Tribal Operations Specialist

University of Phoenix

Tribal student operations specialist supporting enrollment, clearance, and scholarship funding at University of Phoenix. Maintaining student records and coordinating benefits across internal teams.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40,200 - $72,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tribal scholarship processing and enrollment services, ensuring compliance with tribal policies and effective communication with students and staff. Proficient in data analysis and maintaining accurate student records to support tribal funding initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Tribal Scholarship ProcessingHigher Education ExperienceMS Office ProficiencyExceptional Organization SkillsCustomer Service Excellence

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Hard Skills

Tribal Scholarship FundingData AnalysisEnrollment ProcessesPolicy InterpretationRecord Maintenance

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationVerbal Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTimely Follow-UpCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeOutlookSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGEDBachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Tribal Employer Service AgreementsTribal ClearanceTribal Retention StrategyBusiness DevelopmentTribal Conferences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a primary contact for students and Enrollment staff regarding tribal employer service agreements, tribal scholarship funding, and related services and benefits
Assist new and current tribal students with enrollment and funding processes, including tribal clearance, in accordance with policies and tribal requirements
Ensure timely completion of processes to meet tribal deadlines
Collaborate with Re-Entry, Alumni, Single Course, Military, and other internal teams to process tribal benefits for unique circumstances
Serve as the primary point of contact for Enrollment staff to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely processing
Stay current on business and tribal partnership promotions, discounts, and scholarships
Maintain accurate and timely student records documenting current and next steps through the tribal process
Implement daily and weekly Tribal Retention Strategy processes to mitigate potential education barriers
Travel as needed to Tribal conferences, tradeshows, and college fairs for business development
Perform other duties as assigned or apparent

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED
Three (3) years of experience in higher education or tribal scholarship processing
Strong computer skills including intermediate knowledge of MS Office, Outlook, and SharePoint
Advanced knowledge of systems and processes related to tribal scholarship funding
Exceptional organization, excellent written and verbal communication skills, timely follow up and superior customer service skills
Ability to collect, analyze and interpret data, including policies and procedures, to troubleshoot and solve potential issues related to tribal funding and benefits
Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced team environment with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to travel as needed to attend Tribal conferences, tradeshows and college fairs
Bachelor’s Degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Life and Disability insurance
Wellness incentive program
Competitive 401(k) employer match
Substantial tuition discount for you and eligible dependents
Generous time off package, including paid vacation, sick time and company holidays
Excellent benefits
Recognition program
Learning and development tools
Tuition vouchers for employees and their qualified family members