Fulmer gets 3-month, $37,500 deal as assistant to president

Photo by Michael Patrick

Photo by Michael Patrick

Former Tennessee head football coach Phillip Fulmer.

Former University of Tennessee football coach Phillip Fulmer has agreed to serve a three-month appointment as “special assistant to the president,” effective Dec. 1, UT spokeswoman Gina Stafford said this afternoon.

The position will pay Fulmer $12,500 a month from private sources, or gift money from university supporters, Stafford said. It is unclear whether the money was donated specifically for the position. He also will receive standard full-time employee benefits.

“Phillip Fulmer is a UT icon and a wonderful ambassador,” said university president John Petersen in a UT release. “Over his long career with the university he has developed a vast network of contacts, made invaluable relationships with alumni and UT supporters, and done extensive work with development. I look forward to having him assist with further developing and enhancing strategic relationships for the University,”

The appointment ends Feb. 28.

“I am not yet certain what the future holds for my career, but I’ll always support my alma mater, and I appreciate the opportunity to help the University out now,” Fulmer said, in the release.

The position was outlined in an offer letter accepted by Fulmer.

More details on GoVolsXtra.com and in Tuesday’s News Sentinel.

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