Academic Advisor/Recruiter Position Available In Washington, Tennessee

Academic Advisor/Recruiter
East Tennessee State University
in Johnson City, TN

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Full-Time

Posted:

04/19/2025

Application Due:

Open Until Filled

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Academic Advising Department:

Office of the Dean, Clemmer College – 23000

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Administrative Job Summary The Clemmer College of Education and Human Development at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) invites applications for the position of Academic Advisor & Recruiter. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Student Success and Access, we are seeking dedicated and innovative individuals who are passionate about supporting students and making a lasting impact on their academic and career journeys. The Academic Advisor & Recruiter will manage a caseload of undergraduate students, guiding them through orientation, developing personalized graduation plans, setting career goals, sharing university resources, and maintaining student information systems. This position plays a key role in ETSU and Clemmer College’s mission of improving the quality of life in the region and beyond, fostering the next generation of educational and workforce leaders. The successful candidate will create a college recruitment plan and lead the college’s recruitment efforts for prospective students, including first-time freshmen and transfer student. The Academic Advisor & Recruiter will establish strong relationships with local secondary schools and their Teaching as a Profession (TAP) programs, community colleges, and other regional partners. This role involves event planning, designing innovative programming for prospective students, and attending recruitment events, including Open Houses, New Buc Kickoffs, College Fairs, TAP program visits, and other related events. As demand for qualified educators grows, the Academic Advisor & Recruiter will focus on growing enrollment for our education and cross-disciplinary programs and facilitating transfer pathways for students entering the Clemmer College. The role involves significant travel across Tennessee and the southeastern region to represent the College at recruitment events, deliver presentations, participate in fairs, and provide admissions counseling to prospective students. Collaboration with faculty, staff, and campus partners will be essential to success in this position. Occasional overnights and weekends are expected, and other related duties may be assigned. The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including:
Paid time off & leave
17 paid holidays
Educational Assistance
Health and life insurance
Retirement
Access to University facilities and services and much more!
Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at: https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/. All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position’s essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong understanding of academic advisement processes and best practices in higher education.
Familiarity with course catalogs, general education requirements, Tennessee education licensure requirements, program requirements, and ETSU’s policies and procedures.
Ability to act as the college’s liaison for secondary schools and community colleges.
Ability to design recruitment strategies and academic advisement protocols.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to counsel students and parents.
Excellent public speaking abilities, including experience leading presentations for both small and large groups.
Proficiency in event planning and coordination.
Exceptional time management skills, including ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize workload.
Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
Demonstrated ability to be innovative and adaptive.
Ability to problem solve, think critically, and analyze data.
Ability to collaborate and establish strong working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
Ability to interpret applicability of transfer credits in consultation with program faculty.
Ability to develop transfer pathways and articulation agreements with community colleges.
Proficient in using various software systems, including advising tools such as Banner, GoldLink, Navigate, and Degree Works.
Ability to coordinate and attend recruitment events both on and off campus.
Ability to travel, including overnight and weekends.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
One (1) year of experience working with individuals in a higher education, counseling, teaching, recruiting, or related setting (relevant part-time, student worker/graduate assistance, and/or volunteer experience may be considered).
Must be able to travel as needed, including occasional overnight and weekend commitments
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, psychology, counseling, or related field.
Experience in secondary or higher education settings.
Familiarity with Tennessee education licensure requirements.
Valid driver’s license.

Posting Number:

AS01539P FLSA

Status
Dependent Upon Salary Special Instructions to Applicants Administrative/Professional positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
ETSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
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