Austin Peay State University

The Coordinator, Dual Enrollment Advising serves as the primary academic advisor for all Dual Enrollment students, including Associate of Science (AS) in University Studies degree-seeking students. This role provides guidance to align students' long-term degree goals with dual enrollment course selection while coordinating advising responsibilities with the Dual Enrollment Advisor. serves as the primary academic advisor for all Dual Enrollment students, including Associate of Science (AS) in University Studies degree-seeking students. This role provides guidance to align students' long-term degree goals with dual enrollment course selection while coordinating advising responsibilities with the Dual Enrollment Advisor. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Serve as the lead academic advisor for dual enrollment students, including degree-seeking and non-degree-seeking students. Advise home-schooled students with unique course needs, requiring collaboration with umbrella schools...

The Assistant Director of Transfer Advantage provides operational leadership for the Transfer Enrollment Services and Advisement Center and supports the implementation of the university’s transfer student success strategy. Reporting to the Executive Director of Transfer Student Services, this position is responsible for managing the daily operations of transfer services, coordinating admissions counseling and advising activities, supervising staff, and ensuring efficient service delivery for prospective and admitted transfer students. While the Executive Director provides institutional strategy, policy leadership, and external partnership development, the Assistant Director leads operational execution of transfer initiatives and ensures the effective delivery of student-centered services that support enrollment, persistence, and degree completion. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Operational Leadership for Transfer Services • Manage the daily operations of the...

The Police Officer works under general supervision of a shift or operations supervisor and the Director of Public Safety/Chief of Campus Police. The Police Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe and secure campus environment; and the enforcement of University policies, state and local laws. Primary Responsibilities - Crime prevention, campus patrol, radio communications, parking and traffic enforcement, criminal investigations and follow-up, and report writing. -Provide protection for University persons, property, and guests. -Maintain surveillance of all areas within department jurisdiction. -Identify and report hazards to safety and security of the campus. -Interact with other law enforcement agencies when appropriate. -Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to recognize safety and security hazards on campus and take appropriate corrective action. Ability to operate a vehicle. Ability to work any...

Grassland loss is the single greatest conservation issue currently facing eastern North American biodiversity. Our precious Southern grasslands are nearly extinct, and the species that depend on them are fading fast. Many of our Eastern grasslands that managed to persist through the past 200 years have disappeared in the past quarter-century. What will the next 25 years bring? As a conservation community, we are only now realizing how extensive our grasslands once were. If we want to reverse the tide of grassland biodiversity loss, our response must be rapid and of unprecedented magnitude. This is an immensely complex and ambitious challenge that will take some of the brightest and most creative minds in American conservation and philanthropy to solve. Are you ready to join the Southeastern Grasslands Institute’s team? Austin Peay State University’s Southeastern Grasslands Institute (SGI) invites applications for a Central Appalachian Coordinating Grassland Ecologist. This is a...

Responsibilities include: Event Planning & Logistics: Provide hands-on assistance with the coordination, venue booking, and day-of execution for signature programs such as Black History Month, Culture Fest, and Finals Destress Week. Project Tracking: Help track and administer multiple deadlines for campus-wide belonging initiatives and student success services. Administrative Assistance: Support the processing of expenditures and monitor departmental budgets for events in accordance with university policies. Operational Coordination: Assist in the daily activities and programming efforts of the Adult, Nontraditional & Transfer Student Center; the Latino Cultural Center; and the Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center. Marketing & Engagement: Help promote campus belongingness through advocacy and the delivery of engagement materials for upcoming events. Data & Documentation: Support the collection of data to...

The Career Success Coach reports to the Director of the Career Success Center and plays a pivotal role in guiding students and alumni in their career development journey. This role provides comprehensive career coaching, delivers career readiness programming, and builds strategic relationships with employers and campus partners to enhance student career outcomes. This Career Success Coach role will be designated to serve the College of Business students, while collaborating with faculty and staff to integrate career readiness into the student experience at Austin Peay State University. The Career Success Coach will serve in a student-centered capacity to help students explore career pathways, develop career readiness skills, engage in experiential learning opportunities, and gain the skills and confidence needed for professional success. Characteristics of a successful candidate: Integrity, kindness, creativity, and decisiveness. Passion for student success and...

The Assistant Director of University Events and Engagement supports the planning, coordination, and execution of a wide range of University events and engagement initiatives. This role manages smaller-scale events such as ribbon cuttings and student engagement activities, while also supporting the marketing and promotion of all events produced by the Office of University Events and Engagement. The position plays a key role in ensuring events are well-executed, on brand, and aligned with the University’s engagement and advancement goals. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Plan and execute smaller University events, including ribbon cuttings, recognitions, student engagement programs, and internal or community-facing events, ensuring consistency with University standards and goals. Collaborate with campus partners and community stakeholders, including academic units, student organizations, and administrative offices, to ensure successful engagement and alignment with...

The Director provides leadership and management of the operating budgets, is responsible for managing student and full-time staff. The Director is responsible for critical support in initiatives and programming that drive students’ sense of belonging and student success. The Director will lead initiatives to advance the vision of Student Affairs at Austin Peay State University; the Director will seek continuous and integrated improvements on all such matters and collaborating with campus partners to achieve division goals. Characteristics of a successful candidate: Integrity, kindness, creativity, and decisiveness, along with the capacity to inspire others. Motivation to create a caring and safe student experience. Ability to serve with agility; important to lead, listen, and serve with a high level of energy. A commitment to practicing open communication and inspiring trust. Desire to collaborate with colleagues and create a culture that rewards teamwork....

The Investigator & Compliance Trainer plays a critical role in advancing Austin Peay State University’s commitment to equity, access, and a culture of belonging. This position is responsible for conducting fair, thorough, and trauma-informed investigations related to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, retaliation, and accessibility concerns under federal and state civil rights laws, including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA/Section 504, and related institutional policies. Key Responsibilities Investigation & Case Management Conduct prompt, impartial, and thorough investigations into complaints involving discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, retaliation, and accessibility concerns. Interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses using trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices. Gather, analyze, and synthesize evidence; prepare detailed investigative reports with clear findings of fact. Maintain accurate,...

Position Summary The Assistant Director of Stewardship and Compliance supports the administration of donor ‑ funded scholarships, ensuring awards are processed accurately and in alignment with legal, ethical, and donor ‑ specified criteria. The position contributes to a comprehensive donor relations and stewardship program, including endowment reporting and donor communication support. It also assists with the planning and execution of scholarships and donor ‑ related events, helping to create experiences that demonstrate appreciation and reinforce donor confidence. Key Responsibilities Scholarship Administration Coordinate the full lifecycle of donor-funded scholarships, from application through award disbursement in collaboration with Financial Aid. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of scholarship criteria and eligibility requirements. Ensure donor-restricted funds are used in accordance with donor intent, working closely with philanthropy...

Grassland loss is the single greatest conservation issue currently facing eastern North American biodiversity. Our precious Southeastern grasslands are nearly extinct, and the species that depend on them are fading fast. Many of our Southeastern grasslands that managed to persist through the past 200 years have disappeared in the past quarter-century. What will the next 25 years bring? As a conservation community, we are only now realizing how extensive our grasslands once were. If we want to reverse the tide of grassland biodiversity loss, our response must be rapid and of unprecedented magnitude. This immensely complex and ambitious challenge will take some of the brightest and most creative minds in American conservation and philanthropy to solve. Are you ready to join the Southeastern Grasslands Institute’s team? With support from NFWFs America's Ecosystem Restoration Initiative, the Southeastern Grasslands Institute (SGI) and Austin Peay State University (APSU) are leading...

The Counselor reports to the Director of Counseling and Health Services. This role serves as a generalist therapist utilizing a variety of counseling techniques to provide brief therapy services to our student population. The counselor will be part of a team that drives the strategy, vision, multidisciplinary approach, and data-informed approach, as well as operational leadership, to develop, inspire, and lead the care, standards, and well-being of the students. This position collaborates in a cross-divisional and cross-institutional approach to enhance student success. The Counselor will serve with a student-centered approach that fosters a caring and safe campus environment, supporting the holistic well-being of students. The Counselor provides professional counseling and support services aimed at promoting students' personal and career development. This position plays a crucial role in promoting student well-being, retention, and success through individual counseling, group...

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordination, and control of building/renovation construction projects from inception to completion. Ensure that clients' needs for project functionality and standards are met. Manages project schedule and project budget. Oversees hiring of designers, trade contractors and vendors. Oversees contracts with designers, contractors and other project-related vendors and manages their payments. Archives and maintains construction documents. Primary Responsibilities Programming and scope development and estimating Develop construction scope, budget and schedules with input from stakeholders. Ensure scope, schedule and dollars are aligned. Make adjustments as necessary. Estimates cost of construction and improvements for early iterations of design. Reviews and approve designer cost estimates. Oversees production of front end bid documents and works with the designers, vendors to prepare bid packets. Creates front end for...

Summary Austin Peay State University's Department of Health and Human Performance seeks a dynamic leader to serve as the founding Director of the Master of Athletic Training program beginning June 2026. The successful candidate will lead all efforts creating the new Master of Athletic Training (MAT) Program,leading to successful CAATE accreditation, with the inaugural cohort launching in Summer 2027. The successful candidate will be brought in at the Associate or Full Professor level, depending on experience and qualifications. Job Description The Department of Health and Human Performance seeks qualified applicants who meet the criteria at the Associate or Full Professor level who possess a terminal degree ( Ph.D., DAT, DSc, ScD, or EdD) in athletic training or related field. The successful candidate is also expected to be a BOC-certified athletic trainer who is eligible for licensure in the State of Tennessee. The successful candidate is expected to lead and maintain...

The Community Care and Prevention Program Coordinator reports to the Director for Community Care & Standards and plays a vital role in fostering a culture of student support, well-being, and accountability at Austin Peay State University (APSU). This position coordinates student nonacademic misconduct cases, develops educational and prevention programs, provides resources for students in need, and collaborates with campus stakeholders to support student success. The coordinator will also assist in crisis management, policy updates, and engagement initiatives that promote student learning, development, and well-being. This position requires sensitivity to confidential information, ensuring student privacy, and compliance with university and legal policies. The Community Care and Prevention Program Coordinator will work collaboratively across multiple university departments to promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Characteristics of a...

We are in search of an Academic Advisor for certain sport teams as assigned. Specifically assisting in assessing student-athlete course performance, advising student athletes each semester during the pre-registration process by monitoring their class schedules for graduate requirements and special athletic needs. Also responsible to help students understand University and degree requirements and develop responsible approach to academic planning, and assisting student athletes in selecting and declaring an academic major. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Serve as the academic advisor for Football and assigned Olympic sports. Assist student-athletes in understanding University and degree requirements and develop a responsible approach to academic planning. Assist student-athletes in selecting and declaring an academic major. Assist and advise student-athletes each semester during the pre-registration process by monitoring their class schedules for graduate...