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Assistant Director of Admissions (Applicant Services)

Applicant Services

  • Gainesville, Florida
  • 15 days ago
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    Skills

    • Campus Recruitingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)unmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Operational Improvementunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Peoplesoftunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Performance Goal Settingunmatched
    • Performance Reviewsunmatched
    • Policy Developmentunmatched
    • Policy Implementationunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relationsunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Resource Managementunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Set Goalsunmatched
    • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Training Program Developmentunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • University/School Policiesunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

    Description

    Classification Title:

    AST DIR, Admissions

    Classification Minimum Requirements:

    Master’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.

    Job Description:

    Join the University of Florida as an Assistant Director of Admissions! Lead the Office of Admissions' Applicant Services team and oversee application processing for undergraduate, graduate, post-baccalaureate, professional, certificate, and special academic programs. In this key leadership role, you will manage admissions operations, foster strong partnerships across campus, and ensure a seamless experience for prospective students.

    Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    Admissions Operations

    • Oversee application processing for undergraduate, graduate, professional, post-baccalaureate, and certificate programs.
    • Manage application workflows, deadlines, document processing, and departmental referrals.
    • Conduct application reviews and support admissions policy development and implementation.
    • Monitor applicant communications and ensure accurate processing across admissions systems.

    Systems & Compliance

    • Troubleshoot and resolve data and system issues within Slate and Campus Solutions.
    • Maintain expertise in admissions requirements, residency classifications, and immigration documentation.
    • Ensure compliance with university policies, FERPA, and state regulations.

    Staff Leadership & Management

    • Supervise and support a large team of full-time staff members and student assistants. 
    • Develop and deliver training programs for admissions processes and procedures.
    • Manage hiring, scheduling, time approval, performance evaluations, and goal setting.
    • Ensure compliance with privacy standards and operational expectations.

    Student & Stakeholder Support

    • Serve as a resource for applicants, families, faculty, staff, and campus partners.
    • Resolve escalated application processing issues and provide guidance on admissions policies.
    • Foster a culture of exceptional customer service and professional development.

    Recruitment & Application Review

    • Participate in the holistic review of freshman applications.
    • Deliver admissions presentations and support on-campus recruitment events.
    • Operate a state vehicle in support of recruitment activities.

    Strategic Planning & Special Projects

    • Contribute to departmental planning, goal setting, and resource allocation.
    • Support operational improvement initiatives and special projects.
    • Collaborate with leadership to advance admissions and enrollment goals.
    Expected Salary:

    $65,000 annually

    In addition, UF offers the following exceptional benefits:

    • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
    • State Retirement Plans
    • Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually)
    • Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
    • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

    For more information on benefits, please visit UFHR Benefits and Rewards (ufl.edu)

    Required Qualifications:

    Master’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.

    Preferred:
    • Successful supervisory experience.
    • Knowledge of University of Florida and State University System policies.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Experience with customer service and public relations.
    • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work and training assignments.
    • Experience with Slate and/or PeopleSoft Campus Solutions.
    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Applicants must upload the following documents to be considered for the position:

    1. Cover Letter
    2. Resume
    3. List of References

    Applications must be submitted by 11:55p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

    Health Assessment Required:No

     

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    LocationGainesville, Florida
    Websitehr.ufl.edu/_pageup/favicon.ico

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