Student Life Associate

Tennessee Board of Regents; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Board of Regents invites applications for a Student Life Associate to support the Office of Student Life and related offices. The role involves event planning, office management, and coordinating resources to enhance student engagement.

Responsibilities include staffing the Student Life Office, guiding students, organizing events like Fall Fest, and managing communications and social media. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and strong Microsoft Office skills, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Minimum two years of customer service experience.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provides staffing support for the Student Life Office and guides students.
• Educates students on involvement opportunities and resources.
• Plans, promotes, and executes Student Life and organization events.
• Manages office communications and social media activities.
• Coordinates purchasing and travel for events across campuses.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Communication

Event planning

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Canva

Photoshop

Job description

Title: Student Life Associate

POSITION SUMMARY
The Student Life Associate will support the Office of Student Life and other offices, such as the Access Center, with event planning, coordination, office management, and additional duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides staffing support for the Student Life Office, remains available to students for engagement coaching and guidance. Answers walk-in questions and provides college resources to students. Serves in an on-call capacity for Student Life, prepared to support other student affairs offices as needed. Attends college events and NSCC1010 classes to educate students on involvement opportunities. Manages office phone and email communications for Student Life and Access Center, ensuring timely responses to enquiries while also supporting the maintenance and activity of Student Affairs' social media accounts.

Supports the creation, planning, promotion and execution of Student Life and Student Organization Events. This includes passive events, large-scale college wide events (e.g. Fall Fest, Spring Fest), and student organization events and meetings. Responsibilities include reserving spaces, coordinating food orders, and completing required documentation for the finance Office. Serves as a reader/scribe for the Access Center as needed. Develops marketing materials and collaborates with the Creative Services Office to promote upcoming events and resources to current and prospective students. Travels to other campuses as required to support student life activities. Coordinates purchasing for Student Life and Access Center through SciQuest including processing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and managing supplies across campuses.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma

Minimum two (2) years of customer service experience

Ability to lift 30 lbs. when necessary

Strong Experience with Microsoft Office Suite Products

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Associate’s Degree

Proficiency in basic computer design in programs such as Canva or Photoshop

One (1) Year of community college experience directly serving students

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Utilize Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) or appropriate alternative software to the extent required to effectively perform the essential functions. Provide quality customer service and support to students and all visitors to the office. Communicate effectively using a variety of styles and techniques appropriate to inform or
persuade the intended audience.

Open Until Filled: Yes

Rate of Pay: $31,239.00 - $37,479.00 depending on experience

Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

Advertised: 25 Sep 2025 Central Daylight Time