Coordinator Campus Engagement - Center Student Engagement - UTK

Overview

Job Description: Coordinator will supervise student employees to support student organizations, execute campus-wide events, and provide leadership development opportunities. Coordinator will oversee the planning and implementation of office programming and assist with departmental efforts of assessment, marketing and communications, and supporting campus and community partnerships.

• Oversee the planning and execution of campus events and workshops supporting undergraduate and graduate student populations
• Supervise student employees serving in leadership roles within the Center for Student Engagement
• Manage and track allocated programming budgets
• Serve as a lead and co-lead on annual large-scale programs
• Partner with Student Life Communications on graphic design development, marketing, and communications of departmental programs and events
• Partner with Student Life Effectiveness and assist with assessment and reporting of departmental programs and events, as well as student leadership development
• Assist with creating a balanced calendar of programs and events for the CSE
• Assist with supporting registered student organizations
• Support student leadership and community development
• Support departmental programs, events, and initiatives
• Support departmental Homecoming programs and initiatives
• Serve on departmental sub-committees
• Other duties as assigned

• Education:
  
  Master’s Degree (by start date, spring 2026 graduates encouraged to apply)
• Experience:
  
  Experience working with students in a higher education setting
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Strong communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and budget management skills
• Ability to lead effectively
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, and staff

• Experience:
  
  1 year experience in student activities, student organization advising, campus event planning, or related area
• Master’s degree can substitute for 1 year of related professional experience
• 2 years as a Graduate Assistant/Intern is equal to 1 year of professional experience
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams
• Working knowledge of student engagement and event management platforms such as Blackthorn, Anthology Engage or others
• Understanding of social media content management platforms and creative systems such as Buffer, Adobe, and Canva

This position is located on the Knoxville, Tennessee campus, and is fully in person with the opportunity for limited remote hours.

• UT market range: MR8
• Anticipated hiring range: $45,000
• Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
• Find more information on UT Benefits here

Application review will begin in February 2026 with an anticipated start date of May 2026. To express interest, please submit an application with the noted attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted on or before March 15.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of 3 Professional References

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.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of leadership and service. UT…