Careers

We’re Hiring!

APIA Scholars’ vision is to create opportunities for all Asian and Pacific Islander Americans to have access to higher education and support through the higher education experience. Our staff are united on this common goal and believe together we can make an impact.

If you’re interested in joining us to bring that vision to life, we invite you to consider applying to our open roles. We look forward to connecting!

Work With Us

As an employer, APIA Scholars’ strives to consistently reconfirm that our employees and their wellbeing are our top priority, with a focus on providing innovative and comprehensive benefits to support a holistic work-life balance that enables our staff to thrive.

We believe together we can make an impact. We believe that diversity and inclusion powers impact by incorporating different perspectives and leading to better solutions. As an organization we aim to foster a sense of belonging by embracing our differences and creating space for all to be heard, feel valued and appreciated. 

APIA Scholars encourages applicants from historically marginalized populations to consider our team as your next opportunity for change.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and advancement regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or Veteran status.

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Our Benefits Include

Competitive salary. Through an external HR firm, APIA Scholars conducts market-based research on comparable salaries for each position every two years to ensure our salaries are competitive*, and staff responsibilities and titles remain in sync with job markets to ensure our employees future success.

We also offer a 401k Retirement Plan and an opportunity to speak with a financial advisory firm for personal now and future planning.

Salary Ranges (as of July 2023):
Chief – $154,000 -$246,000
VP – $121,000 – $188,000
Senior Director – $94,000 – $146,000
Director – $72,000 – $108,000
Manager – $56,000 – $84,000
Associate – $44,000 – $66,000

4 Day Work Week. Since October 2022, APIA Scholars has moved to a 4-day work week to support a holistic work life balance for our staff.

Professional Development Funding. Dedicated funding for staff members to pursue additional professional development opportunities, such as conference attendance, certificates, continuing education credits and more. Tuition Assistance funding is also available on an application basis. 

Generous Paid Time Off. APIA Scholars recognizes that employees have diverse needs for time off from work and have created a Sick and Safe Leave (SSL) and Vacation policy that promotes flexibility and support for these needs.

Federal Holidays
15 Vacation days
10 SSL days 
Winter Office Closure December 24-January 2nd

Physical and Mental Wellness Supports. APIA Scholars provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, and more.

Gold (Platinum – optional) Health Insurance with CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield. 
Dental and Vision Coverage with Guardian
Free gym in office building
Mental Health supports provided through CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield

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