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via Higher Ed Jobs posted_at: 14 hours agoschedule_type: Full-time
Division: College of Liberal Arts Department: Lang and Literature and Phil... Number of hours per week: 37.5 Months per year: Academic (9 months) Campus: Main Campus Position Number: 103740 Advertised Salary: Commensurate with education and experience Pay Basis: Monthly Job Description The Department of Languages, Literature and Philosophy invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor of Rhetoric and Composition. The Division: College of Liberal Arts

Department: Lang and Literature and Phil...

Number of hours per week: 37.5

Months per year: Academic (9 months)

Campus: Main Campus

Position Number: 103740

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Pay Basis: Monthly

Job Description
The Department of Languages, Literature and Philosophy invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor of Rhetoric and Composition. The start date for the position is August 11, 2023. Potential specializations include multicultural rhetorics, public rhetorics, digital writing, writing across the curriculum, and technical and professional writing. The selected candidate will enthusiastically contribute to our first-year writing program, and engage in scholarship, research, and service.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
PHD in English or related doctorate required for appointment as Assistant Professor. Transcripts must include at least 18 hours of graduate English courses. ABD considered. Required: strong commitment to and background in teaching general education writing and a demonstrated potential in scholarship and research.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section.
You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Close Date: 11/30/2023

Requisition Number: F050P

Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

Quick Link: https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/6779

Minimum References Required: 2
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via Higher Ed Jobs posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Division: Business and Finance Department: Financial Aid... Number of hours per week: 37.5 Months per year: Fiscal (12 months) Campus: Main Campus Position Number: 005000 Advertised Salary: $35,568- $44,460 Pay Basis: Monthly Job Description Responsibilities include providing general financial aid counseling to undergraduate and graduate students and their families. Additionally, may be asked to conduct financial aid workshops for special Division: Business and Finance

Department: Financial Aid...

Number of hours per week: 37.5

Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)

Campus: Main Campus

Position Number: 005000

Advertised Salary: $35,568- $44,460

Pay Basis: Monthly

Job Description
Responsibilities include providing general financial aid counseling to undergraduate and graduate students and their families. Additionally, may be asked to conduct financial aid workshops for special interest groups on and off campus, as needed. Will be responsible for reviewing and awarding a designated portion of financial aid files in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations, including performing verification of files as required by Department of Education regulations and guidelines. Includes responding to telephone, email, and written requests for information related to financial aid processing for assigned students and providing customer service for students, parents, and others in relation to financial aid needs. Additional hours may be required during peak times. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires Baccalaureate degree in an appropriate field of study and a minimum of one year of experience related to the above duties. Excellent oral and written communication skills, customer service and public relations skills. Knowledge of state and federal regulations. Must be computer literate. Banner software experience highly desirable.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references on your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Close Date: 10/30/2023

Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

Quick Link: https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7669

Minimum References Required: 2
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via Higher Ed Jobs posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Division: College of Agriculture Department: Agricultural Science... Number of hours per week: 37.5 Months per year: Fiscal (12 months) Campus: Main Campus Position Number: 110370 Advertised Salary: Commensurate with education and experience Pay Basis: Monthly Job Description The College of Agriculture at Tennessee State University invites applicants to apply for the position of Assistant Professor of Agricultural Leadership and Policy. ABD Division: College of Agriculture

Department: Agricultural Science...

Number of hours per week: 37.5

Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)

Campus: Main Campus

Position Number: 110370

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Pay Basis: Monthly

Job Description
The College of Agriculture at Tennessee State University invites applicants to apply for the position of Assistant Professor of Agricultural Leadership and Policy. ABD applications accepted; however, the degree must be conferred by August 31, 2023.

This position will be responsible for the following:

Develop, deliver, and evaluate agricultural leadership and policy education for producers, formal and nonformal educators, and 4-H, FFA, and Junior MANRRS Youth.

Recruit, retain, and develop agriculture students through agricultural and extension education, business, nonprofit, government, and community partnerships.

Advise the College of Agriculture Student Ambassadors.

Teach undergraduate and graduate students in the areas of Agricultural Leadership/Management and Public Policy (including off campus and online)

Recruit for and advise students in the Online Masters program in Agricultural Education and the PhD in Agricultural Sciences with a Concentration in Agricultural Education.

Develop and supervise student internships.

Develop a program of scholarly contribution through extramural funding, publications in appropriate peer-reviewed journals and presentations at regional and national research conferences

Participate in service activities in the community, department, college, and university.

Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate in Agricultural or Educational Leadership, Agricultural Education or Communication or closely related discipline.

Demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication in and about agriculture
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in agricultural leadership and public policy
Demonstrated experiences in youth/college student development
Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service
Experience and expertise in teaching online

Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section.
You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Close Date: 11/17/2023

Requisition Number: F059P

Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

Quick Link: https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7190

Minimum References Required: 2
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via Higher Ed Jobs posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Division: Administration Department: Parking Services... Number of hours per week: 40 Months per year: Fiscal (12 months) Campus: Avon Williams / Main Campus Position Number: 104890 Advertised Salary: $29,250.00 -$35,100.00 Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly Job Description Patrols, observes and reports accidents or activities of a questionable/suspicious nature; reports accidents involving persons or property; reporting probable cause of accidents and Division: Administration

Department: Parking Services...

Number of hours per week: 40

Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)

Campus: Avon Williams / Main Campus

Position Number: 104890

Advertised Salary: $29,250.00 -$35,100.00

Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly

Job Description
Patrols, observes and reports accidents or activities of a questionable/suspicious nature; reports accidents involving persons or property; reporting probable cause of accidents and pursues appropriate course of action and informs proper authorities as required; directs and controls traffic on campus; testifies in court or legal proceedings as required; issues parking citations; operates and maintains security equipment; keeps records and makes reports; and performs other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience in security work. Possession of a valid Tennessee operator license as issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety. Applicant must not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge or to any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor or controlled substances and not have been released or discharged under any other than honorable discharge from any of the armed forces of the United States. Be of good moral character as determined by a thorough investigation conducted by the employing agency.

Special Instructions to Applicants
This position has six vacancies.
104950
104960
104990
111910
111915
104890

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references on your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Close Date: 10/26/2023

Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

Quick Link: https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7460

Minimum References Required: 2
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via Indeed posted_at: 3 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Position Information Position Title... Benefits Specialist Division Business and Finance Department Human Resources Number of hours per week 37.5 Days to be worked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Months per year Fiscal (12 months) If modified, list months Job Type Full-Time Campus Main Campus If other location, please indicate Position Number 116405 Advertised Salary Commensurate with education and experience Pay Position Information

Position Title...

Benefits Specialist

Division

Business and Finance

Department

Human Resources

Number of hours per week

37.5

Days to be worked

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Months per year

Fiscal (12 months)

If modified, list months

Job Type

Full-Time

Campus

Main Campus

If other location, please indicate

Position Number

116405

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Pay Basis

Monthly

Job Description

The
Benefits Specialist is a key member of the Office of Human Resources. Reporting directly to the Benefits Manager, the specialist is responsible for assisting with the administration and management of employee benefits programs and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The specialist will provide exceptional customer service, handle benefits inquiries, and support the Benefits Manager in various tasks related to benefits administration.

General Function:

The Benefits Specialist is a key member of the Office of Human Resources. Reporting directly to the Benefits Manager, the specialist is responsible for assisting with the administration and management of employee benefits programs and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The specialist will provide exceptional customer service, handle benefits inquiries, and support the Benefits Manager in various tasks related to benefits administration.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist the Benefits Manager in the administration of employee benefits programs, including

health insurance, retirement plans, leave policies, and other employee benefits.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Coordinate with external vendors, such as insurance carriers and retirement plan providers,

to resolve issues and ensure smooth administration of benefits programs.
• Maintain employee benefits records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Assists with Annual Enrollment and employee benefits-related training.
• Ensure compliance with ACA processing as the primary person to include:

1. Contacting Temp/Adjunct Employees regarding enrolling in coverage

2. Maintaining the ACA database to ensure compliance; to include the Lookback period as well as re-enrolling employees if they’ve not been out of work for more than 13 weeks

3. Managing/entering insurance deductions into Banner/Edison; ensures double deductions are added, if needed.

4. Maintains database for 1095C annual reporting; processes 1095C in compliance with ACA law.

5. Terminates ACA records in Banner and Edison

6. Maintains ACA physical and electronic files
• Serve as the secondary point of contact for employees regarding benefits-related inquiries,

providing accurate and timely information and guidance.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment, explaining plan options, eligibility requirements,

and coverage details.
• Assist in the development and distribution of benefits-related communications.
• Collaborate with the Benefits Manager to ensure benefits information on the university’s

intranet or website is accurate and up-to-date.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervision.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; computer literacy in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with Ellucian Banner software is a plus; ability to perform mathematical calculations in reference to billing/financial information; working knowledge of federal and state laws related to health care benefits including ACA and FMLA; must be able to problem solve; strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Two years of benefits-related experience and two years of general office work experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references on your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Open Date

10/20/2023

Close Date

11/02/2023

Job Category

Administrative/Professional

Requisition Number

Benefits

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

Quick Link

https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7699

Reference Letter

References

Minimum References Required

2

Recommendation Deadline

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1

Optional Documents
• Transcript 2
• Other
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via Glassdoor posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Position Information Position Title... Electronic Records Manager Division Research and Sponsored Programs Department Research & Sponsored Programs Rest Number of hours per week 37.5 Days to be worked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Months per year Fiscal (12 months) If modified, list months Job Type Full-Time Campus Main Campus If other location, please indicate Position Number 058020 Advertised Salary Commensurate with education Position Information

Position Title...
Electronic Records Manager

Division
Research and Sponsored Programs

Department
Research & Sponsored Programs Rest

Number of hours per week
37.5

Days to be worked
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Months per year
Fiscal (12 months)

If modified, list months

Job Type
Full-Time

Campus
Main Campus

If other location, please indicate

Position Number
058020

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with education and experience

Pay Basis
Monthly

Job Description

Manage data collection for Research and Sponsored Programs, including the Intent to Submit a Proposal database. Assist with recommendations and implementation regarding data and document storage and management. Assist with connecting to and maintaining network resources, such as anonymous Outlook profiles and shared network drives. Perform duties related to annual university inventory. Consult with faculty and staff regarding technology purchases. Manage technology assets for Research and Sponsored Programs. Manage the in-house poster printer requests from students and faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in Business and 3 to 5 years of experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references on your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Open Date
10/19/2023

Close Date
11/01/2023

Job Category
Administrative/Professional

Requisition Number

Benefits

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

Quick Link
https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7658

Reference Letter

References

Minimum References Required
2

Recommendation Deadline

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1

Optional Documents
• Transcript 2
• Other
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via LinkedIn posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
You must apply through TSU's Human Resources https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7640 The Brown-Daniel Library at Tennessee State University (TSU) is seeking applications for the Instruction & Engagement Librarian position... We seek a librarian to provide reference and instruction services to our online and on-campus undergraduate and graduate students. The ideal candidate is passionate about student success and will play a key role in creating an You must apply through TSU's Human Resources https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7640

The Brown-Daniel Library at Tennessee State University (TSU) is seeking applications for the Instruction & Engagement Librarian position...

We seek a librarian to provide reference and instruction services to our online and on-campus undergraduate and graduate students. The ideal candidate is passionate about student success and will play a key role in creating an optimal experience for users of the TSU Libraries. This position is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position. It reports to the Coordinator of Research and Instructional Services.

The librarian will provide information literacy instruction and coordinate the Library’s government depository program. In addition, this position may explore additional interests in developing, delivering, and promoting library services or be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

How to Apply:

The University will only accept applications submitted through the Human Resources link on the University’s website.

https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7640

Job Duties:

· Participate in general reference responsibilities in person, on the phone, through email, and via chat.

· Provide individual/group research consultations and workshops both in-person and online.

· Serve as a liaison to academic divisions or departments, providing collection development, Library

instruction, and research assistance

· Must have sound knowledge of FDLP guidelines and practices

· Maintains required records, and prepares reports required by the Depository Program (GPO, SuDocs);

keeps current with policies and issues; assesses holdings, print retention, and online access to

materials

· Design and develop libguides, video tutorials, and library instructional tutorials.

· Seek opportunities to extend services through embedded work and outreach.

· Understand database interfaces, citation management tools, the Library’s discovery service, and

best practices in teaching and learning.

· Library instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels

· Engage faculty to promote library use.

· Provide in-person and online information literacy instruction in the first-year student English courses

and library workshops.

· Participate in the development and maintenance of online learning materials

· Assist with assessment of library instruction and research assistance activities

· Demonstrate a commitment to the academic or campus community through the Library, campus, or

professional service activities

Minimum Qualifications
• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school completed by position start date; however, the candidates graduating in December 2023 are also encouraged to apply
• Must have sound knowledge of FDLP guidelines and practices, including familiarity with government documents and bibliographic control practices
• Knowledge of SuDocs classification and the Library of Congress classification system and copy cataloging in all formats
• Strong commitment to and knowledge of current trends and issues in research assistance, library instruction, and librarianship
• Effective interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a rapidly changing, multifaceted service environment
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage, and complete multiple tasks, sometimes on tight deadlines
• Intellectual curiosity, an ability to learn and adopt technologies quickly, and the capacity to anticipate, prevent, and solve problems
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:
• One year of experience in an academic library in any position (student employee, staff, practicum, etc.) OR coursework in government documents.

Who We Are:

Designated as a “high research” institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, Tennessee State University strives for excellence in programming, offerings, and community engagement. Nashville, Tennessee, is known as “Music City USA,” the beautiful main campus sits on 500 acres near the Cumberland River in a residential neighborhood just 10 minutes northwest of downtown. Tennessee State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

How to Apply:

https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7640
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via Higher Ed Jobs posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Division: Library Department: Library... Number of hours per week: 37.5 Months per year: Fiscal (12 months) Campus: Main Campus Position Number: 035100 Pay Basis: Monthly Job Description Tennessee State University is a historically black university situated in urban Nashville. It is a Carnegie-level R2 institution, and it is designated as High Research. The university has forty-one bachelor's degree programs, 23 master's level programs and Division: Library

Department: Library...

Number of hours per week: 37.5

Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)

Campus: Main Campus

Position Number: 035100

Pay Basis: Monthly

Job Description
Tennessee State University is a historically black university situated in urban Nashville. It is a Carnegie-level R2 institution, and it is designated as High Research. The university has forty-one bachelor's degree programs, 23 master's level programs and grants doctorates in eight disciplines.

The Assistant Director for Collection Management is a tenure-track position that can offer the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.

Reporting to the Dean of Libraries and Media Centers, the Assistant Director for Collections Management supervises the Libraries' collections in all formats and e-resource procurement. This position oversees acquisitions, collection development, maintenance, serials management, and cataloging. This librarian keeps abreast of developments in academic libraries. It collaborates with the Research and Instruction Department to provide exemplary service that meets the mission of the libraries and the university. Tennessee State University's motto is "Think. Work. Serve." With that in mind, the Collection Management Department strives toward innovative ways to serve.

This position supervises the Head of Cataloging, the Cataloging and Interlibrary Loan Librarian, the Electronic Resources Librarian, two Senior Library Assistants, and one Library Clerk. Works closely with the Assistant Director for Operations and Planning and the Head of Technology, Assessment, and Systems.

Job Duties

Position
• Oversees $1.9 million budget that covers the development, maintenance, and assessment of the library's print and online collections.
• Responsible for supervising e-resources procurement, including licensing agreements, access issues, product trials, etc.,
• Coordinate library liaison program librarians
• Monitors collections budgets and expenditures. Negotiates with vendors. Oversees acquisition processes to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.
• Is responsible for Library Liaison to one or two academic programs;
• responsible for information literacy instruction and/or embedded librarian activity with assigned liaison department
• Hire, train, supervise and train faculty, staff, and student assistants.
• Plan and implement policies and procedures that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the workflow and work assignments in all areas of resource management.
Preferred Qualifications
• Additional advanced degree
• Experience in the management of information resources for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• Familiar with scholarly publishing practices and open-access initiatives.
• Excellent project planning and organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
• Demonstrated managerial experience with budgets and personnel
• Master's Degree in Library and Information Sciences or equivalent.
• 5 or more years working in an academic library setting
• Experienced with acquisitions and e-resources procurement including eBooks, databases, and streaming videos. Experience with vendor negotiations.
• Experienced with integrated library systems (preferably Innovative Interfaces)
• Experience with Library Liaison activity and have the ability to coordinate the work of peers.
• Experience with information literacy instruction practices and issues
• Ability to conduct collection analysis using online tools.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section.
You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.

Close Date: 11/17/2023

Requisition Number: F060P

Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

Quick Link: https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/7205

Minimum References Required: 2
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