Catholic Diocese of Cleveland
Position Announcement
Office of Catholic Education – Villa Angela – St. Joseph High School
State Scholarship Coordinator
18491 Lakeshore Blvd.
Cleveland, OH 44119
https://vasj.com/
Full-time, 10-month position, Non-exempt
Reports to: Principal of Villa Angela – St. Joseph
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Cleveland was founded on April 23, 1847. Under the leadership of the Most Reverend Edward G. Malesic, Bishop of Cleveland, it is the twenty-third largest Diocese in the United States. The Diocese encompasses the counties of Cuyahoga, Summit, Lorain, Lake, Geauga, Medina, Wayne, and Ashland. There are more than 692,000 Catholics in the Diocese, and Catholic Charities- Diocese of Cleveland is one of the largest diocesan systems of social services in the world. There are 185 parishes, 110 Catholic schools, 1 pastoral center, and 1 mission office within the Diocese. The cathedral is the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, located in downtown Cleveland.
The Office of Catholic Education provides expertise, experience, and energy to lead and assist those who carry out the education ministries of the Diocese of Cleveland. In steadfast support of our over 40,000 students and their families, the Office works to ensure that each school has the capacity to deliver strong, positive, irresistibly Catholic education for continued growth in academic excellence and faith formation.
The Catholic Diocese of Cleveland and Villa Angela – St. Joseph High School (VASJ) are pleased to accept applications for the position of State Scholarship Coordinator. Founded in 1990 when Villa Angela Academy merged with St. Joseph High School, Villa Angela– St. Joseph High School is a diocesan-sponsored, co-educational, comprehensive, college preparatory high school rooted in the Ursuline and Marianist traditions. VASJ is committed to the spiritual, academic, and personal growth of each student. With a population of about 500 students in grades nine through twelve, Villa Angela – St. Joseph High School provides young men and women with a nurturing and supportive educational environment in which to grow academically, spiritually, socially, and morally.
The President serves as the chief operating officer of the school, supported by the Director of Advancement, Director of Finance, Director of Marketing, Director of Buildings & Grounds, and additional staff members responsible for marketing, communications, building maintenance, and advancement. The Principal is the school's chief academic officer, supported by a Dean of Academics, Dean of Students, and other staff, including guidance, athletics, and all faculty.
Primary Function:
Villa Angela – St. Joseph High School is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of State Scholarship Coordinator. Summer hours will vary.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate State Scholarships, Cleveland Scholarship and EdChoice Scholarship including but not limited to assisting families with application and processing of scholarship checks
- Coordinate private scholarships, which may include monthly invoicing
- Collaborate with the attendance officer to ensure student scholarship eligibility, requires monthly entries
- Assist with the lunch program including but not limited to student accounts and daily supervision in the lunchroom
- Manage daily teacher substitution including but not limited to checking teach availability, tracking frequency of subbing, communicating to substitutes the details for that class period
- Data entry of student test scores and creation of reports for analysis and distribution
- Maintenance of faculty absences including but not limited to tracking number of days and types of absences
- Coordinate standardized, AP, and ACT testing at the building level including but not limited to purchasing, scheduling, and monitoring the administration of these tests
- Completing other office duties as assigned
- Present at Open House, Meet the Teacher Night, and High School Nights to provide tuition and scholarship information to prospective families
Qualifications:
- Associates degree or equivalent. A combination of experience and training in lieu of formal post-secondary education will be considered
- Familiarity or knowledge of the Catholic Church, its teachings and traditions. Ability to support the teachings, traditions, and evangelization charge of the Catholic Church.
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
- Knowledge of standard clerical procedures and office operations, including proper telephone and email etiquette
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of tact, discretion and diplomacy with stakeholders
- Previous experience with student information systems is helpful
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of EdChoice (preferred, not required)
- Successful BCI and FBI background checks and VIRTUS certified or willing to be certified.
To Apply:
Candidates choosing to apply should submit a cover letter, resume, and completed Diocese of Cleveland Employment Application to Joe Swisher, Human Resources, at jswisher@dioceseofcleveland.org. In the subject line, please enter: VASJ State Scholarship Coordinator.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Cleveland, OH 44119: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
