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Job TitleAdmissions CoordinatorPosition Number336520Requisition NumberB07026Position TypeSupport Staff Non ExemptClass Code7795Time-limited throughType of AppointmentFull-TimeFaculty Position Sub-TypeLength of AppointmentInternal Recruitment?NoWorking Hours8:00am - 7:00pm variesDepartmentTransfer Student ServicesOrganizationENROLLMENT SERVICESDivisionAcademic Affairs - DIVCollegeApproved Hiring Salary Range$30,748.42 to NegotiablePay BasisAnnuallyEOD

In 2018, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the 80 HEED institutions and was also recognized as a 2018 Diversity Champion.

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who complains of discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of University Regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.

Faculty Initiatives

The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.

General Description / Primary Purpose

The Admissions Coordinator, under the direction of a Director or above, assists in the design, development and implementation of departmental processes and/or programs. Recommends policies and procedures to ensure effective coordination of departmental programs.

Essential Duties

Job Function

Serves as the contact and resource person for postsecondary advising colleagues looking to properly advise prospective transfer students. Convenes groups and facilitates trainings/workshops on best practices related to transfer student services with an emphasis on adult learning. Cultivates relationships with non-profit and community-based service organizations to identify services for special populations of transfer students. Cultivates relationships with on-campus service providers to ensure transfer students are immediately and purposefully connected to the campus, to other transfer students as a learning community and to faculty/staff mentors. Cultivates relationships with career services to stay current on trends related to the connection between programs of study and career opportunities. Also collaborates to provide extensive counseling for students on career options related to academic areas of interest. Work closely with admissions and financial aid staff to advise prospective transfer students (e.g., evaluates transcripts; develop plans of study, etc.). Establish and maintain relationships with assigned department chair/program directors to understand and clarify departmental expectations. Maintain current knowledge of all the degree and certificate programs.

Percentage Of Time95 Essential Duties

Job Function

During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.

Percentage Of Time5 Posting Detail Information

Marginal Functions

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

A Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a directly related area of specialization; or a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university and two years of experience directly related to the job functions.

Faculty Position Required QualificationsDepartmental Requirements

Preference shown to those who meet the required qualifications and also possess the follwoing:
Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization or a Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of instructional experience. Experience supporting college students with an emphasis on transfer/non-traditional student populations. Demonstrated effectiveness in working with enrollment services staff members, faculty members and academic advisors. Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to public service, social justice, and diversity; solid understanding of and appreciation for cultural, ethnic and individual differences. Nights and weekends are required for job duties and events.

Statement(s) of Understanding Definition

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). This position has been designated as a CSA because it involves significant responsibility for student and campus activities and/or responsibility for campus security. As such, any person in this position must report to the University Police Department a crime or an incident that might be a crime that he/she becomes aware of. This position has a reporting requirement because the University believes that responsibility for students, campus activities and/or campus security will make the holder of this position someone members of the University community will see as an authority figure and someone to whom they can seek help. A CSA is not expected to investigate or determine whether a criminal incident actually took place. A CSA’s responsibility is a duty to report. All positions designated as CSAs are required to complete an online or in-person training session. For more information concerning the training sessions or CSAs, please contact the University Police Department at (904) 620-2800 or the Office of the General Counsel at (904) 620-2828.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Staff members in this position may not participate in the educational benefit during the fall semester because it is a peak recruitment season (zero courses); they may take one course during the spring semester and two courses in the summer semester.

Required Licensure or Certification

A valid Florida state drivers license is required.

Machines/Equipment used regularlyAnticipated Start Date12/02/2019Job Posting Date11/01/2019Application Review Date11/08/2019Application DeadlineOpen Until FilledYesPoint of Contact InformationMeghan Hull, 620-5828Hiring OfficialTerry Evans, 620-5252Location if not JacksonvilleSpecial Instructions

Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Please include three references with your application. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Meghan Hull at m.hull@unf.edu.

Quicklinkhttp://www.unfjobs.org/postings/12105Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. This position is eligible for veterans' preference under Florida law. For additional information regarding veteran's preference, please review the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs website by copying and pasting this link into another browser window: http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/ If you claim veterans' preference, you may be asked for supplemental documentation, such as a DD-214. Do you meet one or more of these criteria, and claim Veterans' Preference?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

1. DD-214