Special Events Coordinator, Vice Provost for Student Success at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville in Knoxville, Tennessee

Job Description:

Description

Position Title:         Special Events Coordinator, Vice Provost for Student Success

Reports to:               Program Director for Special Events, Vice Provost for Student Success

Grade/Classification:       MR07/exempt, full-time staff position

 

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville invites applications for the position of Special Events Coordinator, Vice Provost for Student Success.

The University: The University of Tennessee is the state’s flagship research institution, a campus of choice for outstanding undergraduates, and a premier graduate institution. Enrolling over 30,000 students, the campus is located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and beautiful East Tennessee. As a land-grant university, it is committed to excellence in learning, scholarship, and engagement. In all its activities, the university aims to advance the frontiers of human knowledge and enrich and elevate society. The university values intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge, and academic freedom and integrity.

 

The Division: The Division of Student Success at UT works to engage each student scholar’s experience by supporting their unique strengths and goals. It collaborates with UT faculty and staff to help each student scholar maximize their individual strengths and understand how their strengths contribute to their academic dreams, career paths, and personal well-being. As a member of Student Success, the center’s mission is empowering student scholars to create and achieve career goals by providing comprehensive career education.

 

Position Summary: The Coordinator of Special Events plays a role in the development of major programs and special events from enrollment to commencement and beyond for the Division of Student Success and the Office of the Provost. The Coordinator of Special Events is supervised by the Program Director for Special Programs and works collaboratively across the Division of Student Success and with campus partners.

Position Responsibilities:

Event Planning & Program Development:

·         Reporting to the Program Director for Special Programs the Coordinator of Special Events will assist in the oversight of all aspects of major event and special program development (concerts, performances, donor engagement, professional development series, speakers, etc.) for the Division of Student Success. This includes communication and coordination with campus partners and off-campus vendors, management of budget, etc.

·         The coordinator will be secondary point of contact for divisional programs and signature events and will serve as an event manager for select programs and special events for units within Division of Student Success.

·         The incumbent will work with campus partners (Office of the Chancellor, Student Life, Athletics, UTPD, etc.) to develop programs for special populations and strategic initiatives.

Supervision:

·         Indirect supervision of practicum students, Interns, and student employees; Assist with recruitment and selection of professional and student staff.

Leadership:

·         Co-Chair the Vol Success Week Committee and serve on major event committees the Division of Student Success; represent the division as liaison to various offices on campus.

Assessment, Data & Technology:

·         Under the direction of the Program Director, conduct assessment and data analysis of office programs and publications; Participate in self-study and program review process w/ peer/aspirational institutions; Utilize campus technology (i.e. CRM, Survey/Questionnaire Software, etc.). Work with team to identify trends and suggestions for improvements to programs.

Office Responsibilities:

·         Contribute to shared program development in the office and committee work in the division, including but not limited to committee service, staff searches, professional development, expansion of Vol Success Week program.

Qualifications:

·         Event planning skills and experience

·         Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership ability

·         Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

·         Ability to relate effectively with students, parents, alumni and other University partners

 

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

 

Required: Bachelor's Degree; 1-3 years of experience with event planning; Experience programming effectively for a diverse student population

Education/Experience Preferred:

Master's degree in higher education, college student personnel, or related field preferred; Experience working in student activities, new student orientation, or transition programs; Management of high profile events on a college campus; Experience with relevant technology programs (CRM, Survey software, etc.)

Salary:  $45,000 to $47,000 and accompanied by a university benefits package.

Application Process: A review of all applications begins immediately. For full consideration, applicants must apply electronically through the Taleo system including submission of cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references.

Job: Student Services

Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville

Organization: Vice Provost Student Success

Schedule: Full-time

Job Posting: May 15, 2024, 7:59:07 AM Apply Now