Job Description

Job Summary

The Prestigious Awards and Scholar Development Advisor empowers high-achieving undergraduate students to pursue life-changing opportunities-such as nationally/internationally competitive scholarships, fellowships, internships, and graduate study.

In this role, you'll work closely with students to identify their goals, develop their strengths, and guide them through every stage of the application process-from early exploration to final submission. You'll design and lead engaging workshops, support internal nomination processes, and build partnerships to expand access to these opportunities.

This position is especially focused on increasing access for first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students. You'll play a key role in helping talented students recognize their potential and successfully compete at the highest levels.

If you're passionate about student success, mentorship, and opening doors to transformative experiences, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience advising or mentoring students in one-on-one and group settings
Familiarity with the landscape of Prestigious Awards and current best practices in advising.
Familiarity with competitive scholarships, fellowships, or similar high-impact programs (or the ability to quickly learn)
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across groups of people
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail
Experience supporting students in developing written materials (e.g., essays, applications, personal statements)
Comfort using data to track engagement, assess outcomes, and inform improvements
Experience planning events, workshops, or outreach initiatives
Confidence in public speaking and presenting to a variety of audiences
Strong writing and editing skills
Familiarity with social media or communications tools is a plus"

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., English, History, Political Science, Communications, Education, International Studies, or related disciplines emphasizing writing, advising, or global engagement).
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in academic advising, student success, writing support, global learning, or awards/fellowships advising.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or equivalent experience in higher education, student affairs, international education, public service, or a related field.
Experience in academic advising, career planning, educational counseling, or related services in a higher education context.
Exceptional interpersonal and coaching skills, with experience facilitating workshops or trainings.
Demonstrated success supporting underrepresented, first-generation, and/or low-income students.
Experience advising students on prestigious fellowships or providing academic writing support.
Experience reviewing and providing feedback on application materials or scholarly writing.
Background in undergraduate research, academic enrichment, or experiential learning programs.
Experience developing or managing a peer advising or mentorship program related to fellowships or scholar development.

Compensation & Benefits

Job Family - Student Services Professional 1E
Market Range - 6 (Salary Schedules)
For information on benefits please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

Application Instructions

Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Employment contingent on a satisfactory background check.

ETSU is an equal opportunity employer.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Job Info

Job Identification 876
Job Category Student Services
Posting Date 05/01/2026, 10:00 AM
Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 247 S Dossett Dr, Johnson City, TN, 37614, US

East Tennessee State University

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