Administrative Coordinator I

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement options

Education assistance

Job summary

The University of Central Florida seeks an Administrative Coordinator I for the Nicholson School of Communication and Media. The role is primarily on the Downtown Campus with occasional duties on the Main Campus, supporting leadership, administration, faculty, and student success initiatives.

Responsibilities include receptionist duties, general office support, event planning, content creation for media platforms, and calendar maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating programs in higher education settings.
• Ability to work with faculty and students to uphold policies and program integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as receptionist for NSCM Downtown Campus and direct inquiries.
• Provide administrative support to Downtown Campus faculty and staff; act as IT liaison as needed.
• Support school-wide meetings and program events; manage logistics and materials.

Skills

Program coordination

Faculty/students support

Communication skills

Organization & time management

Independent initiative

Scheduling tools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

The Opportunity

The Administrative Coordinator I supports the Nicholson School of Communication and Media (NCSM) leadership, administration, faculty, and student success initiatives. The position is based primarily on the Downtown Campus with occasional responsibilities on the Main Campus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the receptionist for the Nicholson School of Communication and Media (NSCM) Downtown Campus. Provide a professional, welcoming customer service experience for students, faculty, staff, and others seeking assistance. Answer general questions about Downtown Campus programs and direct prospective students, guests, and visitors to their desired destinations. Answer telephone calls and general inquiries to the NSCM email.
• Provide administrative support to the Downtown Campus faculty and staff, including backing up other staff members as needed on both campuses. Act as IT liaison for faculty, staff, and classrooms by submitting IT tickets on their behalf when needed and working directly with IT to ensure tasks are completed. Provide general office support by ensuring NSCM space is well maintained, organized, and welcoming. Maintain office supplies, troubleshoot printer operations, and distribute faculty and staff mail. Provide parking pass information for guests of leadership and faculty.
• Provide strategic communication and event support for NSCM, including planning and operational support for school-wide meetings and program-specific events (e.g., faculty meetings, End of the Year Showcase for Digital Media, student career workshops). Develop and distribute event collateral. Oversee event logistics and provide day‑of‑operation support (e.g., ordering and picking up food, setting up and breaking down meeting spaces, and other tasks as needed). Manage inventories for marketing materials and promotional items.
• Create and manage content for multiple media platforms. Develop and distribute approved NSCM content on social media. Develop recruiting and marketing materials, academic program flyers, multimedia content for meetings, events, conferences, and programs. Maintain the NSCM calendar of events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's 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

• Experience with program coordination, including supporting faculty, students, and program operations in a higher education setting.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty and students, including taking a firm and professional stance when necessary to uphold policies and ensure program integrity.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational strategies and time management practices to maintain workflow and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Familiarity with scheduling and resource coordination tools.

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 H1B transfers or employment‑based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

This role requires the successful candidate to work on‑site at UCF as their primary work location. On‑site presence is an essential function of this role.

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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

Nicholson School of Communication and Media (NSCM)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$17.64 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

10-09-2026-12-00-AM

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