Program Specialist; Scholarships

Program Specialist (Scholarships)

Job

Location:

District Support Services Cntr

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

$19.23 - $24.28/hourly, DOE

109

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Summer

Hours:

Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

12 Months

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision
- creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits.

With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.

We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.

Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off:
  Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long-Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

The Program Specialist position within the Institutional Development team provides high-level customer service and serves as a primary contact to students, donors, college personnel, scholarship reviewers, and community partners. The Program Specialist coordinates scholarships and emergency assistance programs by reviewing scholarship applications, determining award eligibility, awarding and distributing scholarships, and supporting compliance with Foundation policies, donor intent, and scholarship guidelines.

This Program Specialist position also coordinates donor stewardship activities by assisting scholarship review committees and distributing thank-you letters, assisting with the maintenance of the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation scholarship management portal, assisting at scholarship-related events, assisting with donor-related initiatives, and coordinating special projects.

35% - Scholarship Administration & Award Processing:

• Coordinate the day-to-day administration of scholarship and emergency assistance programs, including reviewing applications, verifying eligibility requirements, maintaining scholarship records, processing awards, monitoring student eligibility, and supporting scholarship distribution activities.

20% - Donor Stewardship & Program Coordination:

• Coordinate donor stewardship and scholarship support activities, including assisting scholarship review committees, coordinating communications with donors, college representatives, and reviewers, managing student…