LDA - Coordinator of Events & Pre College Programs - Visitors Center - UTK

LDA - Coordinator Of Events & Pre College Programs

The Office of the Visitors Center at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) invites applications and nominations for our LDA - Coordinator of Events & Pre College Programs position. We are seeking candidates who can contribute in meaningful ways to enhance the accessibility of higher education, fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment, and improving the recruitment and graduation of our students. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has been ranked by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, as recognized on the 2026 list.

The minimum starting salary for this position is $44,577. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

This is an on-campus position with some hybrid/remote work schedule flexibility.

The Events & Pre-College Programs Limited Duration Appointment (LDA) supports the planning, coordination, and execution of recruitment events and academic enrichment programs within the University of Tennessee Enrollment Management Division. This position plays a key role in delivering high-quality on-campus and off-campus experiences for prospective students, families, and pre-college program participants. Working closely with departmental leadership, this role contributes to signature recruitment events, statewide and regional outreach efforts, and academic programs that advance the University's enrollment and engagement goals.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree must be obtained by the date of hire; current students nearing graduation are encouraged to apply.
• 2 years of student employment within guest relations/tour experience required. Student volunteer work and/or internship experience will be considered.

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.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to function in a dynamic environment
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, and students
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
• Excellent grammar and proofreading skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Detail oriented
• Possess a strong, proven record of teamwork
• Capable of working individually and in a team environment
• High level of personal initiative

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Must have some experience giving oral presentations.
• 2+ years experience working with diverse populations, student employment included.
• Previous work with student employees or campus tours.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience and knowledge of working with a tour/ambassador program
• Knowledge and experience working with Undergraduate Admissions or Student Services & Experience

Benefits:

• 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 University of Tennessee, Knoxville is the state of Tennessee's flagship university and is classified as a Carnegie Research 1 institution. As a land-grant university and as Volunteers, serving our state and nation is key to our mission. UT enrolls over 35,000 students (more than 6000 graduate/professional students) at its Knoxville campus. Led by the example of our Chancellor's Cabinet and their Principles for Engagement, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, builds and supports an inclusive community that provides opportunities to lead, serve and engage as Volunteers and citizens. We strive to create a welcoming community rich with diverse experiences. We seek colleagues who are committed to teamwork and have a passion for working with and serving all constituents. We especially seek candidates who have an ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the goals of the university.

The Knoxville Community: Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville has a metropolitan statistical area population of more than 850,000 people. We enjoy a dynamic culture that includes numerous theaters and museums, a vibrant and diverse music scene including a symphony orchestra and an opera company, world-class restaurants, numerous cultural festivals and an active downtown market square. Surrounded by lakes and the Tennessee River, the Knoxville area boasts wonderful year-round water activities, including boating, fishing, and swimming that make for scenic and breathtaking views of the area. Knoxville is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains, and a day's drive to Memphis, Chicago and Washington D.C.

For full consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter detailing relevant experience along with a resume and the name, e-mail address, and telephone number of three to five professional references. References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate.

About Us

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 lighting the way for others through leadership and service. UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone. The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine. Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!

Job Info

• Job Identification 8413
• Job Category Administrative
• Posting Date 06/05/2026, 02:01 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1331 Circle Park, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US