Scholar Success Officer

Daniels Fund•Denver, CO

5d•$85,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Scholar Success Officer plays a hands-on role in guiding Daniels Scholars to succeed in college and beyond. This position combines individualized student coaching, data-informed decision making, and program execution to ensure Scholars receive the personalized support central to the Daniels Scholarship Program. The Daniels Scholarship Program offers a four-year college scholarship that provides financial and personal support focused on helping Daniels Scholars succeed in college, and in life. Every year, Daniels Scholars are selected from our four-state region of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. Daniels Scholars have attended more than 400 colleges and universities in 48 states. Through January 2026, the Daniels Scholarship Program has provided more than $250 million in undergraduate scholarships to nearly 5,500 students. The Role The Scholar Success Officer supports Daniels Scholars to succeed in college and in life and will:

Requirements

You are mission-oriented. You have a passionate commitment to Bill Daniels’ mission and values and an eagerness to incorporate his thinking into programmatic activities. You understand first-hand the importance of the foundation always adhering to Bill Daniels’ principles, style, and direction. You value and respect the Fund’s uniqueness, reputation, and impact. You are aligned with Bill Daniels’ values and stated priorities to advance his legacy.
You are results-driven with a demonstrated desire for impact. You have an unyielding focus on impact and are driven by a desire to achieve outcomes. You are motivated by the pursuit of long-term objectives and a focus on metrics for impact.
You are an excellent communicator and collaborator. You use clear and concise language. You understand the context in which you are communicating, and tailor your language accordingly. You have superb written and verbal communications skills, whether in one-on-one or in large gatherings. You represent yourself and your organization in a highly competent and professional manner both internally and externally. You value collaboration and working with various perspectives to achieve outcomes.
You are a relentless prioritizer. You manage your time exceedingly well, especially balancing multiple requests. You effectively manage the details of complex, high stakes projects. You prioritize your day and re-prioritize to be responsive to the activities of the day. You are naturally oriented toward maximizing time for the team and ensuring focus on the appropriate priorities. You can effectively “manage up” to ensure tasks are completed.
You are a proactive and persistent problem solver. You have an analytical mind that examines data to understand issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems. You have demonstrated experience addressing complex issues and leading significant initiatives. You adeptly adjust your strategies and approaches informed by evidence and information gathered.
You have an eye for process and administrative efficiency. You see complex projects as discrete pieces and pathways to achieve the end goal and develop associated work plans. You are excellent at monitoring progress to goals and adjusting the path as needed. You are a project manager at heart with strong organizational, administrative and project management skills. You are self-driven and take initiative to drive administrative improvements within the department.
You are a coach at heart with a passion for helping others achieve their goals. You build trusting relationships and empower others through guidance, encouragement, and accountability. You find purpose in helping individuals grow, overcome challenges, and achieve their aspirations.
You embrace innovation and technology. You are energized by new tools and emerging technologies that can strengthen programs and streamline work. You see innovation as a way to enhance the Scholar experience and improve outcomes.

Responsibilities

Provide regular communication, resources, and individualized support that strengthen Scholars’ academic, personal, and professional success.
Serve as the primary point of contact for an assigned cohort of Scholars, assessing and processing individual requests in alignment with program expectations and policies.
Monitor Scholar compliance by reviewing academic performance, graduation plans, work verification reports, and other required documentation.
Uphold the Daniels Scholar Code of Conduct and assist in managing disciplinary situations as appropriate.
Develop and deliver programmatic activities and materials that build knowledge, develop character, strengthen leadership, and enhance Scholars’ commitment to civic engagement, free enterprise and giving back.
Foster partnerships at campus sites by coordinating scholar success activities with scholar ambassadors and campus staff.
Engage Scholars consistently through Daniels Scholar Connect to cultivate community and encourage active participation.
Contribute to the planning and execution of major Scholarship events, including the SHIFT College Orientation Conference, and support annual Scholar selection.
Utilize Salesforce and AI tools to analyze Scholar progress, track key outcomes, and generate insights that inform program improvements.
Maintain accurate records and strong data hygiene within Salesforce for assigned Scholars.
Support operational effectiveness through process improvements, Scholar Portal updates, documentation review, and timely responsiveness to scholar needs.
Serve as a project manager for large-scale scholarship initiatives across departments as needed.
Coordinate with colleagues to ensure alignment and contribute to the continuous enhancement of scholar support systems.
Write clear, compelling, and engaging content for distribution to Scholars and for use on program communication channels and social media.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of Scholars and the effectiveness of the Scholarship Program.