Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment

TNBR Careers; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Morristown seeks a Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment to provide strategic leadership for student services and enrollment. The role reports to the College President and collaborates with college leaders to advance student success from recruitment through completion and placement.

The position requires strong supervisory skills, policy interpretation, and a commitment to student-centered outcomes, with a focus on accessibility and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of full‑time professional experience in education, workforce development, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of supervisory or management experience in student services or educational administration.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and ability to foster a welcoming environment.
• Ability to interpret and implement institutional policies and regulations; familiarity with accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate student affairs, enrollment services, and related operations.
• Provide strategic direction and day‑to‑day leadership for student services from recruitment to completion.
• Collaborate with college leaders to plan, implement, and assess student programs and accreditation activities.
• Oversee dual enrollment activities and partnerships with high schools and K‑12 partners.
• Coordinate communications and reporting for student services and compliance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Student affairs

Enrollment management

Policy interpretation

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student information systems

Job description

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Morristown is accepting applications for a full‑time Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment. Reporting to the College President, this position provides leadership for student affairs and enrollment services and works collaboratively to advance student success.

Position Purpose

The Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment provides strategic direction and day‑to‑day leadership for student affairs, supporting students from recruitment and admission through completion and placement. In TCAT Morristown’s collaborative environment, the Vice President combines sound administrative judgment with active engagement in departmental initiatives and operations as needed. The position supports compliance with Tennessee Board of Regents policies, applicable laws, and accreditation requirements and works closely with other college leaders to meet the needs of students and the communities served.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of full‑time professional experience in education, workforce development, public service, nonprofit administration, or a related field, including experience planning, coordinating, and implementing programs or services; post‑secondary experience preferred.
• Minimum of five years of successful supervisory or management experience. Experience in student affairs, student services, or educational administration preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and a student‑centered philosophy, with the ability to foster a welcoming and supportive environment that promotes student engagement, retention, and completion. Must demonstrate a genuine willingness to assist students, address concerns, and proactively identify and help remove barriers that may hinder students from achieving educational and career goals.
• Ability to interpret, implement, and evaluate institutional policies and applicable state and federal laws and regulations; familiarity with requirements affecting student services preferred.
• Experience with information management systems and regulatory or accreditation requirements preferred; ability to learn student information systems and college accreditation standards required.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, professionalism, tact, and ability to communicate effectively with students, the public, and colleagues.
• Strong administrative, technical writing, project management, and organizational skills, including the ability to direct work, prioritize competing projects, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with student information systems such as Banner preferred.
• Strong analytical, written, verbal, and presentation skills, with attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to maintain focus on complex tasks.

General Duties

• Support the College President in reviewing, developing, implementing, and monitoring student affairs goals and objectives and recommend improvements.
• Provide leadership for Student Affairs in TBR‑directed initiatives, strategic planning, departmental operations, and the supervision, evaluation, and professional development of Student Affairs personnel.
• Lead and participate in student services functions, including admissions, recruiting, orientation, career counseling, campus tours, exit interviews, graduate placement, required student surveys, and related annual reporting.
• Work collaboratively with the Student Affairs Coordinator and other college leaders to plan and implement student activities, student organizations, student recognition, and student leadership initiatives.
• Plan and develop accreditation activities related to Student Affairs, including effectiveness of student services, placement services, program outcomes follow‑up, and student recruitment and retention.
• Coordinate with the College Compliance Coordinator on student accommodation requests, supporting timely, confidential communication and implementation of approved accommodations in accordance with applicable laws, TBR policies, and institutional procedures.
• Provide leadership and oversight for student complaints, appeals, and related student concerns in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
• Guide and contribute to updates of the Student Handbook and campus publications and coordinate with campus and TBR marketing on social media, website, and public relations promotions.
• Maintain a working knowledge of financial aid and collaborate with the Student Affairs Coordinator and designated financial aid personnel to support compliant operations and responsive student service.
• Plan and execute dual enrollment events and special projects and work with the CTE & Business/Industry Coordinator to satisfy requirements for grant‑funded programs.
• Serve as a campus point of contact for dual enrollment matters involving students, parents, school personnel, high school Instructors, college faculty, and staff; develop tracking tools for dual enrollment student academic performance and success.
• Lead the growth and development of dual enrollment plans and build relationships with high school administrators, counselors, teachers, CTE directors, and other members of the K‑12 educational community.
• Identify, initiate, and sustain partnerships with area schools that expand EPSOs and assist students in pursuing high‑skill, high‑wage, and high‑demand occupations.
• Coordinate and actively support communications with prospective students, parents and guests, counselors, and college constituents through email, letters, telephone, appointments, tours, and other media.
• Develop, implement, and assess strategies to increase awareness of TCAT Morristown and strengthen student recruitment, enrollment, retention, completion, and graduate placement.
• Balance departmental leadership with direct participation in student‑facing services, projects, and operational activities when needed, modeling a collaborative, service‑oriented approach.
• Participate in professional development activities and statewide workshops and perform additional duties as assigned.

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications, experience, education, and in accordance with the guidelines established by the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Application Process

For consideration, qualified applicants should submit a detailed resume and application, including qualifications and salary requirements. We will accept applications through November 27, 2026.

Applications are available at the Morristown campus or on our website at: www.tcatmorristown.edu

Applications and related paperwork should be submitted to:

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Morristown

Attention: Kasi Mousseau - Human Resources

821 West Louise Avenue, Morristown, TN 37813

423-771-9088 [e-mail]

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Morristown does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies: Mr. Efferd Barrett [phone], email [e-mail].