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Admissions Processing Clerk

Tusculum University is seeking applicants for our Admissions Department. The Admissions Processing Clerk is responsible for completing applicant files, making it possible for proper admission decisions to be made. File completion includes building physical files and extensive data entry work. The desired candidate will have excellent attention to detail to ensure the timely processing of application documents and submission of completed files for review. The candidate will provide counseling to families and students about admission status and needed documents and handle confidential material in a professional manner at all times.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, or equivalent, required; college degree a plus
• Prior data entry experience, including 10-Key is necessary
• Experience with standard office machines, such as PC, adding machines, fax, etc.
• Prior experience with CRM a plus
• Strong attention to detail

HOW TO APPLY

Only online application are being accepted. Please send cover letter, resume, 3-5 references with contact information, and Tusculum University application (found here) https://tuemail.s3.amazonaws.com/TU+Employment+Application+Rev+4.27.21.pdf  via email to turesume@tusculum.edu, ATTN Processing Clerk

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Graphic Designer

Tusculum University, situated in the beautiful foothills of East Tennessee, is seeking applicants for a Graphic Designer. Through collaboration with other members of the Communication and Marketing team, the graphic designer will be responsible for brand continuity across all media platforms, developing well-defined graphic identities for a variety of marketing, branding, and advertising initiatives and campaigns, and ensuring compliance with the Brand Guidelines by internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be able to work collaboratively with diverse, multicultural groups, both internal and external.

The position will remain open until filled.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree required in graphic design, visual rhetoric, or a comparable major
•  2 years of related design experience preferred
• Strong analytical skills
• Familiarity with HTML and CSS preferred

HOW TO APPLY:

Online applications only are being accepted for this position. Please send a cover letter, resume, names & contact information for 3-5 references and Tusculum University application (found here: https://tuemail.s3.amazonaws.com/TU+Employment+Application+Rev+4.27.21.pdf) by email to turesume@tusculum.edu. ATTN: Graphic Designer

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Campus Safety Officer – Full-time 110124

Tusculum University is seeking applications for full-time Campus Safety Officers. Responsibilities include working to assure the safety and welfare of students, staff, faculty, invitees, and visitors on campus property, in campus facilities, and at institutional events by enforcing campus policies and regulations set forth by the College. The position will serve as the campus’s primary emergency response personnel and information contact. Works with other professional staff assigned to the Campus Safety program during shift and liaises with the other campus entities having a role in campus management (e.g., student life, facilities management, technical support, etc.). Support educational outreach in the areas of safety and welfare.

Will remain open until filled

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
• High school diploma or equivalent education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to carry out said job duties
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license required
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Possession of a current State of Tennessee Security license (or eligibility for licensure)
• Previous security experience or related guard, police officer, or military background preferred.
• CPR and First Aid training preferred
• Ability to express oneself by employing good English-language skills for oral communication and writing daily reports
• Ability to read and interpret printed information
• Calm demeanor that can be maintained in emergencies
• The ability to accurately recall events or certain situations for proceedings
• Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the general public

This position is subject to the results of pre-employment testing and a background check. If selected, applicants will be required to submit to substance abuse testing at a laboratory chosen by Tusculum University. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), and credit history check (if applicable). If hired, the candidate must submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States, and all applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States full-time.

Tusculum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, participates in E-Verify, and observes the guidelines as a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace employer.

HOW TO APPLY:
Only online applications will be accepted. Send a cover letter, CV,  the names & contact information of 3-5 references, and Tusculum University application (found here) https://tuemail.s3.amazonaws.com/TU+Employment+Application+Rev+4.27.21.pdf via email to turesume@tusculum.edu Attn: Safety Officer – FT

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Vice President For Enrollment Management and Financial Aid

Tusculum University, located on the beautiful 140-acre Greeneville, Tennessee Campus, is seeking applicants for Vice President of Enrollment Management and Financial Aid. This position is responsible for developing, organizing, and implementing recruitment, admission, and enrollment strategies that generate prospective students for all colleges and courses of study at Tusculum University. This individual will coordinate areas of responsibility to achieve integration with all student services related to enrollment, financial aid, and academic organizations in support of the University’s mission and goals.

This position will remain open until filled

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution required; Doctorate preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible collegiate admissions, enrollment, and financial aid experience in a multi-department institution.
• Candidate should have experience managing budgets.
• This candidate should have knowledge, experience, and understanding of Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accreditation standards and the reaffirmation process.
• Previous recruiting experience

HOW TO APPLY:

Only online applications will be accepted. Send cover letter, current resume, Tusculum University application, found here: https://tuemail.s3.amazonaws.com/TU+Employment+Application+Rev+4.27.21.pdf   

by email to turesume@tusculum.edu ATTN: VP Enrollment Management

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Chief of Campus Safety

Tusculum University is seeking applicants for Chief of Campus Safety on the beautiful Greeneville, Tennessee Campus. The Chief of Campus Safety plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and evaluates all campus safety activities to ensure compliance with all certification requirements’ promotes adherence to all college policies and procedures, and establishes a foundation for the accountability necessary to assure the safety of students, staff, faculty, invitees, and visitors on campus property, in campus facilities, and at institutional events, by enforcing campus policies and regulations as set forth by the University. Promulgates rules and regulations for the department to achieve these expectations. Coordinates and administers daily operational activities directly and through commissioned safety officers and appropriate delegations to training officers. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively, maintain working relationships, and liaise with local law enforcement, fire departments, and health emergency agencies.

This position will remain open until filled

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS 
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred;
• Have been certified by a state through the Peace Officer Standards Training (P.O.S.T.);
• Five (5) years of law enforcement/security experience in a management capacity or an equivalent combination of training and experience required;
• Clear understanding and experience managing a hirer education CLERY program preferred;
• Experience with the Tennessee Incident-Based Reporting System (TIBRS or NIBRS)
• Knowledge of and experience in emergency/disaster/recovery plans required

• CPR and First Aid Training preferred; and
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license required

HOW TO APPLY:

Only online applications will be accepted. Send cover letter, current resume, and Tusculum University application (found here: https://tuemail.s3.amazonaws.com/TU+Employment+Application+Rev+4.27.21.pdf  by email to turesume@tusculum.edu

ATTN: Chief of Campus Safety.

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Assistant/Assoc. Professor of Chemistry

Tusculum University is seeking applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Chemistry for the Fall 2025 academic year. This position is open to a variety of chemistry specialties. This is a full-time faculty position, responsible for teaching a minimum of 12 credit hours in each of the fall and spring semesters, advising, service, scholarship, and professional development.  The specific designation will be determined by the credentials a candidate possesses.

Founded in 1794, Tusculum is the first university in Tennessee and the twenty-eighth oldest in the nation. Located in the foothills of the Southern Appalachians, Tusculum provides successful applicants the opportunity to foster experiential learning in undergraduates. Each faculty member is an integral part of teaching and mentoring students and enacting the University’s mission; “Building on a rich Presbyterian heritage and a pioneering spirit, Tusculum University provides an active and experiential education within a caring Christian environment to inspire civic engagement, enrich personal lives and equip career-ready professionals.” With that in mind, faculty are responsible for providing quality in-class instruction, mentoring students outside the classroom, serving on university committees, and helping to further every aspect of the university’s mission.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates with a PhD or those who are ABD in the discipline are preferred; prior teaching experience is strongly preferred, along with experience in online teaching and course development. Candidates with at least 18 master’s level (or higher) credits in the discipline may be considered. Professional experience outside academics is preferred but not required. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Tusculum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, participates in E-Verify, and observes guidelines as a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace employer. The Division of Math and Sciences is particularly interested in applications for this position from underrepresented populations. If chosen, the position will be subject to, and contingent on, successful completion of a pre-employment background check and substance abuse testing, verification of employment, and licensing (if applicable).

HOW TO APPLY:

Priority application deadline is 02/10/25.  The position will be open until filled. For questions, please contact Dr. Chuck Pearson at cpearson@tusuculum.edu

Only online applications will be accepted. Send a cover letter that contains a summary statement of teaching philosophy, CV, copies of all post-secondary transcripts, name and contact information of 3-5 references, and Tusculum University application (located here) https://tuemail.s3.amazonaws.com/TU+Employment+Application+Rev+4.27.21.pdf.  electronically to turesume@tusculum.edu Attn: Chemistry.

 

 

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Assistant/Assoc. Professor of Management

Tusculum University is currently seeking applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Business for the Fall 2025 academic year, with an emphasis in Management. This is a full-time faculty position, responsible for teaching a minimum of 12 credit hours in each of the fall and spring semesters, advising, service, scholarship and professional development.  The specific designation will be determined by the credentials a candidate possesses.

Founded in 1794, Tusculum is the first university in Tennessee and the twenty-eighth oldest in the nation. Located in the foothills of the Southern Appalachians, Tusculum provides the successful applicant the opportunity to foster experiential learning in undergraduates. Each faculty member is an integral part of teaching and mentoring students and enacting the University’s mission; “Building on a rich Presbyterian heritage and a pioneering spirit, Tusculum University provides an active and experiential education within a caring Christian environment to inspire civic engagement, enrich personal lives and equip career-ready professionals.” With that in mind, faculty are responsible for providing quality in-class instruction, mentoring students outside the classroom, serving on university committees, and helping to further every aspect of the university’s mission. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates with a PhD or those who are ABD in the discipline are preferred; prior teaching experience is strongly preferred, along with experience in online teaching and course development. Candidates with at least 18 master’s level (or higher) credits in the discipline may be considered. Professional experience outside academics is preferred but not required.

Tusculum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, participates in E-Verify, and observes guidelines as a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace employer. The Division of Business is particularly interested in applications for this position from underrepresented populations. If chosen, the candidate will be subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check and substance abuse testing. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. 

HOW TO APPLY:

Priority application deadline is 02/10/25.  The position will be open until filled. For questions, please contact David Hite at dhite@tusculum.edu

Only online applications will be accepted. Send a cover letter that contains a summary statement of teaching philosophy, CV, copies of all post-secondary transcripts, name and contact information of 3-5 references, and Tusculum University application (located here https://tuemail.s3.amazonaws.com/TU+Employment+Application+Rev+4.27.21.pdf ) electronically to turesume@tusculum.edu Attn: Business/Management.

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Asst./Assoc. Professor of Psychology- 011725

Tusculum University is seeking applications for an Instructor/Assistant Professor of Psychology for the Fall 2025 academic year with an emphasis in Behavioral Health. This is a full-time faculty position, responsible for teaching a minimum of 12 credit hours in each of the fall and spring semesters, advising, service, scholarship, and professional development.  The specific designation will be determined by the credentials a candidate possesses.

Founded in 1794, Tusculum is the first university in Tennessee and the twenty-eighth oldest in the nation. Located in the foothills of the Southern Appalachians, Tusculum provides successful applicants the opportunity to foster experiential learning in undergraduates. Each faculty member is an integral part of teaching and mentoring students and enacting the University’s mission; “Building on a rich Presbyterian heritage and a pioneering spirit, Tusculum University provides an active and experiential education within a caring Christian environment to inspire civic engagement, enrich personal lives and equip career-ready professionals.” With that in mind, faculty are responsible for providing quality in-class instruction, mentoring students outside the classroom, serving on university committees, and helping to further every aspect of the university’s mission.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates with a PhD or those who are ABD in the discipline are preferred; prior teaching experience is strongly preferred, along with experience in online teaching and course development. Candidates with at least 18 master’s level (or higher) credits in the discipline may be considered. Professional experience outside academics is preferred but not required. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Tusculum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, participates in E-Verify, and observes guidelines as a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace employer. The Division of Social Sciences is particularly interested in applications for this position from underrepresented populations. If chosen, the candidate will be subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check and substance abuse testing, verification of employment, and licensing (if applicable).

HOW TO APPLY:

Priority application deadline is 02/10/25.  The position will be open until filled. For questions, please contact Robert Gall at rgall@tusuculum.edu

Only online applications will be accepted. Send a cover letter that contains a summary statement of teaching philosophy, CV, copies of all post-secondary transcripts, name and contact information of 3-5 references, and Tusculum University application (located at the top of the web page https://www3.tusculum.edu/hr/employment-opportunities) electronically to turesume@tusculum.edu Attn: Psychology.

 

 

 

 

 

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Assistant to the Provost/Manager of Support Services- 1132025

Tusculum University, Tennessee’s oldest university, seeks to fill a dual-reporting role with the employee’s time being split between the office of the Provost and the Office of Institutional Advancement. This is a professional, full-time position that will be largely project-based. The employee can expect to be involved in a variety of projects, including, but not limited to, schedule management, budget preparations, coordinating correspondence between the Provost and internal and external constituents, assisting the Provost on projects relating to accreditation and budgeting, and planning and executing special events (e.g., Commencement); perform the gift management process in the Office of Institutional Advancement, including but not limited to the maintenance and upkeep of records on the Raiser’s Edge database, gift acceptance and entry, preparing reports, conducting prospect research, and performing the prospect management process while working closely with fellow staff members, the Office of the President, and the CFO/Vice President of Finance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (or related field); Master’s preferred
• Experience in database management
• Fundraising or sales experience preferred
• Basic knowledge and understanding of accounting
• Strong computer skills, particularly with Excel, Word, and donor databases
• Knowledge of higher education and Institutional Advancement preferred
• The right candidate will be a team player, have good communication and problem-solving skills, and a sense of humor.

Tusculum University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, participates in E-Verify, and observes the guidelines as a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace employer. This position is subject to the results of pre-employment testing and a background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), and credit history check (if applicable). All applicants must currently be authorized to work full-time in the United States and if hired, the candidate must be able to submit proof of eligibility.

HOW TO APPLY:
Only online applications will be accepted. Please submit a cover letter and Resume for consideration to turesume@tusculum.edu ATTN: Asst-1132025.

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Professor of Marketing- 01172025

Tusculum University is seeking applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Business for the Fall 2025 academic year, with an emphasis in Marketing. This is a full-time faculty position, responsible for teaching a minimum of 12 credit hours in each of the fall and spring semesters, advising, service, scholarship and professional development.  The specific designation will be determined by the credentials a candidate possesses.

Founded in 1794, Tusculum is the first university in Tennessee and the twenty-eighth oldest in the nation. Located in the foothills of the Southern Appalachians, Tusculum provides the successful applicant the opportunity to foster experiential learning in undergraduates. Each faculty member is an integral part of teaching and mentoring students and enacting the University’s mission; “Building on a rich Presbyterian heritage and a pioneering spirit, Tusculum University provides an active and experiential education within a caring Christian environment to inspire civic engagement, enrich personal lives and equip career-ready professionals.” With that in mind, faculty are responsible for providing quality in-class instruction, mentoring students outside the classroom, serving on university committees, and helping to further every aspect of the university’s mission.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates with a PhD or those who are ABD in the discipline are preferred; prior teaching experience is strongly preferred, along with experience in online teaching and course development. Candidates with at least 18 master’s level (or higher) credits in the discipline may be considered. Professional experience outside academics is preferred but not required.

Tusculum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, participates in E-Verify, and observes guidelines as a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace employer. The Division of Business is particularly interested in applications for this position from underrepresented populations. If chosen, the candidate will be subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check and substance abuse testing. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

HOW TO APPLY:

Priority application deadline is 02/10/25.  The position will be open until filled. For questions, please contact David Hite at dhite@tusculum.edu

Only online applications will be accepted. Send a cover letter that contains a summary statement of teaching philosophy, CV, copies of all post-secondary transcripts, name and contact information of 3-5 references, and Tusculum University application (located here: https://tuemail.s3.amazonaws.com/TU+Employment+Application+Rev+4.27.21.pdf ) electronically to turesume@tusculum.edu Attn: Business/Marketing

 

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Adjunct Faculty Pool – 062424

Building on a rich Presbyterian heritage and a pioneering spirit, Tusculum University provides an active and experiential education within a caring Christian environment to inspire civic engagement, enrich personal lives, and equip career-ready professionals.

To help augment instructional needs, Tusculum University maintains an Adjunct Faculty Pool comprised of highly qualified and motivated individuals to teach temporary, part-time classes on a course-by-course basis.  According to instructional needs, teaching may be on campus and/or online, as well as graduate and/or undergraduate.   We are actively seeking adjunct faculty candidates for assignments in:

 

• College of Business

 

• College of Civics & Liberal Arts
  • English

 

• College of Education
  • Literacy

 

• College of Science, Technology & Mathematics
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Chemistry
  • Math or Computer Science
  • Natural Science

 

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree preferred or Master’s degree with significant teaching experience within the professional discipline.

 

• Candidates should be passionate educators who can facilitate the needs of diverse learners.

 

How does the Adjunct Instructor Pool Work?

• Applicants can forward their vita/resume along with a cover letter indicating the teaching area(s) where they are credentialed.   turesume@tusculum.edu

 

• Academic Deans will review submissions and contact candidates based on interest and need.

 

• As part of any ongoing assessment, candidates may be asked to complete a TU application, provide official college transcripts and references, and submit standard releases.

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Facilities Management II – Grounds 072324

DESCRIPTION:

Tusculum University is accepting applications for (2) part-time Facilities Management positions. This position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining university grounds, athletic fields and facilities, administrative buildings, staff and residential housing, and other institutional buildings. Candidates must be able to walk extended distances and lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Position will remain open until filled

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED, possess a valid Driver’s License and have a minimum of two years experience. Candidate must be able to withstand exposure to hot/cold temperatures, outside weather conditions, and must be flexible with schedule in order to cover events/activities, emergencies, etc.

HOW TO APPLY:

Complete a Tusculum University application (This form can be located at the top of the web page https://www3.tusculum.edu/hr/employment-opportunities).  Resume and cover letter are also recommended.  Send information electronically to turesume@tusculum.edu Attn: Facilities Management Level II.  

Tusculum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.