Admissions Officer III (Applicant Services)

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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Student Services
Department:03020000 - EM-OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS

Classification Title:

Admissions Officer III

Job Description:

The University of Florida is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Admissions Officer III. In this role, you will supervise a team of Applicant Services staff, ensuring the efficient processing of over 120,000 applications annually while providing exceptional customer service to prospective students, parents, counselors, and campus partners.

Key responsibilities include:

Operations Management and Supervision

  • Lead the daily operations of the Applicant Services call center, ensuring timely and accurate processing of undergraduate, graduate, post-baccalaureate, certificate, and professional applications.
  • Manage application workflow, document imaging, and data integrity within MyAdmissions (Slate) and the Student Information System (SIS).
  • Perform initial conduct reviews and determine residency classifications for tuition purposes, applying knowledge of university policies and state regulations.
  • Monitor communications and update systems to ensure effective outreach and applicant support.
  • Supervise, train, and hire full-time and OPS staff in Applicant Services.
  • Develop and conduct training sessions on admissions processes across multiple software platforms, including Slate, Salesforce, and Campus Solutions.
  • Coordinate staff schedules, manage time reporting, and lead performance evaluations, ensuring compliance with privacy rules and regulations.

Customer Service & Collaboration

  • Oversee the coordination of inbound and outbound phone calls, including the implementation of call campaigns.
  • Assist with office visitations, handle complex inquiries, and serve as a point of contact for OneStop Enrollment Services.
  • Manage sensitive residency cases and support the Residency Appeals Committee.
  • Contribute to the Office of Admissions’ annual report and strategic planning initiatives.

Other Duties

  • Assist in holistic reviews of freshman applications.
  • Participate in decision-making and finalize applications for enrolled students.
  • Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

This position is located at the University of Florida's main campus in Gainesville, FL and may be eligible for a flexible, hybrid work arrangement in accordance with the University of Florida and Division of Enrollment Management's policies.

Expected Salary:

$52,000 annually

In addition, we offer 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 HR Benefits and Rewards (ufl.edu)

Minimum Requirements:

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

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work and training assignments
  • Experience supervising
  • Knowledge of University of Florida and State University System policies
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with customer service and public relations
  • Experience with Slate, Salesforce, and/or PeopleSoft Campus Solutions
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
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.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.

Health Assessment Required: No

 

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