Admissions Specialist I

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

7d • $16 - $19

About The Position

UCF’s College of Health Professions and Sciences is currently accepting applications for an Admissions Specialist I. This position will provide support to the Master’s of Social Work (MSW) program staff. This role assists with admissions, applicant follow-up, recruiting, orientation, and retention activities. The Admissions Specialist I also provides support to the Bachelor’s of Social Work (BSW) program as needed, and contributes to program operations, such as bookstore coordination. In addition, this position also helps create recruitment materials for social media and other platforms and contributes to a variety of department initiatives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated proficiency in delivering high-quality customer service.
• Experience in student services within a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated background in recruitment, community engagement, or outreach.
• Proficiency with SLATE or comparable CRM platforms, with the ability to navigate, track, and manage data effectively.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with others, fostering positive interactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to MSW program staff and assist with recruiting, admission, orientation, and retention activities and initiatives for the Online and campus based MSW tracks.
• Provide similar support to the BSW program as requested.
• Assist the MSW Admissions Specialist with responding to prospective student inquiries, contacting applicants for outstanding items and preparing applications for review.
• Assist with bookstore communication, catalog and handbook updates, and revisions for the MSW program when requested.
• Prepare recruitment materials to share on social media and other platforms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED