Coordinator Strategic Outreach & Recruitment, Undergraduate Admissions - UTK

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.

This is an on-campus position with some hybrid/remote work schedule flexibility. 

This position develops and coordinates strategic recruitment initiatives for their territory designed to attract competitive in-state students and assists with establishing in-state recruitment goals by leveraging data from college-preparatory assessments (ACT & SAT) to develop recruitment plans and conduct market analysis. This data driven approach informs territory and overall recruitment goals to ultimately drive our planning and strategy to achieve the University’s enrollment goals. The position counsels a variety of prospective students and parents; represents UTK and Undergraduate Admissions at recruitment events; coordinates and manages schedule of travel, visits, and general office duties; and holistically reviews prospective student applications for admission. This position will be located in Knoxville and have a territory in Tennessee. The position will also work on the Strategic Outreach & Recruitment Team to lead the UT Department of Enrollment management in executing access-driven admission and outreach efforts.

Required Education and Experience: 

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.

 

Preferred Education and Experience: 

• 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.

 

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 the university admissions process. 

• Ability to problem solve and research solutions.

 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of university travel policies. 

• Ability to work with new technologies to enhance recruitment. 

• Ability to communicate fluently in an additional language beyond English.

 

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