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Assistant Director – Office of Campus Culture and Community - UTK
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Assistant Director – Office of Campus Culture and Community - UTK
University of Tennessee - Knoxville —Knoxville, TN
- From $66,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- University
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Assistant Director – Office of Campus Culture and Community - UTK

University of Tennessee Health Science Center -
Knoxville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
From $66,000 a year
14 days ago

Qualifications

Student performance assessment strategies
Academic institution experience
Master's degree
Corporate training teaching experience
Collaboration with other professionals for student support
University teaching experience
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Classroom Teaching
Student activities (student support initiatives)
Student life
Professional development training
University experience

Full Job Description

The Assistant Director is an integral part of the Campus Culture and Community team. A successful candidate must be able to work independently or within a group dynamic to accomplish departmental and divisional goals and objectives. This position assists the Director with oversight, management, and strategic planning of the department with primary focus on the department’s Contribute with Purpose strategic priority and secondary focus on Support for Success strategic priority. The Assistant Director oversees campus-wide Vol is a Verb outreach and initiatives. Work closely with Student Life and University reporting and referral units to provide holistic support to students navigating campus culture. This position is onsite in Knoxville, Tennessee at the University of Tennessee and is not a remote position.

[OVERSIGHT & LEADERSHIP]

Assist the Director with oversight and management of the department and functions as the senior leader in management in the Director's absence
Oversee day-to-day operations that will positively contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the Office for Campus Culture and Community programs, initiatives, and services
Supervise full-time staff, oversee department student support efforts, and programmatic strategic planning
Assist the Director with department strategic planning and implementation
Oversee research and assessment initiatives and provide feedback and make recommendations to the director as appropriate

[SUPERVISION & TRAINING]

Supervise up to three full-time professional staff, and practicum/internship students, including hiring, training, task assignment, and evaluation

[OTHER]

Chair Student Life Access Committee
Serve as a resource to staff and students in the Office for Campus Culture and Community
Campus engagement and programming, collaborate with University, Division departments, and Local community entities
Assist with Division of Student Life events, programs, and committees
Serve on various University committees
Participate in higher education professional associations

Required Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, or a related field

Experience:

2 years direct experience working with students in higher education setting or related experience.
Experience developing and delivering a range and variety of campus-wide programmatic efforts to students in a collegiate setting.
Experience supporting student groups and student programming.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Significant knowledge of special populations of college students.
Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to varying student populations.
Working knowledge of issues related to various college students and their retention and graduation rates.
Working knowledge of student development and learning outcomes theories, and the translation of those theories to practice.
Knowledge related to the changing landscape of higher education.
Effective and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to utilize higher education assessment models.
Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently.
Ability to work collaboratively with campus and community partners.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

Experience with budget management.
Direct experience working with a range of student populations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge and understanding of best practices in the field of higher education
Direct experience working with college student populations
Experience supporting and leading students
Experience developing & delivering programs/initiatives in a college setting

Work Location

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation and Benefits

UT market range: MR12
Anticipated hiring range: Minimum starting salary $66,000. Final salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Application Instructions

To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted on or before July 10, 2026 .

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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.

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