Assistant Director of Scholarships
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON
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Internal Title
Assistant Director of Scholarships
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
6
Level
1
Department
University Events, Advancement Communications and Donor Relations
Job Purpose
The Assistant Director of Scholarships is responsible for maintaining the Cougar Scholarship Award System (BlackBaud Award Management) on behalf of Institutional Advancement to manage privately funded scholarships awarded by the College. Additional focus for this position is to steward scholarship donors so they know the impact of their gifts and are inspired and motivated to give more through impact reporting and creating unique acknowledgment pieces.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree is required and a minimum of two years related experience in scholarship management, donor relations, development, or alumni relations. Understanding of the Colleges scholarship process is preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Keen organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner. Demonstrated focus on details, quality assurance and results. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of individuals, from students to upper administration and donors. Ability to treat financial and other personal data with confidentiality and discretion. Must be a self-starter and work independently. University Advancement experience and working knowledge of Raisers Edge, BlackBaud Award Management and Banner databases are strongly preferred. Experience with TargetX, Salesforce, Slate, Fire Engine Red, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Microsoft Dynamics may also be useful. Knowledge of graphic design is preferred.
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