Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)
Director of High School Initiatives
Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR), Jackson, Tennessee, us, 38303
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Job Summary
This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing all early post-secondary opportunities for Jackson State Community College. This position manages all aspects of the dual enrollment and middle college program by establishing and maintaining partnerships with K-12 school districts in the Jackson State’s 10 county service area.
Job Duties
Facilitate the implementation of initiatives and strategies related to dual enrollment and middle college. Work collaboratively with high school administration to develop the academic schedules Work with the academic deans to provide dual enrollment courses, including instructor staffing Develop and coordinate marketing, recruiting and outreach activities to enhance knowledge of and participation in dual enrollment and middle college programs. Provides orientations and support for new instructors, students, and parents Administer the Dual Enrollment and Middle College Scholarships Work collaboratively with Campus Directors to coordinate all early post-secondary opportunities in their service areas Work closely with admissions, financial aid, and business office to facilitate dual admissions, student support, and payments Serve as liaison between area school systems, high school administration, counselors, teachers, and parents Coordinate academic resources for students and track their academic progress Assist with the transition of dual enrollment students matriculating to Jackson State Develop and maintain Memoranda of Understanding with area school systems Work collaboratively with Middle College administration to provide course schedule planning and student advising Related duties as assigned Maintain digital records appropriate to the Academic Affairs unit.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Minimum of 2 years' experience working in higher education with high school partnerships Experience with administering the Dual Enrollment/Middle College grant
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited institution Two (2) or more years of community college experience
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Technology Skills: Banner, MS Office skills, Word, Excel, Outlook; videoconferencing software; digital records management systems; general operating systems and data information systems Effective verbal and written communication skills with diverse individuals Time management and organizational skills to meet planning and other assigned deadlines
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Prolonged periods of standing at times Prolonged screen time Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times Repetitive Movement
Pay Rate:
$63,853 - $79,815 (Annual salary depending on eligible experience, which is defined by the current compensation plan.)
Position Close Date:
Open until filled. For best consideration, please apply by, 9/24/2025.
Special Instructions To Applicants
To be considered for this position, you must submit an application. Prior applications will not be used to fill this vacancy.
A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Director of High School Initiatives
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Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Director of High School Initiatives
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Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Title:
Director of High School Initiatives
Job Summary
This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing all early post-secondary opportunities for Jackson State Community College. This position manages all aspects of the dual enrollment and middle college program by establishing and maintaining partnerships with K-12 school districts in the Jackson State’s 10 county service area.
Job Duties
Facilitate the implementation of initiatives and strategies related to dual enrollment and middle college. Work collaboratively with high school administration to develop the academic schedules Work with the academic deans to provide dual enrollment courses, including instructor staffing Develop and coordinate marketing, recruiting and outreach activities to enhance knowledge of and participation in dual enrollment and middle college programs. Provides orientations and support for new instructors, students, and parents Administer the Dual Enrollment and Middle College Scholarships Work collaboratively with Campus Directors to coordinate all early post-secondary opportunities in their service areas Work closely with admissions, financial aid, and business office to facilitate dual admissions, student support, and payments Serve as liaison between area school systems, high school administration, counselors, teachers, and parents Coordinate academic resources for students and track their academic progress Assist with the transition of dual enrollment students matriculating to Jackson State Develop and maintain Memoranda of Understanding with area school systems Work collaboratively with Middle College administration to provide course schedule planning and student advising Related duties as assigned Maintain digital records appropriate to the Academic Affairs unit.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution Minimum of 2 years' experience working in higher education with high school partnerships Experience with administering the Dual Enrollment/Middle College grant
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited institution Two (2) or more years of community college experience
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Technology Skills: Banner, MS Office skills, Word, Excel, Outlook; videoconferencing software; digital records management systems; general operating systems and data information systems Effective verbal and written communication skills with diverse individuals Time management and organizational skills to meet planning and other assigned deadlines
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Prolonged periods of standing at times Prolonged screen time Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times Repetitive Movement
Pay Rate:
$63,853 - $79,815 (Annual salary depending on eligible experience, which is defined by the current compensation plan.)
Position Close Date:
Open until filled. For best consideration, please apply by, 9/24/2025.
Special Instructions To Applicants
To be considered for this position, you must submit an application. Prior applications will not be used to fill this vacancy.
A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Business Development and Sales Industries Higher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Director Initiatives” roles.
Jackson, TN $144,110.00-$165,000.00 23 minutes ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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