Scholarship Process Improvement Coordinator

Scholarship Process Improvement Coordinator

University of Alaska – Posted February 20, 2026 – Full-time – Pay negotiable – Entry (0-2 years)

The Scholarship Process Improvement Coordinator supports the university’s scholarship and enrollment management efforts by leading process optimization and system coordination for UA Foundation–funded scholarships. This role works at the intersection of Financial Aid, the UA Foundation, OIT, and campus partners to ensure scholarship funds are awarded efficiently, equitably, and in alignment with donor intent and institutional priorities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing scholarship lifecycle management—from fund categorization and application configuration to awarding, disbursement, and quality assurance.
• Managing applicant pools and supporting scholarship committees.
• Coordinating system testing and training for Banner and scholarship platform accuracy.
• Monitoring acceptance and over‑award risks.
• Providing data‑driven recommendations to improve award rates and reduce un‑awardable funds.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Eligibility:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Visa sponsorship is not accepted.

This is a full-time, term‑funded, exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.

Initial applications will be reviewed beginning February 2, 2026. Following this initial review, applications will be considered on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is selected.

The University of Alaska reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.

☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Brittany Tappa, Signers’ Business Office HR Coordinator, at bjtappa or .

The University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. It is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.