Coordinator of Strategic Outreach & Recruitment - Office of Undergraduate Admissions - UTK

University of Tennessee • Nashville, TN

2d • $49,035 • 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 & Recruitment position. This position will be located in Nashville, TN . 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 2025 list. The minimum starting salary for this position is $49,035. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Responsibilities This position develops and coordinates strategic recruitment and early 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. Holistically reviews prospective student applications for admission. Based in Nashville and has a recruitment territory focused on Middle Tennessee and support states in proximity. Serve as a member of the Strategic Outreach and Recruitment (SOAR) Team to lead the UT Department of Enrollment Management in executing inclusive admission and outreach efforts.

Requirements

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

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
• 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

Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates strategic recruitment and early 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.
• Holistically reviews prospective student applications for admission.
• Based in Nashville and has a recruitment territory focused on Middle Tennessee and support states in proximity.
• Serve as a member of the Strategic Outreach and Recruitment (SOAR) Team to lead the UT Department of Enrollment Management in executing inclusive 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 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level