Strategic Operations & Travel Coordinator

University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, seeks an administrative operations support professional in the Tickle College of Engineering to streamline cross-functional office functions. This role reports to the Administrative Services Manager and serves as the primary contact for travel, budgeting, purchasing, and senior leadership support, including KICS, ISD, and EPP.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and experience coordinating large

Qualifications

• Education and experience matching requirements.
• Ability to interpret policies and support diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Advise on travel policies and procedures for assigned units and assist with training and compliance.
• Manage and support fiscal operations including budget tracking, purchasing, AP/AR, payroll tracking, vendor setup, and contracts.
• Provide broad administrative support: office operations, visitor engagement, sourcing supplies, parking coordination, and meeting coordination.
• Coordinate and execute training, events, recruiting activities, and college-wide events with logistics, marketing, and recordkeeping.

Skills

Independent work

Written & verbal communication

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Event planning

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma + 6 years coordinating large office

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance or related field + 2 years coordinating large office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, seeks an administrative operations support professional in the Tickle College of Engineering to streamline cross-functional office functions. This role reports to the Administrative Services Manager and serves as the primary contact for travel, budgeting, purchasing, and senior leadership support, including KICS, ISD, and EPP.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and experience coordinating large