Coordinator - Center for Campus Culture and Community - UTK
University Of Tennessee College
A successful candidate must be able to work independently or within a group dynamic to accomplish departmental and divisional goals and objectives. This position 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 by utilizing technology such as Campus Labs/Baseline to compile program/event statistics each semester for the annual report.
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 by utilizing technology such as Campus Labs/Baseline to 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.
The coordinator is an integral part of the Campus Culture and Community team.
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
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, or 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, Hybrid, or Remote: 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.
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
- Planning, production, marketing, and assessment of programs and activities
- 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 by utilizing technology such as Campus Labs
- 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