Job Description

Job Title

Director of Scholars Academy

Department

Vice Provost for Student Success

Salary

$66,342 - $83,039; commensurate with experience

Basic Function

Reporting to the Associate Vice Provost of Student Success, the Director of the Scholars Academy will oversee all operations, programming, and outcomes of the Scholars Academy. The Director will be responsible for recruitment and program growth as well as measuring success of the program by meeting persistence, retention, and completion goals. The Director will supervise the Assistant Director of Scholars Academy as well as recruit, train, and schedule all peer mentors included in the program. Additional responsibilities include working collaboratively with campus partners to identify programs, workshops, and related activities to enhance student involvement and success. The Director will also continually develop and maintain community partnerships to create awareness opportunities that further the program's vision and goals.

Required Education

Master's degree in related field.

Required Related Experience

Minimum of (2) years successful experience working with secondary or post-secondary at-risk students.

Required License/Registration/Certification

A valid driver's license is required.

Desirable Related Experience

Successful experience developing programs related to enhancing student success and or working directly with at risk students.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: May 25, 2026