The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is looking for a vibrant, dynamic individual interested in working in a team environment dedicated to student enrollment and success. This is a new position, which is an exempt, 12-month, full time, non-tenure track staff role that provides an exciting opportunity to be a part of the College of Arts and Sciences.

The University: The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the state’s flagship research institution, a campus of choice for outstanding undergraduates, and a premier graduate institution. Enrolling over 28,000 undergraduate students, the campus is located within the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and beautiful East Tennessee. As a land-grant university, it is committed to excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. In all its activities, the university aims to advance the frontiers of human knowledge and enrich and elevate society. The university values integrity, innovation, leadership, service, inclusion, engagement, success, and wellness.

The Position: As a member of the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) Advising Services staff, the Recruitment Coordinator will serve the College’s departments, and interdisciplinary programs in identifying, recruiting, and enrolling top quality candidates from local and regional schools.

Comprehensive job responsibilities:

• Keep up-to-date knowledge of recruiting trends, as well as the latest strategies and tools of the
  trade needed to effectively reach target audiences,
• Excel in communicating with diverse populations, representing the University and College in a
  manner that reflects its missions and strategic plan,
• Work with prospective students throughout all aspects of the decision-making process and use
  effective interpersonal skills to ensure that the student is confident about their decision regardless
  of outcome for the University,
• Create and conduct specialized and personalized on-campus experiences for prospective
  students and their families,
• In conjunction with other staff, faculty, and academic Deans, develop an annual recruitment plan
  for CAS departments,
• Manage recruitment events on behalf of the College,
• Be able to discuss the academic and experiential learning opportunities within the College for all
  students interested in CAS majors as well as pre-health and pre-law programs,
• Direct the CAS student ambassador program

Further specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and manage participation for, and at times travel to, in-state and out-of-state recruitment
  events for the College,
• Conduct initial academic advising appointments for prospective first year and transfer students,
• Assist with providing first time in college students with academic advising during new student
  orientation,
• Coordinate the College’s involvement in large on-campus recruitment events by participating in
  and recruiting faculty, staff, and student ambassador participation in tabling, presentations, and
  tours,
• Build out opportunities for engaging prospective transfer students virtually and at local and
  regional community colleges,
• Manage the recruitment, hiring, and training of CAS student ambassadors, including running the
  application, interview, and selection process, team-leading a 1-hour student ambassador course,
  spring and fall retreats, and supervising student ambassador performance in conjunction with the
  Assistant Director,
• Collaborate with communications and marketing departments to further develop the message
  content for prospective students for the College and the academic departments while adhering to
  branding guidelines,
• Develop effective messaging strategies for faculty communication with prospective students
• Maintain current knowledge of admissions policies and procedures by serving on admissions
  committees and developing professional rapport with key admissions stakeholders at the
  University level.

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess:

• Excellent oral communication and writing skills
• Proficiency with technology that supports both students and professional practice, such as MS
  Word, Excel, Student Information Systems, Degree Audits, Internet/ online resources, etc.
• Administrative and organization skills with the ability to handle simultaneous projects
• The ability to relate effectively to students and their families, faculty, support staff, and alumni
• Ability to present complex information to groups of students, their families, faculty, and staff
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed
• Skill in event organization and management
  

Required Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree by start date
• Must have a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum two years’ experience in a higher education setting with an emphasis on undergraduate
  student affairs
• Demonstrated success in working with diverse populations
• Knowledge of university admissions, financial aid, and travel policies
• Ability to use new and unfamiliar technologies to enhance recruitment
• Liberal arts background

Salary: $55,000

APPLICATION PROCESS:

For full consideration, applicants must electronically submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name,
address, email, and phone number of three professional references. Applications will be reviewed until
the position is filled. The anticipated start date for this position is April 2025.