Wed, Apr 16th, '25
Applications received by April 20th, 2025 are ensured full consideration.
July 1, 2025
Wed, Apr 16th, '25
Responsibilities:
The ETSU Counseling Center is conducting a search for the Counseling Center Director. The Director of the ETSU Counseling Center provides creative leadership and vision to support and enhance the operations of the ETSU Counseling Center in providing high-quality and timely mental health services and effective outreach programming to meet the needs of the University’s diverse student population. The Director is responsible for: the development and implementation of Counseling Center policies and procedures, the recruitment and supervision of the staff, accomplishing divisional goals and objectives, managing the Counseling Center budget, developing strategic plans, producing a variety of reports including annual reports to the Assistant VP of Student Life & Enrollment, collecting and analyzing data, and performing other related duties as assigned.
The Director serves a key role in leading ETSU in preparation and response to campus crises and serves on several University committees including the Threat Assessment Team, the CARE Team, and other related groups. The Director collaborates with other campus partners and is a key member of the Division of Student Life & Enrollment, engaging in divisional support and activities, and serving as liaison to other departments, administrators, faculty, students, staff, and parents on mental health issues, policies, and practices.
ETSU is situated in what is commonly known as the “Appalachian Highlands” region and Johnson City is ranked by Forbes as a “Best Small Place for Business and Careers” in the U.S. Surrounded by rivers, lakes, mountains, and parks, Johnson City is an outdoors enthusiast’s dream. Asheville is less than an hour’s drive; Knoxville, just 90 minutes. ETSU is a sponsor of Division I athletics in the Southern Conference and a Center of Excellence in Sport Science and Coach Education. The area enjoys a moderate climate, a variety of and attractions – including Bristol Motor Speedway and the Birthplace of County Music.
Compensation and Benefits:
The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including:
Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at: https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.)
ETSU is an Equal Opportunity institution.
All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding. Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications.
Conditions of Appointment:
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.
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
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