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The mission of the Tennessee Wesleyan University Department of Human Resources is to provide assistance, leadership, and training opportunities to those associated with the college while helping maintain an improved work environment for faculty and staff members so that these persons may continue to be a positive influence to prospective and current students, parents/families, alumni, friends and community members.

Tennessee Wesleyan University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that celebrates the all-encompassing diversity of its student body. TWU is committed to sustaining a welcoming and inclusive environment for the campus community that includes a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences. TWU faculty and staff have a passion and desire to prepare students from a broad spectrum of disciplines, cultures and academic backgrounds towards personal and professional success. TWU encourages applications from candidates without regard to ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For information regarding Human Resources at Tennessee Wesleyan University, contact:

Kyle Fulbright, Assistant Vice President for Human Resources
[email protected]
(423) 746-5327

Staff Openings

Admissions Counselor

Reporting to Executive Director of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor represents Tennessee Wesleyan University to prospective students and organizations. The counselor will build relationships with prospective students and continue to nurture those relationships as they move throughout the recruitment process.

Excellent customer service skills and professionalism are required as this individual will communicate with students in a variety of methods, including school visits, event days, phone calls, emails, text messages, and other communication methods. This individual must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively. Some evenings and weekends are required, along with travel as necessary.

The primary responsibility of the Admissions Counselor is to learn and master the fundamental skills required within the Admissions Department. The counselor is required to complete all necessary training as well as demonstrate a clear understanding of their role within the department and University.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

· Utilize data to create and implement recruitment strategies for all assigned populations and markets.

· Collaborate with academic programs to effectively reach target audiences.

· Set up one on one enrollment appointments via phone outreach with prospective students.

· Document all activity in the database management system in a timely and accurate manner

· Use Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool to prioritize and manage daily workflow

· Accurately input student records in CRM to maintain data integrity throughout multiple databases

· Meet admissions department goals on a daily, weekly, and quarterly basis, i.e. phone calls, emails, applications, interviews, etc.

· Perform preliminary evaluation of unofficial transcripts

· Ability to work on deadlines with respect to the University’s target recruitment and enrollment goals.

· Participate in events such as college fairs, visit days, orientations, and homecomings.

· Assist the Campus Visit and Communication manager in development of needed communication flows, especially email creation.

· Execute general office responsibilities as needed.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in order to achieve personal and departmental goals.

· Promote the University in a positive manner.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· A Bachelor’s Degree is required.

· Strong organizational skills.

· Strong customer service orientation and ability to organize, analyze, prioritize, and problem-solve within a fast-paced office environment with frequent interruptions.

· Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

· Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively and work well with others

· Flexible, and able to work well under pressure.

· Must be able to meet deadlines and multi-task.

· Must have a commitment to liberal arts education and cultural diversity.

· Must be able to work non-traditional hours, including weekends and evenings.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and list of 3 professional references to [email protected]

Faculty Openings

Assistant or Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
Tennessee Wesleyan University’s Master of Occupational Therapy Campus, located in Knoxville, TN, seeks a Full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy with experience in general OT practice techniques and assessments and pediatrics. This core faculty member will contribute to the MOT program team and facilitate courses as per education, work experience, and areas of expertise. This Assistant/Associate Professor will assist with the development of programmatic and course evaluation matrices, assist with the collaboration between the healthcare academic and clinical program offerings of and surrounding educational affiliation opportunities in the surroundings areas of Knoxville, Tennessee. The Assistant/Associate professor will serve on committees to further facilitate the development of the MOT program to continue to improve student and program outcomes.
Responsibilities of the Full-time Occupational Therapist Assistant/Associate Professor will be to perform education duties within the MOT Program, including planning, development, delivery, evaluation, and the selection and refinement of course content and lessons specific to their area of expertise. Service on various committees, such as the Admissions Committee, Thesis Committees, and others, is required.
All graduate faculty members are expected to be active participants in the professional and community life of the University. They advise and mentor graduate/adult students and contribute to a vibrant and growing academic program through participation in professional/scholarly activities, curriculum planning and development.
Education
Applicants must hold an entry-level doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy, or post-professional doctoral degree awarded by an institution that is accredited by a United States Department of Education recognized regional accrediting body. If the applicant has a Professional Doctoral Degree in a profession other than Occupational Therapy, they will be required to have received their Master’s of Occupational Therapy. 
Minimum Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
  • Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Tennessee (or can obtain one upon employment start-date).
  • Initially certified by the National Board for Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Minimum Work Experience:
  • A minimum of 3 years of full-time work as an Occupational Therapist.  Above 3 years of full-time work as an Occupational Therapist is preferred.  
Leadership / Other Qualifications
Provides leadership to faculty through committee work and collaboration, administrative staff through collaborative efforts, and students within the program; Demonstrates an understanding of university and department policies and procedures; Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the program’s and institution’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to use Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office Suite tools.
  • Exceptional organization and course facilitation, planning skills, and experience with teaching at a post-secondary level preferred.
  • A history of educating occupational therapy students (i.e., in the classroom setting, in Lab, or on fieldwork) is preferred.
  • Willingness to take on new challenges related to program opportunities, involvement, and development.
How To Apply:
Interested applicants should send a cv/resume, transcripts, and TN OT license to [email protected]. Please inform us if you are in another state and will be applying for a TN OT license.
Assistant Professor of Nursing

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of nurses? Tennessee Wesleyan University is seeking dynamic and experienced nursing faculty to join our team! We are currently accepting applications for full-time positions with expertise in Medical-Surgical/Adult Health, Community Health, and Psych/Mental Health Nursing for our Knoxville instructional site.

Position Highlights:

· Teach and mentor students in our BSN program.

· Engage in curriculum development, assessment, and student advisement.

· Collaborate with clinical partners to enhance experiential learning.

· Participate in faculty development and service to the department.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in nursing required; DNP or Ph.D. preferred for full-time positions.

· Active, unencumbered RN license to practice in Tennessee.

· 3-5 years clinical experience in specialty. Certification is highly desirable.

· Previous teaching experience preferred.

 Submit your CV, cover letter, and three professional references to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

Assistant Professor in Business Administration
The Goodfriend College of Business and Professional Studies at Tennessee Wesleyan University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Business Administration. This position requires at least 18 graduate hours in business analytics. The desired candidate will have a master’s degree in the field, but a terminal degree is preferred. The candidate may be required to teach undergraduate or graduate level courses in the School of Business, which may include the traditional day program, the degree completion program, and/or the graduate business programs.
This position will require the successful candidate to advise students, serve on committees as requested, and be supportive of the goals of the university.
Applications should include a letter of interest, a current vita, official copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a statement on the individual’s philosophy of teaching, learning and commitment to undergraduate and graduate business administration studies.
Applications can be sent to [email protected].

Adjunct

Adjunct Instructor

Tennessee Wesleyan University commonly seeks qualified, enthusiastic, and dedicated adjunct faculty members to join our broad range of academic programs. Adjunct instructors play a vital role in delivering quality instruction and fostering student success across all emphases.

The minimum qualification for adjunct instructors is a master’s degree.

Individuals interested in joining TWU should send a cv/resume, unofficial transcripts, and a statement of interest outlining which department and/or classes desired for instruction to [email protected].

TWU prepares students with the transformative experience and to be well-rounded leaders who make a positive impact on the world.

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