Academic Program Specialist II

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Options

Paid leave

Job summary

University of Florida seeks an Academic Program Specialist II to coordinate undergraduate professional development opportunities, internships, and study abroad programs on the Main Campus in Gainesville. You will liaison between faculty and students, communicate research opportunities, and help coordinate student outreach initiatives.

The role involves overseeing Hamilton School student organizations and collaborating with faculty advisors, UFIC partners, and campus teams to administer policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Coordinate professional development opportunities for undergraduates, including internship placement processes, and organize workshops and events.
• Liaise between faculty and students regarding research opportunities and prestigious award opportunities.
• Develop and administer study abroad programs with Hamilton faculty and UFIC, including policy development.
• Oversee Hamilton School student organizations and coordinate communications between faculty advisors and student leaders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internship placement processes for undergraduates and support semesterly programs.
• Organize professional development workshops and events each semester.
• Liaise between faculty and students regarding research opportunities and awards.
• Develop and manage study abroad programs with Hamilton faculty and UFIC.
• Oversee student organizations and coordinate with finance, events, and marketing teams.

Skills

Student program development

Experiential education programs

Event management

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Academic Program Specialist II

Job No: 541854

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Academic Advising/Support, Student Services

Department: 57301000 - HS-HAMILTON SCHOOL ADMIN

Job Description

Classification Title: Academic Program Spec II

Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Coordination of professional development opportunities for undergraduates. This includes assistance with the process for semester-long internship placement (application and selection); organizing professional development workshops and events each semester; liaising between faculty and students regarding research opportunities; communication to students about prestigious award opportunities, coordinating student outreach initiatives; and measuring and analyzing student outcomes.

Facilitate one asynchronous internship class each Fall, Spring, and Summer semester for a total of three classes per academic year.

Responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of various study abroad programs including proposal writing. This includes working with Hamilton faculty and UFIC to design, implement and manage these programs, as well as doing advance work to plan the programs, and serve as point-of-contact during the program. Develop and administer program policies and procedures.

Responsible for oversight of Hamilton School student organizations. Duties to include providing direct guidance to student leaders regarding school policies and procedures; coordinating faculty advisor timely communication and assistance; and serving as liaison between Hamilton Finance, Events, and Marketing teams and student organization leaders.

Established in 2022, the Hamilton School is a multidisciplinary academic unit whose purpose is to support teaching and research concerning the ideas, traditions, and texts that shape Western civilization and American values and institutions. The School offers four undergraduate degrees, five undergraduate minors and two graduate degrees.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the Hamilton School website Hamilton School to learn more about the Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education.

UF is the state's oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked the Number 1 public university in the United States by Wall Street Journal in its “2024 Best Colleges in the U.S.” report. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of America, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF's large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts centers support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program.

Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

Employment Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.


• Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.


• Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick-leave pool, maternity/paternity leave and leave payouts.

Expected Salary:

$55,000 - $65,000 annually

Required Qualifications:

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

Preferred:

• Experience working with student program development, experiential education programs, and event management.


• Strong communication abilities and interpersonal relationship-building skills in a customer-centric focus.


• Work collaboratively with great attention to detail and precision.

Health Assessment Required:No

Applications Close: 10 November 2026

Our Commitment:

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.