Service Scholarships Coordinator

Carson-Newman University is a Christian, liberal arts-based University built upon the Lordship of Jesus Christ as evidenced historically and revealed in the Scriptures.

Our mission as Christian educators is to help our students reach their full potential as educated citizens and worldwide servant leaders.

Job Title:

Service Scholarships Coordinator

Department:
Center for Community Engagement

Reports To:

Director of the Center for Community Engagement

Location:

On-site

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Annual duration: 12-month

Expected hours per week:
Full-time, including some nights and weekend work.

Part-time hours, if applicable: N/A

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Help oversee team of student interns and federal work study students assigned to the Center for Community Engagement.

Summary

Description:

The Service Scholarship Coordinator will help oversee all aspects of the Bonner, Six8, Faith & Justice and Community Connections Scholars, including recruitment, selection, orientation, training, placement, reflection and evaluation.

Essential Functions:

* As an intentionally Christian academic community hiring Christian educators, all employees will be expected to advance the mission, vision, and identity of Carson-Newman University as defined in university policy and expressed in our strategic plan and are expected to work as cooperative and collegial members of the University.

* The University expects all employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is appropriate for a Christian institution and to be worthy examples in moral conduct and behavior for the students of the University and fellow employees both on and off campus.

* Regular attendance during scheduled work hours reflects a commitment to our shared mission and the campus community.

* All work must be performed in alignment with the terms of the signed contract, if applicable.

* As Christian educators, all employees of the University should regularly attend and actively participate in a local church.

* Help develop and implement programming that demonstrates and proclaims the Gospel by equipping students for a lifetime of Christ-like service.

* Build strong connections with and work alongside community site partners to support students and meet community needs.

* Help coordinate the Bonner, Six8, Faith & Justice, and Community Connections Scholars programs.

* Mentor students throughout their C-N journey, offering advice, support, and referral to resources where needed.

* Manage online and in office data and paperwork related to running the scholarship programs.

* Serve on assigned university committees and other duties as assigned by the Director of the Center for Community Engagement

* This description is designed to describe the general nature of the job and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and duties. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned and included in assessments and reviews.

* Other duties as assigned

Education:

Must possess a four year degree

Experience:

· Previous experience with workshop and/or training development & evaluation.
· Previous experience with event planning and leading students
· Experience working in community-based ministry, the nonprofit sector and/or higher education administration.
· Experience managing online or technological data tracking resources.

Required Skills:

· Ability to articulate strong connections between Christian faith and community development.
· Ability to organize and lead groupnmeetings.
· Ability to work with a variety of community agencies and nonprofits.
· Strong organizational and communication skills.
· Ability to work well with college students and young adults.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time. Must be able to access and navigate campus facilities.