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At tnAchieves, we are passionate about transforming lives and communities. Joining our team means becoming part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to increasing post-secondary access and success for Tennessee students. We offer dynamic career opportunities in a collaborative environment where your work directly impacts student achievement and community growth. If you're motivated to make a difference and thrive in a culture of innovation and service, explore how you can grow your career with tnAchieves.

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Access Coach (Knoxville Office)

  • tnAchieves Access coaches make their dent in the universe by showing up every day for students. More tangibly, this service-driven position proactively works with students as they transition from high school to institutions of higher education. They ensure students complete critical college milestones like filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and working through the admissions process. They are part of a cohort of coaches and a larger team dedicated to closing equity gaps plaguing the education pipeline. This means thinking creatively and working intentionally to connect with students who are at risk to level the playing field to a college credential. 

    Equally important is the opportunity for continuous learning and professional development as part of a mission-driven team. tnAchieves invests in each team member to identify and foster skillsets that will serve individuals throughout their careers. The organization is intentional about creating a strong culture of shared values. This contributes to a talent pipeline for growth opportunities as the organization evolves to expand its impact.

    tnAchieves offers a competitive hiring package, complete with generous paid time off, a hybrid work schedule, opportunities for growth and a full benefits package.

    Starting base salary is $50,000 with full compensation package (benefits and PTO) totaling $65,000.

    *This compensation package includes: employer-covered health insurance , employer-paid life insurance, paid holiday time, PTO, an employer 401K match, and financial advising services

    This position will begin June 2026

    If interested, apply HERE: tnAchieves Job Application

    • Communicates daily with students and parents

    • Coordinate and attend FAFSA and TN Promise application days at each assigned high school 

    • Prepares high school student meeting materials and execute assigned mandatory meetings for TN Promise

    • Build solid relationships with counselors, administrators, and staff at high schools

    • Serve as public advocate for program and raise awareness with community at large

    • Maintains student database including, but not limited to, community service verification, student meeting attendance, intervention, connection and grant documentation and processing student excuse forms and ineligibility arguments

    • Assists with planning, application processing and administering tnAchieves Summer Programs 

    • Develop relationships with key post-secondary partners to gain knowledge of post-secondary processes and student resources 

    • Attends individual and team meetings as scheduled by direct supervisor and leadership

    • Bachelor’s degree required

    • Consistently practices positivity and adaptability

    • Identifies and analyzes problems through a solutions-oriented lens

    • Embraces learning new skills and asks questions to gain full understanding

    • Communicates proactively and effectively

    • Takes initiative and is prepared

    • Willingness to travel regionally on a weekly basis

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook Suite and Salesforce

    • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

    • Number of applicants/percentage from high school 

    • Number of applicants who FAFSA file

    • Percentage of students who complete a college application

    • Percentage of applicants who enter college (both community college and other)

    • Percentage of students completing community service requirements 

    • Number of students connected with weekly

    • Practices prompt and accurate internal and external correspondence

COMPLETE Coach
(Nashville Office)

  • A successful COMPLETE coach cares deeply about student success, is hard-working and adaptable while maintaining a positive mindset. COMPLETE coaches thrive in a fast-paced and data-driven work environment. Coaches enjoy building relationships with post-secondary institution staff to expand their resource knowledge to help students succeed. The coach role offers a unique opportunity to connect with many stakeholders in education and to utilize skills like public speaking, time management, and database management and reporting (Salesforce).

    Each coach works with an average cohort size of 400 students. Coaches support their students by serving as a trusted accountability partner, connecting them with resources and grant opportunities that align with their needs and help students navigate the journey to their future career.

    Equally important is the opportunity for continuous learning and professional development as part of a mission-driven team. tnAchieves invests in each team member to identify and foster skillsets that will serve individuals throughout their careers. The organization is intentional about creating a strong culture of shared values. This contributes to a talent pipeline for growth opportunities as the organization evolves to expand its impact.

    tnAchieves offers a competitive hiring package, complete with generous paid time off, a hybrid work schedule, opportunities for growth and a full benefits package. 

    Starting base salary is $50,000 with full compensation package (benefits and PTO) totaling $65,000.

    *This compensation package includes: employer-covered health insurance , employer-paid life insurance, paid holiday time, PTO, an employer 401K match, and financial advising services

    This position will begin June 2026

    If interested, apply HERE: tnAchieves Job Application

    • Communicates daily with students and parents

    • Prepares high school student meeting materials and execute assigned mandatory meetings for TN Promise

    • Conducts one-on-one and group meetings on college campuses

    • Maintains student database including, but not limited to, community service verification, student meeting attendance, intervention, connection and grant documentation and processing student excuse forms and ineligibility arguments

    • Assists with planning, application processing and administering tnAchieves Summer Programs

    • Attends individual and team meetings as scheduled by direct supervisor and leadership

    • Bachelor’s degree required

    • Consistently practices positivity and adaptability

    • Identifies and analyzes problems through a solutions-oriented lens

    • Embraces learning new skills and asks questions to gain full understanding

    • Communicates proactively and effectively

    • Takes initiative and is prepared

    • Willingness to travel regionally on a weekly basis

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook Suite and Salesforce

    • Meets benchmark and semester goals

    • Maintains relationships with frontline college staff

    • Participates in all tnAchieves college access/success efforts (TN Promise app, FAFSA, mandatory meetings, community service, summer programs, etc.)

    • Practices prompt and accurate internal and external correspondence

    • Processes COMPLETE Grants with timely attention to detail

Content Manager

COMPLETE Coach
(Memphis Office)

  • A successful COMPLETE coach cares deeply about student success, is hard-working and adaptable while maintaining a positive mindset. COMPLETE coaches thrive in a fast-paced and data-driven work environment. Coaches enjoy building relationships with post-secondary institution staff to expand their resource knowledge to help students succeed. The coach role offers a unique opportunity to connect with many stakeholders in education and to utilize skills like public speaking, time management, and database management and reporting (Salesforce).

    Each coach works with an average cohort size of 175 students. Coaches support their students by serving as a trusted accountability partner, connecting them with resources and grant opportunities that align with their needs and help students navigate the journey to their future career.

    Equally important is the opportunity for continuous learning and professional development as part of a mission-driven team. tnAchieves invests in each team member to identify and foster skillsets that will serve individuals throughout their careers. The organization is intentional about creating a strong culture of shared values. This contributes to a talent pipeline for growth opportunities as the organization evolves to expand its impact.

    tnAchieves offers a competitive hiring package, complete with generous paid time off, a hybrid work schedule, opportunities for growth and a full benefits package. 

    Starting base salary is $50,000 with full compensation package (benefits and PTO) totaling $65,000.

    *This compensation package includes: employer-covered health insurance , employer-paid life insurance, paid holiday time, PTO, an employer 401K match, and financial advising services

    This position will begin June 2026

    If interested, apply HERE: tnAchieves Job Application

    • Communicates daily with students and parents

    • Prepares high school student meeting materials and execute assigned mandatory meetings for TN Promise

    • Conducts one-on-one and group meetings on college campuses

    • Maintains student database including, but not limited to, community service verification, student meeting attendance, intervention, connection and grant documentation and processing student excuse forms and ineligibility arguments

    • Assists with planning, application processing and administering tnAchieves Summer Programs

    • Attends individual and team meetings as scheduled by direct supervisor and leadership

    • Bachelor’s degree required

    • Consistently practices positivity and adaptability

    • Identifies and analyzes problems through a solutions-oriented lens

    • Embraces learning new skills and asks questions to gain full understanding

    • Communicates proactively and effectively

    • Takes initiative and is prepared

    • Willingness to travel regionally on a weekly basis

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook Suite and Salesforce

    • Meets benchmark and semester goals

    • Maintains relationships with frontline college staff

    • Participates in all tnAchieves college access/success efforts (TN Promise app, FAFSA, mandatory meetings, community service, summer programs, etc.)

    • Practices prompt and accurate internal and external correspondence

    • Processes COMPLETE Grants with timely attention to detail

Access Coach
(Memphis Office)

  • tnAchieves Access coaches make their dent in the universe by showing up every day for students. More tangibly, this service-driven position proactively works with students as they transition from high school to institutions of higher education. They ensure students complete critical college milestones like filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and working through the admissions process. They are part of a cohort of coaches and a larger team dedicated to closing equity gaps plaguing the education pipeline. This means thinking creatively and working intentionally to connect with students who are at risk to level the playing field to a college credential. 

    Equally important is the opportunity for continuous learning and professional development as part of a mission-driven team. tnAchieves invests in each team member to identify and foster skillsets that will serve individuals throughout their careers. The organization is intentional about creating a strong culture of shared values. This contributes to a talent pipeline for growth opportunities as the organization evolves to expand its impact.

    tnAchieves offers a competitive hiring package, complete with generous paid time off, a hybrid work schedule, opportunities for growth and a full benefits package.

    Starting base salary is $50,000 with full compensation package (benefits and PTO) totaling $65,000.

    *This compensation package includes: employer-covered health insurance , employer-paid life insurance, paid holiday time, PTO, an employer 401K match, and financial advising services

    This position will begin June 2026

    If interested, apply HERE: tnAchieves Job Application

    • Communicates daily with students and parents

    • Coordinate and attend FAFSA and TN Promise application days at each assigned high school 

    • Prepares high school student meeting materials and execute assigned mandatory meetings for TN Promise

    • Build solid relationships with counselors, administrators, and staff at high schools

    • Serve as public advocate for program and raise awareness with community at large

    • Maintains student database including, but not limited to, community service verification, student meeting attendance, intervention, connection and grant documentation and processing student excuse forms and ineligibility arguments

    • Assists with planning, application processing and administering tnAchieves Summer Programs 

    • Develop relationships with key post-secondary partners to gain knowledge of post-secondary processes and student resources 

    • Attends individual and team meetings as scheduled by direct supervisor and leadership

    • Bachelor’s degree required

    • Consistently practices positivity and adaptability

    • Identifies and analyzes problems through a solutions-oriented lens

    • Embraces learning new skills and asks questions to gain full understanding

    • Communicates proactively and effectively

    • Takes initiative and is prepared

    • Willingness to travel regionally on a weekly basis

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook Suite and Salesforce

    • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

    • Number of applicants/percentage from high school 

    • Number of applicants who FAFSA file

    • Percentage of students who complete a college application

    • Percentage of applicants who enter college (both community college and other)

    • Percentage of students completing community service requirements 

    • Number of students connected with weekly

    • Practices prompt and accurate internal and external correspondence

  • The tnAchieves Content Manager tells the story of Tennessee students through content that reaches students, families, mentors, counselors, college partners, employers and donors statewide.

    The role has three main areas: owning tnAchieves' social media (content, calendar, publishing across all channels), managing scheduling and logistics for the At Scale podcast, and building/editing documents in InDesign, Word and PowerPoint alongside the Chief Content Officer.

    The work is fast-paced and deadline-driven. A typical week might include scheduling a week of social posts, podcast editing, chart-building, and proofing. tnAchieves needs someone who can execute independently. Accuracy and follow-through matter, since every piece (from legislative one-pagers to student emails) has a specific audience and no room for outdated info.

    Equally important is the opportunity for continuous learning and professional development as part of a mission-driven team. tnAchieves invests in each team member to identify and foster skillsets that will serve individuals throughout their careers. The organization is intentional about creating a strong culture of shared values. This contributes to a talent pipeline for growth opportunities as the organization evolves to expand its impact.

    tnAchieves offers a competitive hiring package, complete with generous paid time off, a hybrid work schedule, opportunities for growth and a full benefits package. 

    Starting base salary is $50,000 with full compensation package (benefits and PTO) totaling $65,000.

    *This compensation package includes: employer-covered health insurance , employer-paid life insurance, paid holiday time, PTO, an employer 401K match, and financial advising services

    If interested, apply HERE: tnAchieves Job Application

    Please attach a portfolio of work to your application.

  • Social Media

    •      Manage the tnAchieves social media presence and accounts across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, TikTok and X

    •      Design graphics and edit short-form video for each platform

    •      Own the content calendar, and schedule and publish on a consistent cadence

    •      Coordinate the calendar around TN Promise deadlines, program milestones, events and podcast releases

    •      Monitor comments and messages, and route questions to the right team member

    •      Report performance and recommend adjustments to content, format, timing and channel mix

    Podcast and Video

    •      Manage At Scale scheduling and logistics, including guest outreach, recording dates, guest preparation and day-of coordination

    •      Edit episode audio and video, and publish on the established release calendar

    •      Produce episode marketing assets, including clips, graphics, captions and media kits

    •      Produce video content for mentors, students and parents, and support the mandatory student webinar

    Document Creation and Editing

    •      Support the Chief Content Officer on major publications, including the annual report and program handbooks, covering layout production, edits, proofing and press-ready file prep

    •      Build and update program one-pagers for COMPLETE, Access, Summer Programs, TN Promise requirements and legislative priorities

    •      Build and edit slide decks for board meetings, community events and partner presentations

    •      Produce event collateral, including invitations, signage, name tags, programs and run of show documents

    •      Work alongside the data team to turn program data into charts, maps and one-pager displays

    •      Coordinate print production with vendors, including proofs, quantities and delivery deadlines

    Website and Brand

    •      Maintain the tnAchieves website, including publishing blog posts and press releases, updating pages, and refreshing TN Promise and program requirement copy annually

    •      Review materials against tnAchieves brand and voice standards, and proofread outgoing content

    •      Maintain the brand guide, template library, logo files and photo library

    •      Photograph students, mentors, coaches and events, and manage the photo archive in Lightroom

    Organizational Support

    •      Approach all responsibilities with flexibility, accountability and a willingness to support the broader tnAchieves team

    •      Assist with TN Promise meetings and other major organizational initiatives as needed

    •      Respond to routine student communications during periods of increased organizational need

    •      Attends individual and team meetings as scheduled by direct supervisor and leadership

  • •      Bachelor's degree required

    •      Portfolio of design and writing samples required

    •      Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and Lightroom, more depth is better

    •      Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

    •      Working knowledge of social media platforms, scheduling tools and analytics

    •      Strong writing and editing skills, able to draft clean, accurate copy, not only design it

    •      Careful proofreader who manages multiple deadlines without losing accuracy

    •      Solutions-oriented, adaptable and quick to ask questions

    •      Communicates proactively, takes initiative and follows through

    •      Willingness to travel across Tennessee for events, photography and statewide tour stops

    •      Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook Suite; Salesforce experience preferred

    Additional Skills That Strengthen an Application

    Not required. The more a candidate brings, the more this role can do.

    •      Additional Adobe applications, including Photoshop and After Effects

    •      Photography and videography

    •      Print production, including bleeds, spreads, CMYK and press-ready export

    •      Motion graphics and animation

    •      Audio engineering

    •      Squarespace or a comparable content management system

    •      Data visualization and infographic design

    •      HTML and CSS

  • •      Social content publishes on a consistent cadence across all channels

    •      At Scale recordings are scheduled and confirmed ahead of the release calendar

    •      At Scale episodes and marketing assets publish according to release calendar

    •      Documents and one-pagers are delivered on deadline, accurate and press-ready

    •      All tnAchieves materials meet brand and voice standards

    •      Website program requirements, deadlines and data displays remain accurate and current

    •      Social media performance reported monthly

    •      Practices prompt and accurate internal and external correspondence

Grants Manager

  • The Grants Manager plays a critical role in securing and stewarding the resources that allow tnAchieves to serve students at scale. This person researches funding opportunities, develops compelling proposals, manages grant reporting and ensures tnAchieves consistently communicates its work, outcomes and impact with accuracy and clarity.

    This is a writing-intensive role for someone who can take complex programs, data and ideas and shape them into a clear, cohesive and persuasive story. The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and editor who is highly organized, attentive to detail and able to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders without losing sight of the larger goal. This person should understand, or be prepared to quickly develop a strong understanding of, tnAchieves, Tennessee's higher education landscape and the national philanthropic organizations investing in college access, completion, workforce development and economic mobility. Experience analyzing and translating data would be a significant asset.

    Equally important is the opportunity for continuous learning and professional development as part of a mission-driven team. tnAchieves invests in each team member to identify and foster skillsets that will serve individuals throughout their careers. The organization is intentional about creating a strong culture of shared values. This contributes to a talent pipeline for growth opportunities as the organization evolves to expand its impact.

    tnAchieves offers a competitive hiring package, complete with generous paid time off, a hybrid work schedule, opportunities for growth and a full benefits package. 

    Starting base salary is $50,000 with full compensation package (benefits and PTO) totaling $65,000.

    *This compensation package includes: employer-covered health insurance , employer-paid life insurance, paid holiday time, PTO, an employer 401K match, and financial advising services

    If interested, apply HERE: tnAchieves Job Application

    Please attach a grant writing sample to your application.

  • Grant Development and Management

    •      Research and evaluate local, state and national funding opportunities that align with the tnAchieves mission, programs and strategic priorities

    •      Develop a strong understanding of tnAchieves programs, outcomes, data and organizational priorities to accurately and compellingly communicate the organization's impact

    •      Write, edit and submit clear, persuasive and accurate grant proposals, letters of inquiry and other funding requests

    •      Manage all reporting requirements for existing grants, ensuring submissions are thorough, timely and responsive to funder expectations

    •      Maintain a comprehensive grants calendar and tracking system that includes deadlines, reporting requirements, audiences, requested amounts, award decisions and next steps

    •      Coordinate the collection of program, financial and outcome information needed for grant proposals and reports

    •      Partner with the Vice President of Finance to ensure grant budgets, expenditures and financial reporting are accurate and aligned

    •      Organize and facilitate regular Grant Committee meetings with the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Content Officer and Vice President of Finance

    •      Provide the President/CEO and senior leadership with regular updates on the grant pipeline, current awards, upcoming deadlines, funding trends and potential opportunities

    •      Build knowledge of national funders and philanthropic trends related to college access, persistence, completion, workforce development and economic mobility

    Data and Reporting

    •      Gather, review and organize program data for grant proposals, funder reports and other internal and external materials

    •      Manage required state reporting and ensure all submissions are complete, accurate and timely

    •      Work with the Chief Content Officer and Chief Operating Officer to translate data into clear narratives, reports, one-pagers and other organizational materials

    •      Review data and written materials for accuracy, consistency and alignment, identifying gaps or questions before materials are finalized

    •      Support the analysis of program outcomes and funding trends to strengthen proposals, reports and organizational decision-making

    •      Research, write and submit conference proposals that position tnAchieves as a leader in college access, completion and workforce development

    Organizational Support

    •      Support cross-functional projects that require strong writing, editing, organization, research or reporting skills

    •      Assist with TN Promise meetings and other major organizational initiatives as needed

    •      Respond to routine student communications during periods of increased organizational need

    •      Approach all responsibilities with flexibility, accountability and a willingness to support the broader tnAchieves team

    •      Attends individual and team meetings as scheduled by direct supervisor and leadership

  • •      Bachelor's degree required

    •      Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly, accurately and persuasively

    •      Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple deadlines, stakeholders and deliverables simultaneously

    •      Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing polished, high-quality work

    •      Ability to gather information from multiple programs and sources and develop a cohesive narrative

    •      Knowledge of tnAchieves, its programs and its role in advancing college access, completion and workforce development across Tennessee

    •      Familiarity with Tennessee's higher education landscape, including state agencies, public institutions, policies and initiatives, strongly preferred

    •      Knowledge of national philanthropy and funders focused on postsecondary education, workforce development and economic mobility preferred

    •      Experience with grant writing, grant management, nonprofit communications or a related field strongly preferred

    •      Experience analyzing data or translating quantitative findings into clear, accessible and compelling language is a plus

    •      Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to coordinate effectively across departments

    •      Sound judgment, initiative and the ability to work independently while keeping appropriate team members informed

    •      Commitment to the tnAchieves mission and a belief in the potential of every student

  • •      Research and evaluate local, state, federal, and private foundation grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities

    •      Increase the volume, quality, and total dollar value of submitted funding requests

    •      Write, edit, and submit compelling grant proposals compliant with funder guidelines and deadlines

    •      Collaborate with leadership, finance, and program teams to create realistic budgets and measurable outcomes

    •      Manage the full grant lifecycle to ensure compliance with funder metrics and standards

    •      Maintain grant calendars to guarantee on-time submission of progress reports, financial updates, and renewals

    •      Partner with finance to monitor grant expenditures and ensure proper fund allocation

    •      Collect program impact data to produce accurate reports demonstrating outcomes and performance

Senior Manager of Student Engagement

  • The Senior Manager of Student Engagement leads tnAchieves' student-facing communication strategy, ensuring students receive timely, accurate and motivating messages as they work toward key TN Promise and College Completion milestones. This person tracks student progress and outcomes data, translates that data into clear reporting, and uses those insights to shape communication that reaches students, families and mentors at the right moment with the right message.

    This is a writing-intensive, detail-driven role for someone who can manage a comprehensive communication strategy across multiple channels and audiences without letting deadlines or details slip. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and editor, comfortable building and analyzing reporting, and confident shifting priorities as program needs change throughout the year. This person will work closely with the communications team to align student-facing communication with tnAchieves' broader external communication strategy, and should be comfortable working in Salesforce CRM to manage and track student data.

    Equally important is the opportunity for continuous learning and professional development as part of a mission-driven team. tnAchieves invests in each team member to identify and foster skillsets that will serve individuals throughout their careers. The organization is intentional about creating a strong culture of shared values. This contributes to a talent pipeline for growth opportunities as the organization evolves to expand its impact.

    tnAchieves offers a competitive hiring package, complete with generous paid time off, a hybrid work schedule, opportunities for growth and a full benefits package. 

    Compensation will be considered based on experience starting at $50,000.

    *The full compensation package includes: employer-covered health insurance , employer-paid life insurance, paid holiday time, PTO, an employer 401K match, and financial advising services

    If interested, apply HERE: tnAchieves Job Application

    Please attach a writing sample to your application.

  • Student Communication Strategy

    •     Maintain a comprehensive student-facing communication strategy that keeps students, families and mentors informed and engaged at every stage of the TN Promise and college journey

    •     Write, edit and proofread student communications across email, text and mail, ensuring every message is clear, accurate and consistent with tnAchieves' voice and brand standards

    •     Build and maintain a communications calendar aligned to TN Promise deadlines, program milestones and college completion touchpoints

    •     Adapt messaging, timing and priorities in response to shifting program needs, policy changes or emerging student trends, ensuring communication stays relevant and timely

    Student Outcomes Tracking & Reporting

    •     Track student outcomes and progress toward key TN Promise and College Completion milestones, maintaining accurate and current records in Salesforce CRM

    •     Create, update and analyze reporting that translates student data into clear, actionable insights that inform and strengthen communication strategy

    •     Identify students falling behind on key milestones and coordinate targeted communication and outreach to help get them back on track

    •     Provide senior leadership with regular updates on communication performance, milestone completion trends and areas of student risk

    Cross-Team Collaboration

    •     Work closely with the Senior Manager of Community Engagement to align student-facing communication with tnAchieves' broader external communication strategy

    •     Partner with the Chief Content Officer and program teams to ensure messaging is consistent, accurate and reflects current program requirements

    •     Coordinate with mentors, coaches and college partners as needed to ensure communication reaches students through the right channels

    Organizational Support

    •     Approach all responsibilities with flexibility, accountability and a willingness to support the broader tnAchieves team

    •     Assist with TN Promise meetings and other major organizational initiatives as needed

    •     Respond to routine student communications during periods of increased organizational need

    •     Attends individual and team meetings as scheduled by direct supervisor and leadership

  • •     Bachelor's degree required

    •     Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and persuasively to a range of audiences

    •     Ability to create, update and analyze reporting to inform and improve communication strategy

    •     Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy across all student-facing materials

    •     Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, channels and stakeholders simultaneously

    •     Willingness to adapt and shift priorities based on current program needs

    •     Comfort with Salesforce CRM, or willingness to quickly develop proficiency

    •     Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook Suite

    •     Solutions-oriented, proactive and quick to take initiative

    •     Sound judgment and the ability to work independently while keeping appropriate team members informed

    •     Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to coordinate effectively across departments

    •     Commitment to the tnAchieves mission and a belief in the potential of every student

  • •     Student communications are accurate, on-brand and delivered on schedule

    •     Students remain informed and on track to meet key TN Promise and College Completion milestones

    •     Communication reporting is current, accurate and used to inform strategy adjustments

    •     Communication performance and milestone trends are reported to leadership on a regular cadence

    •     Salesforce student records remain accurate and current

    •     Practice prompt and accurate internal and external correspondence

COMPLETE Coach

(Nashville, TN)

  • A successful COMPLETE coach cares deeply about student success, is hard-working and adaptable while maintaining a positive mindset. COMPLETE coaches thrive in a fast-paced and data-driven work environment. Coaches enjoy building relationships with post-secondary institution staff to expand their resource knowledge to help students succeed. The coach role offers a unique opportunity to connect with many stakeholders in education and to utilize skills like public speaking, time management, and database management and reporting (Salesforce).

    Each coach works with an average cohort size of 400 students. Coaches support their students by serving as a trusted accountability partner, connecting them with resources and grant opportunities that align with their needs and help students navigate the journey to their future career.

    Equally important is the opportunity for continuous learning and professional development as part of a mission-driven team. tnAchieves invests in each team member to identify and foster skillsets that will serve individuals throughout their careers. The organization is intentional about creating a strong culture of shared values. This contributes to a talent pipeline for growth opportunities as the organization evolves to expand its impact.

    tnAchieves offers a competitive hiring package, complete with generous paid time off, a hybrid work schedule, opportunities for growth and a full benefits package. 

    Starting base salary is $50,000 with full compensation package (benefits and PTO) totaling $65,000.

    *This compensation package includes: employer-covered health insurance , employer-paid life insurance, paid holiday time, PTO, an employer 401K match, and financial advising services

    If interested, apply HERE: tnAchieves Job Application

    • Communicates daily with students and parents

    • Prepares high school student meeting materials and execute assigned mandatory meetings for TN Promise

    • Conducts one-on-one and group meetings on college campuses

    • Maintains student database including, but not limited to, community service verification, student meeting attendance, intervention, connection and grant documentation and processing student excuse forms and ineligibility arguments

    • Assists with planning, application processing and administering tnAchieves Summer Programs

    • Attends individual and team meetings as scheduled by direct supervisor and leadership

    • Bachelor’s degree required

    • Consistently practices positivity and adaptability

    • Identifies and analyzes problems through a solutions-oriented lens

    • Embraces learning new skills and asks questions to gain full understanding

    • Communicates proactively and effectively

    • Takes initiative and is prepared

    • Willingness to travel regionally on a weekly basis

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook Suite and Salesforce

    • Meets benchmark and semester goals

    • Maintains relationships with frontline college staff

    • Participates in all tnAchieves college access/success efforts (TN Promise app, FAFSA, mandatory meetings, community service, summer programs, etc.)

    • Practices prompt and accurate internal and external correspondence

    • Processes COMPLETE Grants with timely attention to detail

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