Coordinator Strategic Outreach & Recruitment, Undergraduate Admissions - UTK

University of Tennessee • Knoxville, TN

276d • $41,000 - $45,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) invites applications and nominations for our Coordinator, Strategic Outreach and 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 $41,000 - $45,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Professional experience in admissions, counseling, teaching, or advising at primary, secondary school, or a regionally accredited college or university.
• Experience giving oral presentations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, data driven decision making and relationship building.
• Territory management, report building and maintenance, and the use of data driven decision making for planning and strategy development.
• Experience communicating effectively with students and families from broadly diverse socioeconomic and sociocultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate strategic recruitment initiatives for their territory designed to attract competitive in-state students.
• Assist with establishing in-state recruitment goals by leveraging data from college-preparatory assessments (ACT & SAT) to develop recruitment plans and conduct market analysis.
• Counsel a variety of prospective students and parents.
• Represent UTK and Undergraduate Admissions at recruitment events.
• Coordinate and manage schedule of travel, visits, and general office duties.
• Holistically review prospective student applications for admission.
• Work on the Strategic Outreach & Recruitment Team to lead the UT Department of Enrollment management in executing access-driven admission and outreach efforts.

Benefits

• 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 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree