Coordinator, Scholarship Project

Coordinator, Scholarship Project

Salary

$0.00 Monthly

Location

Lorman, MS

Job Type

Full-Time Staff

Job Number

FY202600117

Department

College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences

Opening Date

05/06/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Job Title

Coordinator, Scholarship Project

Essential Job Functions

• Works actively with CAAS Office of Student Services, CAAS faculty, staff and student body.
• Serves as point of contact for this funded research project
• Coordinates project activities on academics, research, extension and outreach events, and training sessions
• Coordinates with CAAS on project financial and budget management, report to project directors on participant reimbursements, purchase orders, and other transactions
• Complies project document for annual performance report
• Contributes to CAAS student recruitment through project activities
• Leads project activities at department, college, and university level for agriculture and natural resource programs
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Education - B.S. degree in agriculture, education, business, finance, etc. or closely related field

Minimum Experience - Two years (2) research project experience

Licensees/Certifications - Valid MS drivers license

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of CAAS policies and procedures
• Knowledge of FANH programs
• Knowledge of academic, research, and extension, and outreach project management
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office projects and other databases
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal
• Ability to make independent professional judgments with integrity
• Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, faculty, administrators, and other stakeholders with limited direct supervision

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

Employer Alcorn State University

Address 1000 ASU Drive, #390

Lorman, Mississippi, 39096

Phone 6018776188

Website https://www.alcorn.edu/