Assistant Director, University Admissions

Undergraduate Admissions:

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the university in meeting its strategic enrollment goals and fulfilling the UCF Strategic Plan. It is responsible for coordinating the identification, recruitment, admissions and enrollment of all undergraduate first-time-in-college, transfer, non-degree, dual enrollment, early admission and non-Florida public institution transient students. The office leverages the UCF brand to market, communicate and engage with broadly diverse, talented, and academically qualified students who will enrich our community and achieve academic and personal excellence.

The Opportunity:

UCF’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions seeks an Assistant Director, University Admissions to join their team! Under the direction of the Director of Undergraduate Admissions for Strategic Recruitment and External Relations this position is responsible for assisting in the overall operation of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Responsibilities:

• This position will manage and oversee the admission application file review process including monitoring all decision making, establishing file review goals for all staff, training staff in admission file review, and working closely with senior leadership within Undergraduate Admissions to meet the university's enrollment goals. Reviews and evaluates admission applications and academic credentials. Computes high school and college grade point averages for applicants in compliance with the State of Florida and university admissions standards. Renders admissions decision on these applications.

• Member of the Undergraduate Admissions Slate Team as the Recruitment representative.

• Supervises one Student Admissions Counselor II.

• Responsible for assisting in the management, administration, and implementation of all university policies and procedures related to the recruitment, admission and enrollment of undergraduate students.

• Maintains accurate enrollment data and assists in providing periodic and annual reports.

• Performs other administrative duties as assigned by the Director for Recruitment and External relations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's and 4+ years of relevant experience or Masters degree and 2+ years of relevant experience with at least 1+ year(s) of leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in working with high achievers and other target populations.

• Excellent verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills.

• A strong sense of initiative and creativity.

• Previous experience in admissions.

Additional Application Materials Required:

Please upload your most up-to-date resume and be sure it includes your entire work history. If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity here at UCF, your salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

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 click here.

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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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

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