Assistant Director, University Admissions

Unleash YOUR Potential With Us

As a next-generation public research institute and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.

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, admission 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:

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions seek qualified applicants for the role of Assistant Director, University Admissions. This position coordinates the recruitment and enrollment of target populations of students who want to attend the university. Through this, the Assistant Director manages and oversees the Scholars Program and is charged with recruiting National Merit/Benacquisto Scholars, and other high ability/academically talented students.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

• Counsels prospective students on the opportunities available at the university and the admission application process. This counseling takes place through in-person and virtual meetings, information sessions, webinars, electronic communications, phone calls, social media, and other communication platforms as designated.

• 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 admission decisions on these applications.

• Represents the university at public and private high school/college visitations (including conferring with college counselors and student groups), college nights and panel presentations to parents, students and other constituent populations.

• Supervises three Student Admission Counselor II positions.

• Performs other administrative duties as assigned by the Director for Recruitment and External Relations and the interim Associate Vice President for Enrollment Planning and Management.

• Responsible for confidential files of applicants for admission to the university and the adequate safekeeping of this information. Responsible for maintaining secure computer files including, but not limited to, application and scholarship status.

• Responsible for the continuous review, improvement, and execution of the functions related to all areas of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of target market segments.

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(6) . 

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in developing, planning, and implementing an admissions recruitment, marketing, and enrollment plan

• Experience working with high achievers and other target populations

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

• A strong sense of initiative and creativity

• Previous experience in admissions, especially in supervision

• Program development experience is highly desired.

• Marketing experience is a plus.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please note: Applicant deemed finalists will be required to submit two references from current/previous supervisors for the hiring process.

Are Benefits Important to You?

Working at UCF has its perks!  In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:

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

• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave 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, go to the UCF Employee Benefits page click here .

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.

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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Department

Student Success and Well-Being (SSWB) - Undergraduate Admissions

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Overtime as needed. Saturday's and evenings as required.

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$56,030.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at  http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.

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

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.