Advise TN Regional College Access Coordinator – East TN

The Advise TN Regional College Access Coordinator is a remote employee and will travel extensively
throughout East Tennessee. The Advise TN East territory currently includes: Blount County, Cannon
County, Macon County, Marion County, Monroe County, Putnam County, Sequatchie County, and Smith
County. Candidates should reside in a location that is in close proximity to one or more of these
communities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate college access programming for students in grades 7-10 within Advise TN partner schools
to build early awareness and readiness for postsecondary pathways.

• Design engaging college access lessons and activities for use in school settings.
• Build relationships with Advise TN advisors and partner school staff to support smooth
implementation of programming.
• Coordinate scheduling and logistics to ensure consistent program delivery across
region.
• Track participation and gather feedback to improve future programming.

Assist in development and moderation of steering committees at partner high schools to strengthen
collaboration, gather stakeholder input and buy-in, and support ongoing initiatives.

• Collaborate with advisor to determine structure, purpose, and goals of college access steering
committee at partner school.
• Help coordinate committee meetings, including communication and logistics.
• Support development of agenda and materials for committee meetings.
• Assist in facilitation of meetings and ensuring participation from stakeholders.

Develop meaningful ties within local communities to strengthen partnerships and enhance Advise TN’s
presence and impact within those communities.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with community leaders, organizations, and
stakeholders.
• Along with advisor, represent organization at community meetings and events.
• Identify opportunities for partnerships within communities that support student success.

Support advisor-led Path to College Events at partner high schools to ensure smooth execution and
strong engagement.

• Assist advisors with planning, organizing, and coordinating event logistics, utilizing community
resources and connections Asst. Director of Engagement has made.
• Attend events as needed to provide on-site support.

Maintain expertise in Tennessee’s college access landscape to ensure all organizational
communications, materials, and trainings remain accurate, current, and aligned with statewide
initiatives and policies.

• Monitor updates in federal and statewide college access policies.
• Engage with state and regional networks to stay informed of emerging trends and best
practices.
• Attend national conferences and professional gatherings to deepen knowledge.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct effective
workshops and presentations.
• Exemplary community engagement skills. Ability to build meaningful connections and foster
positive relationships with students, families, and partners.
• Effective program management skills, including demonstrated record of developing processes and
completing tasks on time and with fidelity.
• Demonstrated capacity to adapt quickly with flexibility, creativity, and a team-oriented
approach.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly and extensively.

Required Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in education, counseling, social work, higher education, or relevant field;
Master’s Degree preferred.

Strong knowledge of postsecondary education requirements, options, application procedures,
financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.
• Successfully pass Federal and State background screening.

Evening and occasional overnight
travel will be required.

Anticipated Salary Range and Benefits

The Regional College Access Coordinator will receive a salary of $70,000.

Successful candidates will also receive a competitive benefit package that includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid vacation and holidays. Advise TN positions are offered and sustained pending the availability of funding.