Student Programs Coordinator I

College of Graduate Studies:

UCF's College of Graduate Studies serves nearly 10,000 students and 300 postdoctoral scholars through providing leadership, resources, and services that enhance the graduate experience through program development, enrollment management, and advanced technological support. In collaboration with campus and external partners, we strive to deliver exceptional quality education and support that enriches the lives and careers of diverse graduate students and scholars.

The Opportunity:

UCF's College of Graduate Studies seeks customer service-minded applicants for a Student Programs Coordinator I. This position serves as the face of Graduate Studies to our incoming graduate students, while making an impact through their academic careers. This Coordinator is responsible for graduate orientation and engagement programming as apart of Graduate Student Life. Primary duties include planning events, managing online systems, coordinating with partner offices, and creating a great experience for incoming graduate students at UCF.

Where creativity meets customer service! For this entry-level role, we especially welcome candidates who have a strong customer service background and a love for UCF. Recent graduates, previous student workers, and Knights for Life are encouraged to apply.

This is an Auxiliary funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Responsibilities:

• Plans and coordinates all aspects of Graduate Orientation at UCF to create a welcoming and informative experience for UCF graduate students.

• Work closely with supervisor in planning and managing large scale events including securing room/facilities/technology reservations and assistance for in-person orientation and engagement activities throughout the semester.

• Develop student orientation team on-boarding process and scheduling.

• Coordinates campus wide event schedules, goals, and assessments related to orientation activities.

• Prepares monthly/semester reports and analysis on orientation engagement and explains facts, policies and practices related to job area.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's and 0+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

We welcome candidates with experience in any of the following areas:

• Strong customer service mindset, with demonstrated experience working with stakeholders at all levels of an organization.

• Experience in higher education (e.g. volunteer, student worker, graduate assistant, or intern).

• Familiarity with UCF and the campus community is a plus.

• Event management experience, including promotion and logistic execution.

• Comfortable presenting to large groups; presentation and public speaking experience.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively while maintaining attention to detail.

Additional Application Materials Required:

For full consideration, applicants should submit a resume and cover letter.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Occasional evening event participation is required.

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future.

This is an Auxiliary funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

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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

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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