Foundation Scholarship Officer

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. **

• 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

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 universitys 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.

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 $50000-$56000 commensurate with the candidates education related experience and qualifications. Relocation assistance may be available.

Eligible Universitiesof Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package review theUniversities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide.Use theHealth & Retirement Contributions Estimatorto calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.

• 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).

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience in higher education advancement philanthropy or nonprofit organizations.
• Experience with Raisers Edge NXT Financial Edge or similar enterprise systems.

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.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

(Official Transcripts may be required of finalist)

After you submit your application you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.

Name: Brandin Helmers Executive Assistant to the Vice Chancellor of University Advancement

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Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of -Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at or

The safety and success of students faculty and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students faculty and staff. You may obtain the complete report at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.