Admissions and Records Coordinator I

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings options

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

University of Central Florida’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions seeks an Admissions and Records Coordinator I to support daily operations, perform data reconciliation, and assist with recruitment events. The role emphasizes accuracy, FERPA compliance, and teamwork within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

A Bachelor’s degree with 0+ years of relevant experience (or an equivalent combination) is required. The position offers a base hourly rate of about $19.15 and potential growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and 0+ years of relevant experience or Masters Degree and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6)
• Experience in data management or records administration is preferred

Responsibilities

• Review applications and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness
• Regularly review student records to ensure accuracy and adherence to policies
• Perform data reconciliation within the assigned area of responsibility
• Address and resolve records-related issues in admissions data
• Reconcile admissions and student data for state reporting and regulatory compliance
• Assist with student recruitment events
• Train new staff in admissions and records procedures

Skills

Data management

Records reconciliation

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Banner

SLATE

Raptor

Job description

Office of Undergraduate Admissions

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the university in meeting its strategic enrollment goals and fulfilling the UCF Strategic Plan. It is responsible for coordinating the identification, recruitment, admission and enrollment of all undergraduate first-time-in-college, transfer, non-degree, dual enrollment, early admission and non-Florida public institution transient students. The office leverages the UCF brand to market, communicate and engage with talented and academically qualified students who will enrich our community and achieve academic and personal excellence.

The Opportunity

UCF's Office of Undergraduate Admissions is seeking an Admissions and Records Coordinator I to assist in the daily operations of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions as part of the Operations unit. This role will support suspense reconciliation and special applications, in addition to other reconciliation functions necessitated by automated processes.

This position/classification may be changed at management's discretion within the SSWB division to a commensurate level position as determined by the Sr. Vice President of Student Success and Well Being or his/her designee.

Responsibilities

• Review applications and supporting documents (e.g., application information, transfer credits, international credentials, military credits) for accuracy and completeness.
• Regularly review student records using queries and reports to ensure accuracy and adherence to institutional, state, and federal policies, including FL BOG Regulation, state statutes, FL DOE Rule, FERPA, and UCF BOT Regulations.
• Perform data reconciliation within the assigned area of responsibility, ensuring consistency and correctness in student records.
• Address and resolve records-related issues, working collaboratively to maintain the accuracy of admissions data.
• Reconcile admissions and student data for state reporting and regulatory compliance, addressing discrepancies and ensuring data meets all necessary standards.
• Assist with student recruitment events.
• Assist in training new staff in admissions and records management procedures, contributing to knowledge sharing and consistent practices across the team.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the objectives and success of the Undergraduate.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's and 0+ years of relevant experience or Masters Degree and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6)

Preferred Qualifications

• Background working in a higher education environment or student services administrative role, preferably in an admissions or records, healthcare data management, legal administration support, financial services records processing, or relevant industries.
• Experience in data management, entry, or records administration, with a demonstrated ability to review and reconcile data sets for accuracy and completeness.
• Familiarity with college and/or high school transcripts, undergraduate academic levels, transfer credits, and/or credential evaluation.
• Proficiency with student information systems such as PeopleSoft, Banner, SLATE, Raptor or similar.
• Skilled in the detail-oriented review and management of high-volume data or records.
• The most successful candidates may also demonstrate strong attention to detail, reliable written communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a high-volume, data-driven environment.

• New hires selected for this position at the University of Central Florida can expect to be offered the base hourly amount of $19.15 ($40,000 annually) for the role.
• 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
• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Department

Student Success and Well-Being (SSWB) - Undergraduate Admissions

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Occasional weekends.

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$19.16 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

10-30-2026-12-00-AM

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