear communication.
• Leads with purpose by translating strategic goals into clear team priorities, guiding decision-making, and supporting employees through change.
• Fosters collaboration by creating an inclusive team culture, encouraging participation, and connecting people and resources to strengthen collective work.
• Promotes equity and belonging by mitigating bias, elevating diverse voices, and responding to the needs of individuals and teams with care and fairness.
• Leads innovation by encouraging professional growth, leveraging diverse perspectives, and supporting creative solutions that improve team effectiveness.

Required Qualifications: - To be successful in this position, you must have:

• Bachelor’s degree or two years of relevant experience.
• Experience advising, coaching, or supporting students or community members.
• Experience coordinating programs or events with internal or external partners.
• Experience identifying support needs and connecting students or community members with appropriate resources.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Experience working with scholarship programs.
• Experience supervising, training, or mentoring student employees or peer leaders.
• Experience tracking program data and assessing outcomes.
• Experience collaborating with donors or community organizations on scholarships or college access.
• Experience applying practices that support student retention, persistence, career readiness, or student well-being.

Work Hours

Full-time, 40 hours per week, Exempt
Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Evenings and weekend work: As needed
Hybrid Position- This position is campus-based. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, operational needs, and office needs, there may be opportunities for flexibility or an alternative work arrangement. Such arrangements are subject to approval and may be adjusted based on evolving operational and business needs.
Travel: None

Salary for Announcement

Under Colorado law, MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

We anticipate the qualified candidate to be placed between $47,300-$56,000. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Full Consideration Date

Complete applications received by October 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM MST will receive full consideration, however applications will be accepted after this date until the position is filled.

Instructions to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:

• Resume describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Cover Letter

Due to volume of applications received, only applications completed as outlined above will be considered. Please ensure you have uploaded all required documents into the Resume/Cover Letter section of the application.
Professional references and their contact information will be requested from the finalist(s). At least one reference provided must be a supervisor (current or former).

Official transcripts may be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Our commitment to CADRE:

At MSU Denver, we are committed to our CADRE values: Community, Access, Diversity, Respect, and Excellence . We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where all community members are valued and belong. Our dedication to breaking down barriers to education, fostering open dialogue, and promoting world-class scholarship ensures that we provide exceptional services and innovative learning opportunities for our students, faculty, and staff.

Closing Date
Open Until Filled

Posting Representative
Carlos Alcala
Posting Representative Email
calcala1@msudenver.edu
Benefits
The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf .

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu .

Background Checks
Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Diversity Statement
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.