Academic Support Coordinator II

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Paid time off

Retirement options

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

The University of Central Florida Office of Graduate Affairs seeks an Academic Support Coordinator II to coordinate graduate student advising, admissions, and retention, and to certify degrees each semester. You will work with CCIE graduate programs, advising students on policy and procedures throughout enrollment.

You will process transcripts, update records, and participate in orientations and graduation-related activities, collaborating with departments and faculty.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting graduate students and faculty in a higher education setting.
• Ability to interpret graduate policies and procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Advise prospective and admitted CCIE students on graduate policies and procedures.
• Process, update, and maintain GPS degree audits for graduate students.
• Oversee graduation responsibilities for certificate, master's, EdS, and doctoral programs.
• Assist with student orientations and related events.
• Interact with departments for proctoring exams, candidacy, and defenses.
• Coach staff in graduate student services processes.
• Ensure students are informed of degree requirements and academic standing.
• Manage graduate student application processing and admissibility.

Skills

Student advising

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

Office of Graduate Affairs, CCIE:

The Office of Graduate Affairs located in the College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) serves as the College's primary resource on graduate student policy, course transfers, student leaves of absence, and thesis/dissertation committee practices and registration. Our team members provide faculty and student support services for graduate education from initial inquiry in locating the right program, to admission and enrollment, through to graduation.

The Opportunity

The Academic Support Coordinator II is primarily responsible for coordinating student support activities (e.g., advising, admission, and retention) related to all CCIE graduate students, faculty and programs. This position also certifies graduating CCIE students every semester, advising students on graduate policy, procedures, and practices throughout enrollment.

Responsibilities

• Advise prospective and admitted CCIE students on graduate policies and procedures, and provide/interpret information relative to all CCIE graduate programs.
• Process, update, and maintain GPS degree audits for graduate students, including evaluation of transcripts, processing of course substitutions/petitions, and updating academic records to include input of state test scores.
• Oversee and manage the certificate, master's, EdS, and doctoral graduation responsibilities as assigned for the College, including degree certification and registration of dissertation hours.
• Assist with and deliver presentations at student orientations and provide advising and participation at student-related functions for the Office of Graduate Affairs.
• Interact with departments for proctoring of graduate and doctoral comprehensive exams, course registration information, candidacy, doctoral committee assignments, and thesis/dissertation defenses.
• Coach staff in the graduate student services processes and interact with CCIE graduate faculty, program coordinators, college staff, and the College of Graduate Studies.
• Ensure that graduate students are properly informed of degree requirements, policies, and academic standing; process initial programs of study, including transcripts and record-keeping.
• Manage the graduate student application processing functions for the College, including advising students on their admissibility according to faculty and university protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a higher education setting supporting a high volume of students and managing academic record updates and tracking.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and support long-range academic planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology, including experience using databases or student information systems.
• Highly organized and adaptable, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing and maintaining student academic information.

Special Instructions to the Applicants

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

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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
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Department

College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) Graduate Affairs

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$48,722.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

10-29-2026-12-00-AM

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

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