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Environmental Assistant Professor, Sociology, Fall 2024Location:Knoxville, TennesseeOpen Date:Sep 6, 2023Description:The Department of Sociology at the University of Tennessee - Knoxville invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of environmental sociology, beginning August 1, 2024.   The UTK Sociology Department helped to establish environmental sociology within the discipline and we are looking for a scholar who will add to our reputation as a leader in this field.   We are particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the Department of Sociology's strength in social justice (http://sociology.utk.edu) and whose research resonates with our other departmental areas: criminology, political economy and globalization; and critical race and ethnic studies.  The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking Cadidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.Qualifications: Applicants must demonstrate promise of distinguished scholarship and excellent teaching and will be expected to seek external funding as a condition of tenure and promotion. A Ph.D. in Sociology or related area is required at the time of appointment. Application Instructions:  Review of applications will begin November 1 and will continue until the position is filled.  Please upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, one writing sample, research statement and teaching statement to http://apply.interfolio.com/131045.  In addition, we request contact information for three people who have agreed to serve as references. We will contact references after an initial review of applicants.  Direct all questions to Dr. Christina Ergas, Search Committee Chair, via e-mail ([email protected]).  More information on the Department of Sociology is at http://sociology.utk.edu.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:  All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity. 

Advanced Assistant or Associate Professor - Landscape Archaeology - Fall 2024Location:UT KnoxvilleOpen Date:Oct 6, 2023Description:The Anthropology Department at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is seeking a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track (TT) faculty position at the advanced Assistant or Associate Professor level commencing in the Fall of 2024. The Department seeks a candidate with expertise in anthropological archaeology with a research focus in landscape archaeology who can bring new research and instructional breadth to the Department and build upon our interdisciplinary strengths. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.Qualifications:The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a strong program of research and publication in landscape archaeology, and to develop a robust, externally funded research portfolio that advances the candidate's research as well as the mission of the Department of Anthropology (https://anthropology.utk.edu/mission/). Engagement in exciting areas of research may include, but is not limited to, historical ecology, conflict, colonialism, landscapes of segregation, racialized landscapes, emplacement, memory, or ritual. Methodological foci could include geoarchaeology, geophysical applications and remote sensing, and use of geographic information systems (GIS). Critical to this position is the development and delivery of active field projects that provide opportunities for student participation and training. Geographic area of research is open.The successful candidate will also provide support for the teaching mission of the Department by enthusiastically teaching (typically 2 courses per semester) established undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department and creating new courses in landscape archaeology and areas of related expertise. The candidate should be able to teach our undergraduate Introduction to Archaeology course as well as the graduate core archaeology theory course. Further, this candidate will take an active role in bringing creativity to curriculum development, particularly the new Archaeology Concentration, which emphasizes experiential learning in laboratory and field school settings.The ideal candidate will contribute to the life of the university by mentoring graduate and undergraduate students and serving on departmental, college, professional and university committees appropriate to rank.RequirementsA Ph.D. must be in hand at the time of appointment. Applicants for the advanced Assistant Professor rank will have developed or demonstrate the capacity to deliver a field project within the first two years of joining the department. Applicants will also have a record of seeking and/or securing external funding and should be prepared for promotion and tenure within two to three years of hire.  Applicants for the Associate level should currently hold tenure and be tenurable at an R-1 institution and will have a demonstrated track record in external funding and an active field project.UTK is a land-grant university and values engaged forms of research/scholarship/creative activity, teaching and service, and considers evidence of these commitments in the records of applicants. Application Instructions:Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and list of three references in digital format via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/132812.  Review of applications will begin November 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.Please contact Dr. Dawnie Steadman, Chair of the Search Committee ([email protected]), with any questions.In addition to addressing their qualifications for the position in their application, candidates may describe how they would help promote students' access to and inclusion in their teaching and research/scholarship/creative activities.  We encourage all potential applicants to visit the University of Tennessee's diversity website http://www.utk.edu/diversity.Environment and CommunityThe University of Tennessee campus is located in one of the most beautiful areas of the country with easy access to miles of inland waterways, pristine state and national parks, diverse cultural opportunities, and a blend of convenient urban and rural living settings. Downtown Knoxville, adjacent to campus, is a thriving neighborhood filled with restaurants, shops, and indoor and outdoor entertainment venues, and is home to the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, the Knoxville Opera Company, annual international festivals such as the Big Ears Music Festival, and seasonal and weekly events such as Jazz on the Square, Shakespeare on the Square, and the Farmers Market.  The University is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equity & Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or [email protected] or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 E.J. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or [email protected].

Full-Time Lecturer Position of Medieval and Renaissance Studies, Fall 2024Location:Knoxville, TNOpen Date:Mar 4, 2024Description:The Marco Institute for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications for a full-time 9-month lecturer to teach interdisciplinary undergraduate courses in Medieval and Renaissance Studies (MRST) to begin August 1, 2024. Appointment to this position can initially be for up to two years, with the possibility of continued renewal based on performance and funding. The College has a promotion ladder which includes longer appointment periods. The position comes with full benefits and annual funds available to assist with research, travel, and professional development. The teaching load is two sections of one course per semester (12 hours per week), with a graduate teaching assistant. The position is 75% teaching and 25% service to the Marco Institute and MRST programs (major, minor, outreach).Qualifications:PhD in any field related to Medieval and/or Renaissance Studies (e.g., History, Literature, Languages, Religious Studies, Musicology, Art History) is required by the time of appointment. Candidates must be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching at the college level, familiarity with current student-oriented pedagogy, including in a large classroom, and with the use of technology to enhance learning. The program seeks candidates with expertise in teaching an expansive global, interdisciplinary perspective in premodern studies.Application Instructions:Review of applications will begin on March 25, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Tennessee is seeking candidates with the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to achieving the intercultural goals of the University.Please submit to Interfolio your complete dossier including the following:Letter of applicationCVNames and contact information for three referencesStatement of Teaching PhilosophySample syllabi and any additional materials that will assist in demonstrating teaching excellenceFor inquiries, please contact the chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Anne-Hélène Miller ([email protected]), Riggsby Director of the Marco Institute.The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or [email protected] or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or [email protected].

DescriptionAssistant Dean of Finance & Administration - Digital Learning at UTDigital Learning at UT is a newly created unit charged with advancing UT’s commitment to discovery, creativity, learning, and engagement, specifically for online learners. Using advanced and innovative technologies, Digital Learning at UT will provide scalable solutions that enhance the online learning experience and reduce barriers to student access and success, providing a tremendous impact to online learners across the state and the nation. At Digital Learning, we want to be bold and impactful, transforming the future of online education through innovative thinking and collaborative problem-solving.  The Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration (ADFA) serves as the Senior Leadership Team lead for finance, administration, facilities, and human resources activities within Digital Learning at UT.  This position must provide exceptional financial and operational leadership to a complex and quickly growing unit. This is a critical leadership role, serving the business and people needs of the overall unit, and operating in a highly team-oriented environment.  This position is responsible for developing critical operational and financial processes and initiatives essential to creating a sustainable business model in alignment with the University of Tennessee's mission.  This position develops budgets and forecasts that enable successful operations and facilitates significant financial investments in Digital Learning at UT, in support of the university's mission. This position serves as a critical liaison at the campus and system level, ensuring that financial flows are properly designed and implemented.  This position works closely with key members of leadership across the institution, including the Chancellors and Provosts cabinet, campus Finance office, deans, directors, and representatives from all areas of University Administration (finance, human resources, legal, etc.). This position serves as a member of the Digital Learning at UT Senior Leadership Team, while proactively being an advocate for all Digital Learning at UT team members. The ADFA is also responsible for ensuring an effective operational structure within the Digital Learning at UT operations including management of a service-oriented and engaged team with a focus on performance management, positive employee relations and ongoing learning and development opportunities.  The Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration reports to the Vice Dean and COO of Digital Learning at UT and works closely with all areas of Digital Learning at UT and the wider UT community to strengthen the operational areas that enable the learner experience.QualificationsPrimary Duties IncludeStrategic Planning LeadershipDevelops the annual academic and operating budget planning process creating forward-looking projections and metrics to make significant financial investments related to enrollment trends, teaching pedagogy and other relevant factors.Develops strategies and funding to implement new or changes to current processes/procedures to achieve desired outcomes.Establishes the strategic plan for fiscal, operational, HR, and capital priorities for Digital Learning at UT.Develops strategic resource allocation plans and financial pro forma analyses incorporating enrollment growth plans.  Develops analytical tools to measure and improve financial and operational functions.  Serves on special committees and supports strategic projects within Digital Learning at UT and for broader university-wide initiatives as a subject matter expert, at the request of the Dean, Vice Dean, or campus leadership.Ensures direct collaboration with appropriate central university functions, including finance and human resources, to achieve consistent practices, focused support for unified university priorities and compliance with mandatory regulations. Budget & Financial LeadershipCreates and oversees a sound financial environment, which includes best practice business processes and procedures.Leads the functions who process and record budget and financial transactions to ensure timely and accurate budget and financial information, monitor accounts and resolve problems, to ensure compliance and the safeguard resources and reduce risks.Ensures that Digital Learning at UT is a proactive, campus leader in its implementation of new and innovative financial analyses and administrative strategies to maximize all resources.Evaluates and implements operational efficiencies across areas and leverages solutions around system management and technology and provides campus recommendations of system-wide implementations that would provide value add, improve efficiency and transparency.Ensures ethical administrative, financial, and business practices in keeping with National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) standards and General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Works to ensure transparency of the budget process as well as accurate timely budget information to relevant parties. Leads/supervises the financial staff.Human Resources LeadershipResponsibility for the Digital Learning at UT HR function that provides recruiting, hiring, and performance review process management.Ensures timely appointments, reappointments, and promotions of employees.Establishes strategic priorities and delegates responsibility to the HR team.Works with supervisors to manage staff performance and resolves staff issues escalated to the Senior Leadership Team.Conduct salary and equity studies to establish salary and raise guidelines.Sponsors and supports initiatives and efforts to attract and retain excellent and diverse staff and develop and maintain effective and responsive administrative operations throughout the college.Capital & Facilities Planning and ManagementResponsibility for Digital Learning at UT facilities and related operations.Develop, manage, and oversee capital planning, facilities and emergency response management aspects relating to the Digital Learning at UT facilities, student, staff, and faculty needs. This includes working with the campus space committee to obtain adequate space and collaboratively setting policies and procedures to adequately support faculty and staff housed in the space.Identify gaps in existing facilities framework and provide solutions.Work with other campus and system departments as needed to oversee project completion dependent on the project type (work requests, remodels, new capital projects, etc.).Work with external partners to obtain, design and outfit space to meet Digital Learning at UT requirements as necessary.Education and ExperienceRequired:Bachelor's degree10+ years of progressively responsible financial and business operations experienceDemonstrated success in a senior leadership level rolePreferred Experience:Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or other related fieldPrefer experience in an academic environment, but also with growing organizationsKnowledge skills and abilities are in an academic environmentLean training & certificationFor full consideration, applicants must attach a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, email, and phone number of three professional references, in addition to completing the applicant file to the Human Resources online application system, Taleo. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. DL_UTJob: Executive/AdministrativePrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Digital Learning At UtSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: Mar 29, 2024, 10:58:22 AM

About the RoleAs a Sales Associate at Claire's, you will be responsible for:Supporting your Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the achievement of retail store targets by driving salesDelivering sales through friendly and efficient customer serviceEnsuring our customers have a fun and enjoyable shopping experienceDemonstrating Claire's productsAssisting customers with their queries using your product knowledgeAssisting with processing store deliveries, visual merchandising, stock takes, markdowns and promotionsEar piercing (you will receive full training)Ensuring the store looks presentable and inviting to our customersAbout Claire'sA leading high street fashion retailer with +3000 stores globallyWe specialize in fashionable jewelry, accessories and cosmetics productsOur core customer ranges from children to young women. We accommodate all our customers' moods, attitudes and styles, including: feminine and pretty, unique/individual and the latest catwalk trendsWe are a fun place to work! We encourage all store members to wear our productWe encourage and support your development! If you're committed, ambitious and willing to learn we will provide you with the skills you need to grow in our company!About YouSome high school requiredExcellent verbal/written communication and organizational skillsBasic computer skillsUnderstands the importance of Customer ServiceSound understanding of mathematics and strong reading comprehension skillsAbility to stand during scheduled shiftsAbility to maneuver up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs occasionallyBending, stooping, extended reaching, climbing ladders and step stools while placing merchandise throughout the store and assisting CustomersAbility to operate POS system Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.

DescriptionExecutive Assistant to the Dean JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Reporting directly to the College of Social Work Chief of Staff, this position will be co-supervised with the Director of Budget, Finance, and Operations. This position performs complex duties and assignments independently and serves as a primary liaison between the Dean's office and academic and administrative units within the CSW. The Executive Assistant organizes and executes certain types of activities and communications that help enhance the Dean’s engagement with internal and external stakeholders. In performing those duties, the Executive Assistant at all times must exercise excellent judgment, maintain confidentiality, represent the Dean in a positive and professional manner, and work collaboratively with other University employees. The Executive Assistant will coordinate the planning and execution of their job responsibilities with the other personnel that report to the Dean. The Executive Assistant will also manage and maintain the framework of the administrative services function for the administrative suite.QualificationsDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESGeneral Operating Support·       Anticipates, initiates and coordinates administrative issues on behalf of the Dean, including managing their day-to-day schedule and agendas.·       Initiates correspondence on behalf of the Dean to various constituents both internal and external to the University. ·       Communicates regularly with the CSW leaders, along with the Offices of the Chancellor and Provost.·       Processes Dean correspondence, including responding to invitations, meeting deadlines, preparing responses, etc.·       Completes travel arrangements for the Dean, and applicable guest travelers including preparation of related travel and entertainment expense reports and petty cash reimbursements.·       Accompany the Dean to important events and meetings, on- and off-campus, to serve as a liaison on-site and gather photos and information to be utilized for post-event follow up including but not limited to drafting, editing, and posting messaging on certain social media platforms of the dean.Administrative Support for the Dean's office·       Coordinates the Dean's responsibilities and requirements with the promotion and tenure, search and screen, and faculty and staff evaluation processes. ·       Anticipate the needs of the office and scale support to address peak periods of activity and service requests. ·       Develop and implement a continuity plan for admin assistants so that there is overlap in coverage within the office, ensuring adequate support for dean, associate and assistant deans, and directors in the CSW Administration Suite.·       Prepares agendas and takes meeting minutes.·       Prepares dean communications, including dean contributions to newsletters, annual reports, and CSW holiday cards and works with alumni affairs to maintain distribution lists.·       Serve as backup for administrative support for upper-level search committees. This consists of managing and compiling all applications received from candidates, scheduling candidates for on campus interviews (which may include travel arrangements), coordinating the time and dates with committee members availability, taking committee meeting minutes which is required for all upper-level searches, and scheduling meals. Administrative Support for Director of Budget, Finance, and OperationsAnticipates, initiates, and coordinates administrative issues on behalf of the Director of Budget, Finance, and Operations, including managing day-to-day schedules and agendas.·       Coordinates meeting/events for the Director of Budget, Finance, and Operations including zoom meetings, room reservations, preparation and distribution of agendas, arranging meals, snacks, and drinks if applicable. ·       Completes travel arrangements and prepares related travel and entertainment expense reports and petty cash reimbursements. Serves as contact and provides administrative support when the Director of Budget, Finance, and Operations serves as a search chair for search committees. This consists of management and compiling all all applications received from candidates, scheduling candidates for on campus interviews (which may include travel arrangements), coordinates the time and dates with committee members availability, schedules meals. ·       Communicates with CSW Directors and administration, along with the Offices of the Chancellor, Provost, Research, Human Resources, and Finance and Administration Event Planning Support·       Collaborates with CSW event coordinate to plan fall commencement - coordinates all of the events on a college level between CSW and Provost which includes ordering regalia as needed for Dean/Dean substitute. Manages details of the student commencement speaker. Responsible for communicating directly with the Registrar’s Office Staff regarding faculty participation (based on standard formula). ·       Plans and schedules brown bag lunches, town hall meetings, and office hours for the Dean.·       Plans and schedules Dean's Senior Administrative Team retreats, including off-site meeting accommodations and meals, in collaboration with the CSW events coordinator.·       Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor’s DegreePREFERREED EDUCATION: Master’s DegreeREQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 5 years’ of administrative experience supporting senior staff PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Experience in higher educationWORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally have evening and weekend work hours. Application Process: The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Interested individuals should provide a cover letter addressing professional experience relevant to each required minimum qualification, a resume, and complete contact information for 3 professional references.Job: Other Admin Asst/Secr/ClericalPrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Social WorkSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: Apr 24, 2024, 2:50:24 PM

Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor in SpanishLocation:The University of Tennessee, KnoxvilleOpen Date:Apr 25, 2024Description:The Department of World Languages and Cultures at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track position (Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor) in Spanish, to begin in the fall of 2024. Appointment to this position will be for a term of two years and will be renewable. The University of Tennessee has a well-established promotion system for non-tenure track faculty. The position comes with full benefits.The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time of appointment and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. Qualifications:A master's degree in Spanish, Spanish-language pedagogy, second language acquisition, linguistics, or a related field is required by the time of appointment (or doctoral degree for a Teaching Assistant Professor) along with demonstrated excellence in teaching. Preference will be given to candidates with training or degree in applied linguistics/second language acquisition.  Responsibilities: Teaching load of 4 courses (12 credits) per semester, primarily lower-division language courses. Summer teaching is usually available if desired, with extra pay.Application Instructions:Review of applications will begin May 8, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Please send a letter of application addressed to Dr. Harriet Bowden along with a cover letter, C.V., a statement of teaching philosophy, and two letters of reference, via Interfolio - http://apply.interfolio.com/145055For inquiries, please contact the chair of the search committee, Harriet Bowden ([email protected]).Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or [email protected] or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or [email protected].

DescriptionDirector of Donor Relations University of Tennessee, Knoxville The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.     The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) invites applications and nominations to fill the position of Director of Donor Relations for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Communications & Donor Experience, the Director of Donor Experience is responsible for creating and implementing comprehensive engagement opportunities for UT’s philanthropic supporters and the students, faculty, and staff who benefit from their support.   As a member of the Office of Advancement’s Communications and Donor Experience team, the Director of Donor Experience will engage with internal colleagues, donors, alumni, current students, and university leaders to cultivate and strengthen relationships between donors and the university to ensure their ongoing engagement and support. This role will lead a donor-centered approach to engagement strategies, including events, specialized communication, video content, and student interactions aimed at meeting division-wide fundraising and alumni engagement goals. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  Campus-Wide Donor Relations:  Collaborate cross-functionally with advancement, communications, and donor relations team members to develop and implement high-impact initiatives for individual donors and/or donor segments, including cards, videos, gifts, mailings, or other touchpoints.  Lead the creation and execution of video stewardship (ThankView) campaigns, including obtaining video content, editing, and distribution.  Track and review donor and student engagement data; assist team members with reporting needs.  Student Impact Initiatives:  Collaborate with segments of Advancement team (Alumni Affairs, Annual Giving, Scholarships & Endowments, Marketing & Communications, and Donor Experience) on event or project needs involving students, i.e. stewardship calling parties, photoshoots, scholarship thank-you letters, and student impact stories.  Serve as the lead partner for donor relations programs involving students, include Big Orange Give and initiatives utilizing Student Alumni Associates (SAA).   Donor Events:  Oversight of special events, donor luncheons, or experiential opportunities aimed at engaging donors with students, scholarship recipients, or key members of the university including planning, event logistics, staff management, and execution.  Oversight of Accomplished Alumni and Spirit of a Volunteer awards programs aimed at donor cultivation and stewardship, including identification of recipients, event coordination, gift development, award presentation, and production of written story and promotion. QualificationsRequired Education and Experience The candidate who fills the Director of Donor Experience position is required to have: Bachelor’s degree Five or more years of experience in people-oriented, public relations, or development related field.  Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, detail-oriented, ability to effectively engage and interact with donors and students.  Preferred Education and Experience In addition to meeting the required qualifications, the preferred candidate will have: Master’s degree Stewardship or donor relations experience, video editing experience, communications experience and higher education experience preferred.  Application Process: Priority will be given to applications received on or before May 8, 2024 via our Taleo application system. Applications must include a completed candidate profile, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.  References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate.   NOTE – When determining minimum qualifications, only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed in its entirety as it relates to qualifying education/work experience.   Questions about the search may be directed to [email protected].   Benefits: Recognized as a Top Employer by Knoxville Top Workplaces in 2022 and 2023, the Foundation’s greatest asset is our team. Foundation employees are eligible for a comprehensive suite of benefits that includes:  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 _________  The Foundation: The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves as the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the UT System. With a vision of being one of the top-performing advancement organizations in higher education, UTFI is committed to enhancing the educational landscape across the University of Tennessee campuses.  The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has been advancing knowledge and enriching lives since its founding in 1794. Tennessee’s flagship public research university, UT Knoxville is a diverse community whose shared commitment to discovery, creativity, and education combines with a tradition of service and engagement to carry the Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. UT’s campus—home to more than 36,000 students and 9,000 faculty and staff members—is part of the vibrant city of Knoxville, located on the Tennessee River with the Great Smoky Mountains nearby.  The UT System: The University of Tennessee System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski, Martin and the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Institute of Agriculture; and the Institute for Public Service.   The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.  Job: Executive/AdministrativePrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Knoxville Development PaySchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: May 1, 2024, 1:00:44 AM

DescriptionMarket Range: 06Hiring Salary: $19.67/Hourly               THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN KNOXVILLE, TNJOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  The Medical Administrative Coordinator provides support to the department chairman, vice chairman and key faculty in the administration of the Department of Medicine (DOM). This position provides organizational and leadership skills, troubleshoots problems, and provides technical assistance on a daily basis. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with daily operational problems, equipment failure, customer service and telephone calls. Provides backup support to the chairman, vice chairman, and key faculty that includes planning, brainstorming, scheduling meetings, completion of applications for travel reimbursements, petty cash reimbursements requests, and the composition of letters and implementation of new policies as instructed. Reconciles the departmental budget ledgers for DOM GME and State appropriated expense accounts, as well as gift funds and endowments.Attends weekly planning meetings with the chair and manager of the Department of Medicine.Serves on the department CME planning committees and oversees the completion of documents for CME compliance for conferences and series; transcribes minutes from meetings.Maintains faculty and alumni databases. Maintains department space inventory records.Prepares the compilation of faculty member’s annual productivity score to accompany the faculty member's annual evaluation.  Purchases related to equipment, furnishings, software, teaching materials, printed stationery and other materials from Graphic Arts, and for office supplies; maintains, enters, and reconciles receipts from purchases with monthly statement from the GSM business office. Arranges and provides support for the department’s annual promotions and tenure committee.  Makes recommendations from which account(s) to make expenditures; reviews ledger accounts and documents in IRIS. Attends budget meetings with chairman, department manager, and deans.Performs other administrative, purchasing, payroll, accounting, and accounts receivable duties as assigned. QualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  EDUCATION: High School Diploma (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of office experience; OR Bachelor’s Degree in lieu of experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:·         Extensive knowledge of IRIS especially in the areas relating to travel, invoice processing, and reconciliation of accounts. ·         Requires strong organizational skills, self-motivation and problem solving. ·         Proficient use of MS Office products, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.·         Experience using IRIS. Job: Other Admin Asst/Secr/ClericalPrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: Knox MedicineSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: May 2, 2024, 9:32:24 PM

DescriptionInternational Program Coordinator - Haslam College of BusinessInternational Programs & Study Abroad OfficeRegular Full-Time, Market Range 7The Haslam College of Business (HCB) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications for an International Program Coordinator (Full-time, Exempt) in the International Programs & Study Abroad Office. Reporting to the Assistant Director, this position will provide essential services to students interested in studying abroad and support to faculty as they work with study abroad students.  The Program Coordinator will contribute to the development of strategies and processes that support the Haslam College of Business’ emergent plan for internationalization. Responsibilities include planning and recruiting students for study abroad programs, advising students on program options and foreign credit procedures, and academic advising/curricular planning. As a study abroad program leader, they will exercise discretion and independent judgment in the implementation of risk management procedures. The incumbent will represent the college and university to foreign partners and foster institutional-level relationships. Additional responsibilities include the identification of scholarship and grant opportunities to support study abroad programs and students.QualificationsResponsibilities:Academic Advising and Program AdvancementIndividual and team academic advising during HCB freshman orientation to ensure a smooth transition in the first-year experience, to include appropriate course selection, the consideration of transferred and AP credit, as well as other student retention efforts.  Coordinate and maintain an HCB curriculum audit to identify and evaluate international content to meet international program/course requirements to ensure program design supports students according to university and college curriculum guidelines. Make recommendations for the addition of or discontinuation of academic programs based on their appropriateness and academic fit with the HCB curriculum and standards. Represent the college and university to foreign partners and at national/international conferences to foster institutional-level relationships.Foster a student pipeline for exchange and outbound mobility.Represent the IPSA office at campus events, conferences, and site visits.International Program Administration and Student LogisticsServe as a study abroad program faculty leader ensuring a well-organized, safe, and academically-sound experience that contributes to the academic instruction of credit-bearing and non-credit-bearing courses.  Coordinate the preparation of students by assisting with applications, developing and maintaining information resources, visas, and making travel arrangements. Coordinate and continuously improve the essential pre-departure planning materials to prepare students for their time abroad, to include the safety and risk advisories and mitigation procedures.  Responsible for the development, maintenance, sustainability of best-practices, technological, and social media solutions to effectively manage new and existing international programs within the college.Program Promotion/MarketingManage the development of marketing/branding strategy and materials for HCB faculty-led programs and HCB-approved study abroad programs to include the commutation of curricular options specific to the business education.  Responsible for planning events, promotional activities, and implementing participant recognition/celebration programs. Responsible for the maintenance of the international program and study abroad website.Program ResourcesAssist Director in new program development, proposals, training, logistics, etc.Serve as a resource for faculty, staff and other offices regarding programs and policies. Engage in training and activities to retain professional expertise.Coordinate scholarship application and selection process to include committee management, the blind review of applicants, confidential notification of outcomes, and any oversight of necessary facilitation of paperwork for funded students. Program AnalyticsResponsible for the creation of a library of international resources for faculty and students to use in their classes.Maintain the accuracy and completeness of data on international programs and study abroad for inbound and outbound program applications and participants in the assigned region.Coordinate the collection of data to evaluate, monitor, track and analyze trends in higher education and competitor programming. Qualifications:Required Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor's degree in International Studies, Education, Business, Human Services or a related field.At least one year of experience working in areas such as international education, student services, academic advising, international engagement, or a related field.  Work as graduate assistant or practicum/internship will count as 1/2 time experience. Master's degree, or completion within one semester of start date, can substitute for one year of work experience.Desired Qualifications and Experience: Master’s degree in a relevant field. Public speaking experience, proficiency in a foreign language, and experience living, working, and/or studying abroad preferred.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Required:Working knowledge of higher education global programs, standards, requirements and practices.Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion while executing program goals, policies, and regulations.Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with individuals from culturally-diverse backgrounds.Ability to interact with study abroad program representatives, faculty, and students in a professional manner with an understanding of protocol and confidentiality. Demonstrated excellent written and oral formal/informal communication skills. Ability to communicate with international partners who are often non-native English speakers.Strong oral and written communication skills.Ability to work periodic evening and weekend hours.Ability to travel internationally.Preferred:Public speaking experience Experience living or studying abroadProficiency in a foreign languageApplication Process: The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Interested individuals should provide a cover letter addressing professional experience relevant to each required minimum qualification, a resume, and complete contact information for 3 professional references.Job: Student ServicesPrimary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxvilleOrganization: International Programs & Study AbroadSchedule: Full-timeJob Posting: Apr 29, 2024, 7:27:16 PM