Operations & Engagement Director (Hybrid)

Austin Peay State University; Clarksville (TN); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Advise TN, in partnership with Austin Peay State University, seeks a dynamic Assistant Director of Operations and Engagement to oversee branding, communications, and staff development. The role includes creating materials, leading social media efforts, and coordinating training to advance statewide college access initiatives.

The candidate should reside within commuting distance of Nashville, TN, and the position is hybrid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, higher education, or relevant field; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Technical proficiency in software and social media platforms; ability to learn new tools quickly.
• Strong knowledge of postsecondary education requirements, options, applications, financial aid and scholarships.
• Strong program management skills with experience developing processes and delivering on time.
• Successfully pass Federal and State background screening.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop materials used by Advise TN for internal and external communications, maintaining brand cohesiveness.
• Lead social media engagement across institutional platforms to strengthen community connection and visibility.
• Assist in development and delivery of training for current staff to support growth and goals.
• Maintain expertise in Tennessee’s college access landscape to keep communications current and accurate.
• Engage with state and regional networks and attend conferences to share best practices.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in communication or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Social media platforms

Job description

Advise TN, in partnership with Austin Peay State University, seeks a dynamic Assistant Director of Operations and Engagement to oversee branding, communications, and staff development. The role includes creating materials, leading social media efforts, and coordinating training to advance statewide college access initiatives.

The candidate should reside within commuting distance of Nashville, TN, and the position is hybrid.