Presidential Fellow

Employment Type Staff

Internal Job Category Exempt (Staff)

Full-Time Full-Time

Department Office President

Hours 37.5

The Presidential Fellowship is a full‑time, immersive opportunity for recent Belmont graduates to contribute meaningfully to the Office of the President while developing as emerging leaders. Fellows support high‑impact projects, coordinate key University events, develop communications assets and foster collaboration across campus. Through mentorship and professional development they gain valuable insight into higher education leadership and institutional strategy.

• Collaborate with university leadership and campus partners on high‑impact, mission‑aligned projects that support institutional priorities. Contribute fresh perspectives and innovative thinking to Presidential initiatives and university‑wide efforts. Identify areas of interest across campus and build collaborative relationships to support those areas once identified.
• Assist in the planning and execution of key university events such as Hope Summit, Parent & Family Weekend and Board of Trustees meetings. Support event logistics, guest experience and post‑event follow‑up in coordination with the Office of the President.
• Develop internal and external communications assets, compile reports and carry out research supporting projects within and adjacent to the Office of the President.
• Foster alignment and collaboration between the Office of the President and other campus units by serving as a connector across initiatives. Represent the Office of the President with professionalism and purpose in all settings, both formal and informal.
• Engage in mentorship, professional development and vocational exploration under the guidance of university leaders. Gain exposure to university leadership teams and develop a deeper understanding of higher education administration.
• Support a seamless student‑to‑alumni transition by representing the young alumni experience, developing engagement opportunities, and offering insights to inform institutional growth and strengthen alumni relations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ‑centered and student‑focused community, we aim to:

• Form diverse leaders of character.
• Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service.
• Be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment (both independently and in groups) and the ability to respond to high‑pressure situations. Ability to thrive in an environment of hard work.
• Ability to work collaboratively, cordially and effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Demonstrated commitment to the Belmont community through involvement as a student.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and utmost professionalism.
• Approach work with curiosity and eagerness to learn and grow.
• Ability to quickly establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni and donors.
• Display strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Must have experience and proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; proficiency with Teams, Zoom and Banner is preferred.

Bachelor’s degree from Belmont University required.

Actively involved in campus life for 1 or more years while a student at Belmont University.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

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