Pre College Coordinator - Division of Enrollment Management

Pre-College Programs (Hiring Multiple Positions)

Division of Enrollment Management

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

The Office of Pre-College Programs at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, (UTK) invites applications and nominations for our Pre-College Coordinator position. We are seeking candidates who can contribute in meaningful ways to enhancing the accessibility of higher education, fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment, improving the recruitment and graduation of our students.

Applications received within the first 2 weeks (14 days) of the job posting date will receive priority review.

The Position:

This is an on-campus position with some hybrid/remote work schedule flexibility.

The position will collaborate with the Assistant Director, the Visitors Center team, and general workflow. They will build and foster internal and external partnerships that lead to new partners as well as grow existing and new initiatives to assist the department's goals and strategic recruitment plan. This position also provides a critical role in the general coordination and implementation of STEM programs for middle and high school students and admission events through the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. This position will be responsible for executing all aspects of programs directed toward pre-college students, including the Tennessee Governor's School for the Sciences and Engineering, 4H Next Chapter initiative, Tennessee State Science Olympiad, Tennessee Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, Southern Appalachian Science and Engineering Fair, Virtual Science Club and other strategic event priorities and initiatives. In addition, this position will collaborate with the Visitor Center's Event Coordinators to plan and execute admissions events. The coordinator will interact with many faculty, staff, and students at the campus level and with scientific researchers outside campus.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree-

• 2 years of relevant experience in event planning, grant-funded programs, or contract negotiation in education or other business settings

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 1 year experience and knowledge working with STEM/STEAM programs, 4-H programs, rural college access initiatives, school counseling, or science/agricultural education

• 1 year experience and knowledge working with college faculty and college students

• 3 years of experience and knowledge with event management

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to function in a dynamic environment

• Excellent customer service skills

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, and students

• Ability to multi-task

• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills

• Excellent grammar and proofreading skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Detail oriented

• Possess a strong, proven record of teamwork

• Capable of working individually and in a team environment

• High level of personal initiative

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience and knowledge of working with middle and high school students

• Knowledge and experience working with college faculty and college students

• Knowledge and experience with event management

The Division

The Enrollment Management (EM) division comprises more than 190 full-time staff who serve our students through the following departments and functions: Undergraduate Admissions, International Recruitment, Transfer Center, One Stop Student Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships, the Center for Financial Wellness, University Registrar, Pre-college Research Excellence Programs, EM Research & Analytics, EM Communications, and EM Operations. The Division of Enrollment Management is committed to our Vision, Mission and Values. We are passionate about fulfilling our land-grant mission of accessible education and making an impact that will transform lives through the student experience.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is the state of Tennessee’s flagship university and is classified as a Carnegie Research 1 institution. As a land-grant university and as Volunteers, serving our state and nation is key to our mission. UT enrolls over 35,000 students (more than 6000 graduate/professional students) at its Knoxville campus. Led by the example of our Chancellor’s Cabinet and their Principles for Engagement, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, builds and supports an inclusive community that provides opportunities to lead, serve and engage as Volunteers and citizens. We strive to create a welcoming community rich with diverse experiences. We seek colleagues who are committed to teamwork and have a passion for working with and serving all constituents. We especially seek candidates who have an ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the goals of the university.

The Knoxville Community: Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville has a metropolitan statistical area population of more than 850,000 people. We enjoy a dynamic culture that includes numerous theaters and museums, a vibrant and diverse music scene including a symphony orchestra and an opera company, world-class restaurants, numerous cultural festivals and an active downtown market square. Surrounded by lakes and the Tennessee River, the Knoxville area boasts wonderful year-round water activities, including boating, fishing, and swimming that make for scenic and breathtaking views of the area. Knoxville is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains; and a day’s drive to Memphis, Chicago and Washington D.C.

For full consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter detailing relevant experience along with a resume and the name, e-mail address, and telephone number of three to five professional references. References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate.