Assistant Director of Scholarships - (INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY) (CS26-186)Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Job Summary
Positio Title: Assistant Director of Scholarships - (INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY) (CS26-186)
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Apply Before: 01141
FLSA: Exempt
Description: Description
Assistant Director of Scholarships - Financial Aid (CS26-186) - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
Overview
To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Scholarships - Financial Aid (CS26-186). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.
Why SIUE?
Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.
What You Will Do
FLSA: Exempt
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Supplemental Information
Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs
Application Instructions: How to Apply - Step by Step (Download PDF reader)
Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.
Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.
Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5011 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .
Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification. (Download PDF reader)
Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.
Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.
Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu
EEO Statement
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .
Opening Date: 01/21/2026
Closing Date: 1/24/2026 11:59 PM Central
Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026
Website: https://www.siue.edu/
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Positio Title: Assistant Director of Scholarships - (INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY) (CS26-186)
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Apply Before: 01141
FLSA: Exempt
Description: Description
Assistant Director of Scholarships - Financial Aid (CS26-186) - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
Overview
To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Scholarships - Financial Aid (CS26-186). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.
Why SIUE?
Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.
What You Will Do
- Oversee and administer outside and institutional scholarships, including Meridian, Provost, outside scholarship checks, Cougar Pride, and Haley awards.
- Supervise staff and operations associated with outside and institutional scholarships, including manual awarding during high-volume periods, term-by-term eligibility reviews, student notifications for probation or termination, processing reinstatements for approved appeals, and maintaining accurate scholarship records.
- Collaborate with the Foundation to oversee scholarship award management, including supervising staff assigned to Foundation scholarship awarding and ensuring awards are utilized and distributed accurately.
- Ensure compliance with donor intent and all federal, state, and institutional regulations, while maintaining effective communication among students, departments, and the Foundation to support timely awarding.
- Identify opportunities for process and policy improvement, work with leadership to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness, and train staff on policy implementation and compliance.
- Regularly review and update scholarship policies to ensure alignment with federal, state, and institutional regulations and best practices.
- Participate in regular audits, engage in ongoing professional development, and stay current on financial aid regulations, statutes, and emerging requirement
FLSA: Exempt
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business, communications, humanities, social sciences, or a closely related field to the position.
- One (1) year (12 months) of professional experience working in student services, financial aid/loans or a closely related field within higher education or a related agency.
- Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position, may be required.
NOTE: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.
Preferred skills:
Knowledge of all federal, state, institutional, and private financial aid regulations as they apply to packaging and disbursement of financial aid, disbursement of refunds, and Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).
Knowledge of accounting procedures, and fiscal controls and management principles, practices, and methods.
Skill in time management, organizing work assignments, and responding quickly and effectively to challenges.
Skill in customer service, and oral and written communication.
Ability to resolve difficult situations, to conceptualize, organize, analyze, and interpret data, complex rules, and regulations.
Ability to work in an environment that can be fast-paced and stressful.
Supplemental Information
Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs
Application Instructions: How to Apply - Step by Step (Download PDF reader)
Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.
Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.
Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5011 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .
Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification. (Download PDF reader)
Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.
Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.
Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu
EEO Statement
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .
Opening Date: 01/21/2026
Closing Date: 1/24/2026 11:59 PM Central
Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026
Website: https://www.siue.edu/
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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