Admissions Officer I (Transfer Evaluations)

Classification Title:

Admissions Officer I

Job Description:

This position is responsible for evaluating and accurately posting transfer credits from various institutions onto students' official records. The ideal candidate will showcase strong attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to thrive under time constraints, recognizing the high-profile nature of this role for applicants and campus partners.

Key responsibilities include:

Transfer Credit Evaluation

• Create initial records of academic credit and initiate the evaluation of transfer academic credit from various sources, including electronic, paper, PDF transcripts, and test scores.
• Utilize systems such as Slate, OnBase, and Campus Solutions to match transfer credit from other institutions to the UF format.
• Independently make decisions on appropriate equivalencies to UF coursework.
• Accurately code transfer institution type, course level, transferability, Gordon Rule requirements, and other complex coding practices critical to the evaluation process.
• Post graduate credit, UF international program credit, military credit, and credit by exam.

Communication and Advising

• Demonstrate knowledge of prospective freshman, transfer, and readmissions applications.
• Greet and assist visitors in the admissions lobby.
• Serve as a primary contact for prospective and current students, parents, and university personnel visiting the Office of Admissions.
• Communicate effectively through walk-in interactions, email, and telephone inquiries.
• Disseminate accurate information to students, parents, and colleges on campus.

Supervision and Training

• Hire, train, and supervise student assistants in the transfer evaluation and lobby area.
• Train other admissions staff in lobby and transfer evaluation processes.
• Independently review processes for increased efficiency.
• Collaborate as a team member within the OneStop Enrollment Services to handle complex Admissions-related cases.

Holistic Review Process

• Assist in the holistic review process for freshman applicants.
• Manage weekly assignments of application files and ensure timely completion.
• Prepare decision recommendations for assigned territories.

Other duties

• Perform additional duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the Office of Admissions.

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:

$43,888 annually

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to review data on applications, transcripts and check the computer for accuracy and completeness
• 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
• Supervisory experience

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

Advertised: 16 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight Time