Scholarship Director

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Scholarship Director is a full-time position and reports to the Executive Director to ensure the Teton County Scholarship Program (TCSP) operates effectively. Responsibilities include: annual application cycle management, award management/disbursements, TCSP donor relations/communications and account management, PR and marketing as related to TCSP,  and manages the annual scholarship night celebration.

ABOUT THE FUND FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION:

Founded in 2007, the Fund for Public Education (FPE) raises funds and provides resources for whole-child wellness, educational equity, academic opportunities, leadership development, and district capacity in Teton County WY’s public schools. 

ABOUT THE TETON COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM:

The Fund for Public Education co-administers the Teton County Scholarship Program with the Community Foundation of Jackson Hole, in partnership with Teton County School District #1 (TCSD#1). The program manages more than 75 local scholarships supported by 60+ community donors.  Each year, over $1,200,000 is awarded to approximately 150 graduating seniors, primarily from Teton County, Wyoming. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Scholarship Director works with TCSD#1 and community partners to ensure success for over 150 scholarship applicants and more than 50 donors. The Scholarship Director will oversee all aspects of the scholarship program as part of a collaborative team. Responsibilities include:

Program Development and Management

• Steward existing scholarships and associated donors while growing the program. Collaborates with the Director of Development and the Executive Director to increase equity and outreach. Represents TCSP at all donor-relevant events.

• Protects students' best interests and balances donors’ needs. Works with partners to maximize the impact of TCSP.  Maximize student participation and success through a positive application experience

• Develops relationships with students to support and guide them through the application and award process.

• Maintains accurate financial records. Creates an annual account report. Ensures donor accounts are up to date and accurate. Provide regular updates on the impact of scholarships to donors. 

• Track scholarship activity, analyze data, and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders. 

• Ensures compliance with all relevant federal, state, and institutional regulations

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong leadership and management skills. 

• Have at least 3 years of experience in the administration of complex programs. Ability to learn scholarship and donor software, and manage databases.

• Be friendly and professional with excellent communication and diplomacy skills, including public speaking.

• Be happy working in a collaborative environment

• Be able to work respectfully with diverse stakeholders who have different needs and timelines

• Be punctual, organized, and able to complete work on a deadline

• Be able to accommodate occasional weekend or evening events and a workload that varies throughout the yearly TCSP cycle

• Have a passion for education and student development

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bilingual (English and Spanish)

• Familiarity with Excel, G-Suite/Google Workspace, and/or Adobe Acrobat

TO APPLY:

Candidates interested in applying for the position, please send a resume, cover letter with a timeline for availability, and three professional references to the Fund for Public Education, care of Annie Band, [email protected].

Applications will be reviewed by the ED/Board of Directors. Candidates will be updated by email as the search progresses; this position will remain open until filled.