The posting
Job Description
The coordinator will work with both campus and community partners to support, educate, and connect students to programs and resources. To align with the culture of assessment within the Division of Student Life, the coordinator will assess learning outcomes of events, programs, and services and compile program/event statistics each semester for the annual report. The coordinator will work with students to provide support and work with campus and community partners to elevate the student experience.
Responsibilities
STUDENT SUPPORT
- Providing guidance and direct support to individual students and student groups
- Organize leadership opportunities to promote individual and holistic student development
PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES
- Program planning, execution, and assessment
- Develop initiatives focused on supporting and expanding programs and services for all student populations
- Collaborate with faculty, professional staff, and students to develop and deliver campus cultural programs and services to various majors, classes, organizations, and departments
RECRUITMENT/TRAINING
- Facilitate educational sessions for students, organizations, and departments that align with institutional goals and mission surrounding fostering a welcoming environment and campus belonging
ASSESSMENT/REPORTING
- Assess learning outcomes of events, programs, and services
- Compile program/event statistics each semester for annual report
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Representing the office at Divisional events
- Serve on various campus committees to support current and the development of new programs and resources for all student populations
- Engage in professional development activities/trainings to maintain current higher education practices
- Negotiate contractual terms with agents
- Support divisional and university strategic initiatives and priorities
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience: 1 yr of professional experience in higher education; Master’s degree may substitute for 1 year of professional experience; 2 years of graduate assistant work counts as 1 year of professional experience
- Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge of identity development and the impact of intersections of identities as it relates to college students Ability to develop innovative programming for varying student populations Knowledge of issues related to the changing landscape of higher education Ability to develop programming that will support university recruitment and retention goals Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Ability to work independently Ability to work in fast-paced environment Someone who is adaptable and works well within a team environment
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, or a related field
- Experience: Direct experience working with college student populations; Experience advising and leading students or student organizations; Experience developing & delivering programs/initiatives in a college setting; Experience teaching courses; Experience leading and facilitating workshops and trainings
Work Location
- Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
- Onsite
Compensation and Benefits
- UT market range: MR08
- Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
- Find more information on UT Benefits here
Application Instructions
To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 Professional References
About The College/Department/Division
The Division of Student Life is comprised of an outstanding group of professionals who create student-centered opportunities that contribute to a transformative Volunteer Experience. These opportunities allow students to grow their skills and knowledge outside of the classroom. From health and wellness to service and engagement, we provide opportunities where students exemplify the Volunteer Spirit, inspiring others to learn, lead, and serve.
Our departments provide essential services that support student success and future growth, fostering engagement, leadership, and wellness while enhancing belonging. Together, they create transformative experiences that help students achieve both academic and personal goals.
About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.
UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy’s largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.
UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.
The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as “Best Employer for New Graduates,” “One of America’s Best Large Employers,” and “Best Workplace for Women,” and has been designated as “Best Place for Working Parents” by Forbes Magazine.
Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!
