The Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, (UTK) invites applications and nominations for our Associate Director of Strategic Outreach & Recruitment position. We are seeking candidates who can contribute in meaningful ways to enhance the accessibility of higher education, fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment, and improving the recruitment and graduation of our students. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has been ranked by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers, as recognized on the 2024 list.

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

The target starting salary for this position is $68,000 - $73,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

The Position:

This position develops and coordinates strategic recruitment and outreach initiatives designed to attract competitive in-state students. Counsels a diverse set of prospective students and parents. Represents UTK and Undergraduate Admissions at recruitment events. Coordinates and manages schedule of travel, visits, and general office duties. Manages a team of regionally based admission staff in various areas across Tennessee and holistically reviews prospective student applications for admission. This position will have a recruitment territory within Tennessee and supports other states in close proximity as necessary. The position will also work with the Strategic Outreach & Recruitment team to lead the UT Division of Enrollment Management in executing inclusive admission and outreach efforts statewide and nationally. This position will reside within the state of Tennessee, preferably but not limited to the following cities: Knoxville, Memphis, Nashville, or Chattanooga.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree-

• 3+ Years professional experience in admissions, counseling, teaching or advising at a primary, secondary school, or regionally accredited college or university.

• Experience giving oral presentations.

• Experience working with diverse populations.

• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, data driven decision making and relationship building.

• Experience communicating effectively with students and families from broadly diverse socioeconomic and sociocultural backgrounds.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Master's Degree-

• 5+ Years professional experience in admissions, counseling, teaching or advising at a primary, secondary school, or regionally accredited college or university. Experience people management.

• Experience giving oral presentations.

• Experience working with diverse populations.

• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, data driven decision making and relationship building.

• Experience communicating effectively with students and families from broadly diverse socioeconomic and sociocultural backgrounds.

• Territory management, report building and maintenance, and the use of data driven decision making for planning and strategy development.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Attention to detail, writing, listening and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to independently, and strategically plan visits, events and presentations for prospective students.

• Ability to lift, transport and distribute objects up to 40 pounds.

• Oral presentation/public speaking skills. Knowledge of university admissions process.

• Ability to problem solve and research solutions.

• Ability to strategically plan, with experience in territory management, report building/maintenance, and the use of data for decisions, planning and strategy development.

• Knowledge and skills in specifically leading a team of staff, to recruit students of varying academic abilities and varying socioeconomic backgrounds, reinforcing organizational and institutional vision as team contributes to broad department and university goals.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of university travel policies.

• Ability to work with new technologies to enhance recruitment.

• Ability to communicate effectively with primary and secondary school aged youth.

• Ability to speak an additional language beyond English fluently.

Benefits:

University of Tennessee employees are eligible for a comprehensive suite of benefits that includes:

• Generous paid leave, accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days

• Flexible work arrangements, offering a hybrid schedule to most team members

• Education benefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses

• Retirement and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

• Employee discounts to attractions, services, and goods

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.