Support Student Success as a Scholarship Coordinator at CWI! 

Are you passionate about helping students access the financial resources they need to thrive? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking a Scholarship Coordinator to lead the administration of institutional, state, foundation, and external scholarships—ensuring timely, compliant, and student-centered delivery of aid. 

Why Join CWI? 

At CWI, we are committed to student success and equity. As a Scholarship Coordinator, you’ll collaborate across departments and with community partners to manage scholarship programs that directly impact students’ educational journeys. 

Benefits: 

CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education, including: 

• Premium healthcare plans 

• 11%+ employer retirement contributions 

• Tuition discounts 

• Generous personal leave 

• Opportunities for professional development 

Strategic Scholarship Leadership: 

• Serve as the primary contact for all scholarship-related activities within the Financial Aid unit 

• Coordinate the delivery of institutional, state, foundation, and external scholarships 

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations 

Impactful Work in Higher Education: 

• Collaborate with the CWI Foundation to assess scholarship needs and recommend awards 

• Support students and families with accurate financial aid information and guidance 

• Assist in budget management, program development, and reconciliation of scholarship funds 

Collaborative & Compliance-Focused Environment: 

• Work closely with Enrollment & Student Services, Grants, and other departments 

• Maintain expert-level knowledge of financial aid policies and systems 

• Provide training, public speaking, and leadership to foster a culture of excellence 

Key Responsibilities: 

Scholarship Administration 

• Coordinate and process all scholarship awards 

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and institutional policies 

• Serve as liaison between Financial Aid and other departments 

Student & Staff Support 

• Advise students and families on scholarship opportunities and requirements 

• Train staff and provide expert guidance on scholarship processes 

• Represent CWI positively in diverse communities and public forums 

Reporting & Compliance 

• Run reports, analyze data, and reconcile scholarship funds 

• Stay current on federal and state financial aid regulations 

• Support ongoing compliance efforts across the institution 

Other Duties 

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned 

• Some evening and weekend hours may be required 

What We’re Looking For: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent college experience 

• One year of experience in financial aid or postsecondary student services, or three years in a related professional role 

• Experience with CampusLogic and/or Ellucian Colleague SIS or other ERP systems (preferred) 

• Strong data analysis and reporting skills 

• Strong cross-cultural communication and public speaking skills 

• Ability to work collaboratively and represent the college positively