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Position Title:
Foundation Scholarship Officer
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Scholarship/Fellowship Officer
Job Duties:
Foundation Scholarship Officer reports directly to the Director of Advancement and oversees and provides support for awarding scholarships through setting and enforcing budgets, maintaining multiple databases, training and providing support to the campus community.
**Full position description is available upon request. * *
Key Job Responsibilities:
Implements scholarship/fellowship processes to meet established policies and strategic direction
Works within the electronic scholarship and/or fellowship system to facilitate the application and awarding process
Participates in and provides training and support for departments, programs, and students in use of the scholarship system and/or in fellowship and other funding options
Leads and develops strategy around the implementation and maintenance of scholarships and/or fellowships that accomplish recruitment and retention goals and meet stakeholder intent
Builds strong relationships with campus and college partners, departments, targeted higher education institutions, and external partners to identify funding opportunities for students and ensure best practices in related activities
Department:
The mission of the UWSP University Advancement Department is to strengthen relationships with university stakeholders and manage engagement by telling the UWSP Story and fundraising activities to secure resources and support for the university’s mission and vision.
University Advancement works to increase the resources available to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point by generating philanthropic interests and volunteer support.
Advancement oversees activities of the UWSP Alumni Association, Major Gift Officers, development and the UWSP Foundation.
Compensation & Benefits:
The Foundation Scholarship Officer is a full-time, salaried, exempt, annual (12-month), academic staff position.
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $50,000-$56,000 commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications. Relocation assistance may be available.
Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide . Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.
Required Qualifications:
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and maintain accuracy in a detail-oriented environment.
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills.
Proficiency with databases, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience in higher education, advancement, philanthropy, or nonprofit organizations.
Experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT, Financial Edge, or similar enterprise systems.
How to Apply:
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by Monday, 10/19/2026, 8 A.M. CST are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
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