Dual Enrollment Associate

Title:                          Dual Enrollment Associate

Classification:         Full-time Administrative – Non-Exempt – Support Staff

Office Location:      TCAT McMinnville, 241 Vo Tech Dr., McMinnville, TN 37110

Hours:                       Normal work hours 7:30am-4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, or as needed to fulfill duties of the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution.  Five years of experience in K-12 or post-secondary required.
• Ability to lead, plan and prioritize projects.
• Demonstrated abilities in leadership, human relations, communication skills (written and verbal), and organizational skills.
• Evidence of strong work ethic as it relates to timeliness of reporting, oversight of multiple on-going projects, and the ability to work with industry, educational institutions, and employers.
• Ability to effectively analyze data and inquiries, think critically, and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English with excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of network systems; knowledge of student information management systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with multiple local businesses, employers, industry, workforce development agencies, secondary and post-secondary institutions.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekend and evening hours.
• Ability to work with a variety of constituents such as students, parents, high schools, employers, and postsecondary.
• Ability to exercise good judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Possess valid TN driver’s license.
• Willing to travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Previous dual enrollment experience.

General Duties:

• Manage communications with prospective students, parents, guests, high school counselors, independent counselors, employers, and college constituents.
• Act as a liaison between TCAT-McMinnville personnel, area high schools, students (including homeschool), parents, and employers to expand EPSOs and work-based learning opportunities for students.
• Ensure dual enrollment registration and grant applications are completed at the beginning of each high school term.
• Visit each high school in the TCAT-McMinnville service area at a minimum of once per month.
• Oversee all dual student enrollment and records.
• Train and support dual enrollment instructors on TCAT processes.
• Serve as a success coach for dual enrollment students and continue coaching when dual enrollment students transition to TCAT – McMinnville.
• Counsel graduating dual students and help them transition to TCAT – McMinnville.
• Develop and maintain tracking tools of academic performance and success for dual enrollment students.  Keep accurate data on dual enrollment as requested.
• Participate on committees, task forces, and advisory board as appropriate for the growth and development of K-12 programs and TCAT - McMinnville.
• Participate as a member of the student services team for special events, including student orientations, graduation, student appreciation days, etc.  Plan and coordinate TCAT-McMinnville high school events such as NC3 signing.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or President.

Background checks will be completed on all new hires. Potential employees will be asked to sign a background release authorizing TCAT-McMinnville to complete a background check which will include the following: Sex Offender Registry, County Criminal &Federal Criminal.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions (ADA REQUIREMENTS)

Walking, climbing, bending and stooping. Work performed in office, testing center and classroom environments. Position requires the use of a computer.

Sedentary Work – Walking or standing to a significant degree; sitting for brief periods of time; be able to bend and stoop; use body members (arms, hands, fingers).

SALARY: Commensurate with experience, education, and training according to Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology salary guidelines.


EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal/financial background check will be required for applicants elected.

TCAT McMinnville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity 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 the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Michele Chamberlain, michele.chamberlain@tcatmcminnville.edu, 241 Vo-Tech Dr, McMinnville, TN 37110, (931) 473-5587. The TCAT McMinnville policy on nondiscrimination can be found at https://tcatmcminnville.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement . EOE/AA/Title IX/Title VI/ADA Employer

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