<h2>Overview</h2> Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in education and coastal science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved educational programs. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Scholarship Support Specialist V to join our growing team.   This position is contingent on contract award. <h2>Responsibilities</h2> Duties will include the following: <li>Support the student scholarship application, administrative review, and selection processes.</li> <li>Track and monitor student progress in the student scholarship programs.</li> <li>Organize, update, and maintain electronic program files</li> <li>Assist with the preparation of responses to request for information for review and approval by the Program Managers.</li> <li>Maintain, track, and field inquiries from the designated Scholarship phone line regarding NOAA student scholarship programs.</li> <li>Support the scholarship program staff during the student Orientation Program and the Science and Education Symposium.</li> <li>Assist with the planning, scheduling, organizing, and facilitation of Student Scholarship meetings.</li> <li>Participate in student recruitment activities and events.</li> <li>Conduct other education and outreach activities in support of the education and scholarship programs, as needed.</li> <li>Work with NOAA Security Office to issue badges for scholars.</li> <li>Draft and prepare correspondence for the Scholarships Program Managers’ signature.</li> <li>Maintain a calendar of events, activities, and major deadlines for scholarship programs.</li> <li>Provide support for maintaining an active scholarship alumni network and for tracking alumni to collect information about their post-fellowship professional accomplishments.</li> <li>Participate in professional development, as appropriate.</li> <h2>Qualifications</h2> The Scholarship Support Specialist V selected should have the following:   ■ Performs a variety of primarily administrative duties in support of the Hollings and/or the EPP/MSI undergraduate scholarship programs. Supports the student scholarship application, administrative review, and selection processes. Tracks and monitors student progress in the student scholarship programs. Organizes, updates, and maintains electronic program files. Assists with the preparation of responses to request for information for review and approval by the Program Managers. Maintains, tracks, and fields inquiries from the designated Scholarship phone line regarding NOAA student scholarship programs. Supports the scholarship program federal staff during the student Orientation Program and the Science and Education Symposium. ● Assists with the planning, scheduling, organizing, and facilitation of Student Scholarship meetings. Participates in student recruitment activities and events.● Conducts other education and outreach activities in support of the education and scholarship programs, as needed. Submit content for Office of Education social media and web presence.● Works with NOAA Security Office to issue badges for scholars. Drafts and prepares correspondence for the Scholarships Program Managers’ signature. Provides guidance support for junior contractor staff on the team.● Maintain a calendar of events, activities, and major deadlines for scholarship programs. Serves as on-site supervisor for junior contractor staff on the team.   Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), and more than 8 years of experience.                   About Lynker   Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.   We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.   Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following: <ul> <li>Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost</li> <li>Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision</li> <li>Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays</li> <li>Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with company-matching</li> <li>Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!</li> <li>Flexible spending accounts</li> <li>Employee assistance program (EAP)</li> <li>Short- and long-term disability insurance</li> <li>Life and accident insurance</li> <li>Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year</li> <li>Spot bonuses for exceptional performance</li> <li>Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses</li> <li>Employee Referral Program</li> <li>Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace</li> <li>Personalized career growth plans for every employee</li> </ul> Lynker is an E-Verify employer.     Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.   ⚠️ Fraud Alert: Recruitment Scam Warning: Lynker has been made aware of fraudulent individuals posing as Lynker recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. All legitimate Lynker job postings are listed on our official careers page. Communication from Lynker recruiters will come from an official @lynker.com email address.

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