Scholarship Process Improvement Coordinator

Overview

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.

Within the department, the Coordinator oversees scholarship lifecycle management—from fund categorization and application configuration to awarding, disbursement, and quality assurance. Responsibilities include managing applicant pools, supporting scholarship committees, coordinating system testing and training, maintaining Banner and scholarship platform accuracy, monitoring acceptance and over award risks, and providing data‑driven recommendations to improve award rates and reduce un‑awardable funds. The position plays a key role in sustaining a scalable, compliant, and student‑centered scholarship operation.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Success depends on strong collaboration and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate fund agreements and enrollment priorities into accurate system configuration. A proactive, data‑driven approach to identifying risks, improving processes, and supporting, equitable awarding is essential.

This is a full‑time, term‑funded, exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, 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 the 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, contact Brittany Tappa, Signers’ Business Office HR Coordinator, at bjtappa or 907‑474‑6353.

* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.*

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

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