FIT NYC Part-Time Scholarship & Outreach Coordinator, Center for Precollege Programs

About Fashion Institute of Technology:

The Fashion Institute of Technology, a part of the State University of New York, has been a leader in career education in art, design, business, and technology for over 70 years. With a curriculum that provides a singular blend of hands-on, practical experience, classroom study, and a firm grounding in the liberal arts, FIT offers a wide range of outstanding programs that are relevant to today's rapidly changing industries. Internationally renowned, FIT draws on its New York City location to provide a vibrant, creative community in which to learn. The college offers more than 45 majors and grants AAS, BFA, BS, MA, MFA, and MPS degrees, preparing students for professional success and leadership in the global marketplace.

With close ties to industry, FIT draws faculty from the city's art, business, and design elite, and from the rich academic community of the region. The College continually seeks creative faculty members who are passionate about their field and demonstrate exceptional professional capability in the core competencies of instruction design, learning enrichment, globalism, and use of technology, as well as mastery of established and emerging industry practices.

Job Description:

The Scholarship & Outreach Coordinator is a mission-driven, detail-oriented professional who will lead and manage FIT Precollege's external scholarships, awards, and partnership pipelines. This role will oversee the full lifecycle of scholarships from outreach and application processing to recipient communication and reporting, while building new relationships with high schools, industry sponsors, community groups, and grant-making organizations. With a strong focus on access, equity, and outreach, this person will support the growth of scholarship-based enrollment and cultivate long-term partner networks to ensure diverse participation in FITs Precollege Programs.

Essential Functions:

Scholarship & Award Administration

• Manage all external scholarship programs and awards (e.g., CWC, Decorators Club, SJC, Foundation support), including donor stewardship activities such as coordinating recipient thank-you notes, follow-up communications, and donor recognition events.
• Oversee the application, review, selection, and communication processes for scholarship recipients.
• Track student progress and scholarship compliance by monitoring academic standing, managing award renewals, reviewing appeals, and ensuring FERPA- and privacy-compliant reporting.
• Conduct ongoing research on educational best practices, government regulations, and policy changes related to scholarships and grants to ensure compliance, equity, and alignment with industry standards.
• Monitor and implement updates to scholarship compliance, accessibility, and equity best practices.

Outreach & Partnership Development

• Serve as the primary liaison between partner high schools, community organizations, and Precollege administration.
• Maintain a semester-based scholarship and partnership tracker to ensure timely outreach, coordination, and follow-up.
• Conduct outreach to new high schools (local, regional, and international), nonprofits, and educational networks to expand access and visibility.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local schools and community organizations to enhance recruitment and program awareness.
• Research and apply for small grants or sponsorships that support tuition access and student participation.
• Represent Precollege Programs in presentations, briefings, and partner meetings (virtual or in-person).

Student & Family Support

• Develop materials and forms for schools and partners to nominate students and understand scholarship application timelines.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of Precollege programs to effectively guide students and families in making informed participation decisions.
• Collect, organize, and document student feedback and impact stories for reporting, assessment, and marketing purposes.

Events & Program Coordination

• Organize and support virtual and in-person events, including webinars, information sessions, alumni panels, and donor or scholarship recognition events.
• Support communication and scheduling with faculty and instructors to ensure smooth program delivery.
• Support the implementation of safety protocols and emergency procedures during events and program activities involving minors.

Internal Coordination & Collaboration

• Organize internal meetings and maintain effective communication channels within the Precollege team to coordinate scholarships, outreach, and related initiatives.
• Collaborate with FIT Development/Foundation, faculty, and Marketing teams to align outreach, stewardship, and visibility efforts.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree required.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience working with high school populations, nonprofits, or grant programs.
• Experience with educational access and youth development.
• Experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion in educational or youth-serving environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience working with high school populations, nonprofits, or grant programs.
• Degree in Education, Nonprofit Management, Arts Administration, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Familiarity with scholarship and application platforms (e.g., Google Forms or similar tools).
• Understanding of youth education pathways, creative industries, and access initiatives.
• Awareness of culturally responsive practices when working with diverse and historically underrepresented student populations.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Ability to draft reports, outreach letters, and impact summaries for internal and external audiences.
• Experience managing deadlines, coordinating logistics, and tracking student data.
• Relationship-building skills with educators, counselors, and community partners.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; detail-oriented.
• Proven ability to communicate technical and compliance requirements clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive data with integrity, ensuring privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to build and sustain long-term partnerships with schools, educators, and community leaders.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter, identifying and pursuing new opportunities or partners.
• Ability to apply empathy, cultural competence, and discretion when working with diverse student populations.
• Capacity to align daily work with mission-driven goals, particularly expanding access and opportunity pathways.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all operational and academic processes.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

Additional Information:

Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.

CBA Title

Research Assistant

Salary

Salary: $37.09 per hour

The UCE-FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) dictates the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment. Hiring Salary: $37.09 per hour with step increments per Salary Schedule 90, after eighteen (18) months of service and annually thereafter.

Work Schedule

Days/Hours: M/T/F, 9am-3pm, Sat 9am-4pm; 25 hours per week; in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

Benefits

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.

• Retirement Plans
• Health Care Plan and Dental Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefit Plan
• FIT Tuition Exemption Program
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holidays)
• 4-day Summer Workweek
• Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage .

Pay Equity by State Employers

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at View phone number on us.fitly.work or via email at View email address on us.fitly.work.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, View phone number on us.fitly.work.

Annual Security Report

The safety and well-being of FIT's students, faculty, staff, and visitors is of paramount importance. Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, FIT publishes an annual report containing crime statistics and statements of security policy, accessible here: Safety Statistics . A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request by contacting Public Safety's administrative office number at View phone number on us.fitly.work.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The working conditions for this position will be primarily in an office space. The physical requirement for this position will require frequent sitting, occasional standing, occasional bending or twisting, occasional walking, occasional pulling, pushing, or reaching, occasional repetitive motions, frequent use of hands to handle objects, and occasionally lifting 20 lbs. or less.

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for this position, please submit the following documents online:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcript
• A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses

Returning Applicants - Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application material.

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to contact each applicant individually.

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