Admissions Officer III (Transfer Admissions)

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

State Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

PSLF Eligible Employer

Job summary

The University of Florida in Gainesville is seeking an experienced Admissions Officer III to oversee transfer admissions processing, evaluate applications and transfer credits, and supervise staff.

You will collaborate with colleges, ensure release deadlines are met, provide exceptional customer service, and participate in staff development and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree with two years' relevant experience.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance with admissions standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience supervising staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate with colleges and handle complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate undergraduate admissions applications to meet minimum requirements and standards.
• Assess transfer credits and verify accuracy and completeness of submissions.
• Collaborate with colleges to manage deadlines, terms, and referral standards.
• Ensure decisions are made by designated release deadlines.
• Evaluate transcripts to ensure compliance with admissions standards.
• Guide complex cases and provide solutions while maintaining high service quality.
• Improve efficiency of the application process.
• Serve as a point of contact for prospective and current students, parents, and staff.
• Support OneStop staff with escalated inquiries.
• Participate in cross-functional events and committees.
• Create reference materials for staff training.
• Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate staff and student assistants.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Master's degree in an appropriate area

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience

Job description

Admissions Officer III (Transfer Admissions) Job No: 541087 Work Type: Full Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Academic Advising/Support, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support Department: 03020000 - EM-OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS

Classification Title: Admissions Officer III

Classification Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

Job Description: The University of Florida is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Admissions Officer III to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Transfer Admissions processing team. In this role, you will evaluate undergraduate admissions applications and transfer credits, ensure compliance with admissions standards, provide exceptional customer service, and supervise and develop Admissions staff.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Transfer Admissions Processing

• Review and evaluate undergraduate admissions applications to ensure they meet the university's minimum requirements and standards.
• Assess transfer credits and verify the accuracy and completeness of student submissions for eligibility.
• Collaborate with colleges to manage key processes, including application deadlines, available terms for student entry, and referral standards.
• Ensure decisions are made and communicated by the designated release deadlines.
• Evaluate secondary and post-secondary transcripts to ensure compliance with admissions standards.
• Handle escalated situations and serves as the area expert, providing guidance and solutions for complex cases while maintaining high-quality service standards.
• Optimize the efficiency of the application process.

Customer Service and Support

• Serve as a point of contact for prospective and current students, parents, and university personnel, including responding to inquiries and communicating with the general public via phone, email, and in-person, disseminating accurate information to students, parents, and key stakeholders across campus.
• Provide support to OneStop staff members with escalated admissions-related inquiries.
• Participate in cross-functional events, advise on committees, and engage in Q&A sessions.
• Assist with the creation of reference materials in support of OneStop staff member training.

Staff Supervision and Development

• Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate full-time staff and student assistants assigned to the area.
• Create training materials and coordinate training for Admissions business processes across all software platforms utilized in the office.
• Coordinate staff work schedules to ensure sufficient office coverage.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting with special projects and supporting other areas of Admissions, as needed.

Expected Salary: $52,000 annually

In addition, UF offers the following exceptional benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually)
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

For more information on benefits, please visit UFHR Benefits and Rewards (ufl.edu)

Required Qualifications: Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

Preferred:

• Experience supervising a team; demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and manage staff effectively in a high-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail, with a proven track record of accurately reviewing and processing complex information to maintain high standards of quality and compliance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with others
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Health Assessment Required: No

Applications Close: 08 September 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.