Start your job search at ucf.edu/jobs. Click on the 'Search Jobs' button on top right, or type the position title, in the ‘Take the Next step’ search box. When reviewing available jobs, you can filter your results by category, employment type, city, and unit. To review the job posting click on ‘Read more.’

Jobs are added to the website daily.

Job posting times vary. Please review each job posting for the closing date, which is at the bottom of the posting, if blank the position is open until filled. The posting will be removed from the website at 12:00 AM EST on the closing date.

12:00 am Eastern Time in the morning of the date listed on the posting, unless there is another time listed in the vacancy announcement.  Applications must be completed AND submitted by that time.

To start the application process, click the ‘Ready to Apply’ button on the top of the job posting. You will be prompted to enter your name, a valid email address, and phone number (SMS text messaging will be received, msg & data rates may apply). On the ‘Personal Details’ section of the application, you will create a password for your account that you will use each time you log in. Please use the same email address each time you apply for a job.

Review the ‘Additional Application Materials Required’ section of the job posting before you start the application process to ensure you have the required application materials ready.

Most users complete the application process in 20 minutes.

Yes, at any point in the application process, you can click on the ‘save and exit’ button at the bottom of the page. To complete your application later, log in to your applicant account and click on the ‘Complete Application’ button next to the job. You must finish and submit your application by 11:55 pm EST on the application close date to be considered for the job.

No, late applications are not accepted. Please be mindful of the close date on the job posting. Job posted as open until filled may close at any time after 5 business days without warning.

You must complete a separate application for each job you are interested in. To do this, click on the ‘Ready to Apply’ button found on each job posting.

After you apply for a job at UCF, your applicant account will save your personal details, resume, and education information to make applying for future jobs easier. You can edit this information every time you apply for a job.

No, there is no limit to the number of jobs to which you can apply.

Most hiring managers expect candidates to submit a resume when applying. Review the ‘Additional Application Materials Required’ section of the job posting before you start the application process to ensure you have the required application materials. Sometimes additional materials, such as a cover letter, the names and contact information for references, or a copy of a specific licensure are required.

No, you must apply online. If you need assistance applying online, please contact talent@ucf.edu.

Applicants are asked to complete a work history form within the application. Refer to the ‘Additional Application Materials Required’ section on the job posting to see which application materials are required. If a resume is required, you must submit a resume to be considered for the job. If you do not have a resume, there are many online resources to help you create one such as resume.com, resumebuilder.com, and zety.com/resume-builder.

You may submit an MS Word or Adobe PDF file, as well as any of the following acceptable file formats: .pdf, .doc, .xls, .rtf, .jpg, .tif, .tiff, .txt, .jpeg, .ppt, .pub, .gif, .png, .docx, .mp3, .mp4, .wmv, .wma, .mov, .mpeg, .mpg, .flv, .avi, .msg, .bmp, .vsd, .pps, .xml, .wav, .csv, .eml, .docm, .xlsm, .xlsx, .pptx.

Yes.  After a candidate account is created, you will be prompted how to start your application.  You can select:

1. Autofill with Resume - upload your resume to parse information on resume to your application.
2. Apply Manually – manually enter in application information.
3. Use My Last Application - previously applied and some of the last application information will default with the ability to edit.  

You may address the cover letter to either the “Search Committee” or the “Hiring Manager.”  Specific names are not required.

After you apply, you will receive a confirmation message on your screen and an email acknowledging the receipt of your application. Your applicant account will also show your submitted applications.

Yes, you may withdraw an application. Log in to your applicant account and click the red button ‘Withdraw’.

Enter “Not Listed” and select “Not Listed”.  

Please note: If you click the prompt on the School or University field no values will be found.  You must enter in school name to narrow the search. If the school or university name is not available, enter in “Not Listed” and select the “Not Listed” value to populate on the School or University field.  

You may receive an error message if you have not completed all the required information. You are required to complete all fields in the application that have an asterisk (*). You will not be able to submit your application if you do not complete all required fields.

Changes to your personal information, such as your name, email address, phone number, and home address can be made in your applicant account, under ‘Update Profile’. Contact talent@ucf.edu for other changes to your application, such as submitting a revised cover letter or resume to request to delete your application. Changes to your application materials must be made before the close date.

You can log in to the applicant portal by clicking “Log in” and entering your e-mail address and password. Then, you can check the “Current Status” listed under the job information under your submitted application(s).

The time frame varies greatly and is based on numerous factors such as the volume of applicants, the department’s schedule, the need for the job etc. Unfortunately, because of the numerous variables it is impossible to gauge how long the hiring process will take. We recommend checking the status periodically for any updates to the requisition. You can check the status of your application by logging in to the applicant portal by clicking “Log in” and entering your e-mail address and password. Then, you can check the “Current Status” listed under the job information under your application.

UCF leverages Spark Hire, an online on-demand interview platform, to enhance the interview experience, offering convenience for both candidates and our hiring team. It's important to note that the platform is selectively employed at the hiring manager’s discretion and is not universally applied to every position.

In the event Spark Hire is utilized for your application, you'll receive a set of interview questions, granting you the flexibility to record and submit your responses at your own pace. This approach provides you with an opportunity to present your best self, and it allows our hiring team to thoroughly review your responses, aiding in more informed decision-making.

We want to assure you that Spark Hire is designed to be user-friendly, and our support team is available to assist you throughout the process. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to talent@ucf.edu. Technical support is available 24/7 on the Spark Hire platform.

Please forward questions to talent@ucf.edu or call 407-823-2771.

Yes, when you are logged in to the applicant site, you can update your profile information by clicking on the Candidate Home tab to update your personal information.

You can reset your password by clicking on the “Forgotten your password?” link on the Sign In page of the applicant portal.  If you cannot remember the email address you used to create your profile, please e-mail talent@ucf.edu for assistance.

If you require reasonable accommodation because of a disability in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee hiring process, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity at 407-823-1336 or by email: oie@ucf.edu.