Admissions Specialist II

UCF Global:

UCF Global is the international hub on campus striving to transform lives by providing access to high-impact, international experiences across the UCF and global community with a commitment to excellence in partnership, innovation and services.

The Opportunity: 

The Admissions Specialist II works with International Immigration admissions. This position serves as a SEVIS Designated School Official (DSO) and is responsible for entering information in the Student and Exchange Visitor System (SEVIS). The primary function is to make a final determination if students are eligible to receive immigration documents to attend the university and guide the students through the VISA process. Must be able to interpret and follow Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) rules and regulations related to admissions. The Admissions Specialist II works with the UCF Global - International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) team and reports to the Director.

We recognize that not every candidate will meet every qualification listed. If you bring related experience and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.

This is an Auxiliary funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Responsibilities:

• Communicates with prospective and admitted international students regarding the documents and process necessary to be granted a Form I-20 from the University.

• Receives immigration documents and updates Peoplesoft (student management system) and the Student and Exchange Visitor System (SEVIS). Notifies students and keeps them informed.

• Tracks reports to verify admission status for all admitted students.

• Liaises with Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions, Intensive English and Pathways Programs to gather information, and assure a student’s smooth transition to the university.

• Collects and verifies all federally required immigration documents once students arrive in the country.

• Remains current on all immigration regulations and identifies changes that might impact prospective and admitted international students.

• Reviews reports to ensure accuracy of data, updates existing data, and fixes any SEVIS alerts.

Minimum Qualifications: 

High School Diploma or equivalent and 6+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• ​​Basic knowledge of immigration regulations and policies pertaining to international students.

• ​Familiarity with system processing tools such as Slate, PeopleSoft, and SEVIS.

• ​Experience working with college students.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize daily tasks efficiently.​

Additional Application Materials Required: 

In addition to your application, please include a resume and cover letter.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

This is an Auxiliary funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?  

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. 

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers: 

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program   

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays  

• Retirement savings options   

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions   

• Education assistance   

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.   

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.  

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. 

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.