Manager of Scholarships

Overview

Manager of Scholarships role at Central Washington University in Ellensburg, Washington. This is a campus-based position within the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (OFAS). The role supports the university's scholarship processes, policies, and compliance while serving students and internal partners.

Salary and benefits

This role has a base pay range of $49,833.00 / yr - $69,766.00 / yr . The actual pay is based on skills and experience. CWU offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, discounts, an employee assistance program, wellness programs, and more. See Benefits, Perks, and Leave for details.

Responsibilities

• Manage scholarship funds for the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (OFAS), including institutional, foundation, and external scholarships.
• Oversee Federal and State scholarships requiring an application process (e.g., TEACH and WAVE).
• Manage Private and Alternative loan programs and act as a subject matter expert to post, adjust, and return scholarship awards and funds.
• Document processes, mitigate risks and liabilities, determine eligibility based on cost of attendance, and handle sensitive student data with internal partners.
• Communicate complex financial aid matters with OFAS staff and other departments (e.g., Student Accounts, Foundation, Veterans, Athletics).
• Generate ideas for ongoing development and implementation of office policies, procedures, forms, and related items.
• Collaborate with the Director and Associate Directors of OFAS to implement yearly changes and improvements to the scholarship process.
• Support the Office of Admissions, College in the High School, Running Start, and the Transfer Center with recruiting and assisting incoming students and their support networks.
• Uphold CWU's vision, mission, and values; promote access and opportunity for all students.

Minimum qualifications

Preferred qualifications

Salary details

Salary ranges

This position has a minimum annual salary of $49,833 and maximum $69,766. Tiered ranges (Tier 1 : $49,833 - $56,477; Tier 2 : $56,477 - $63,122; Tier 3 : $63,122 - $69,766) may apply based on experience. Placement within the range is determined by qualifications and experience.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement is based on candidate experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8 : 00am–5 : 00pm (1-hour lunch); occasional evenings and weekends.

Working conditions

Indoor office setting with frequent in-person interactions. Prolonged desk / computer work, data entry, and documentation tasks. Some evening or weekend work and occasional travel may be required.

Benefits (summary)

CWU offers medical and dental insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance, vacation and sick leave, and other benefits. For details, see Benefits, Perks, and Leave and Total Rewards Calculator. Public Service Loan Forgiveness information may be available for eligible employees.

How to apply

To apply, complete the online application and attach :

Screening Begins

October 1, 2025

Other details

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