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Position Number: | 114670 |
Position Title (Classification Title): | Student Services Specialist 114670 |
Working Title: | Admissions Representative |
Job Summary: | Join the Office of University Admissions/Enrollment Affairs team at a Great College to Work For on the beautiful UWF campus just minutes from the beach. The Student Services Specialist will have the opportunity to choose between a variety of retirement plans and select from affordable healthcare insurance plans. The Admissions Representative is responsible for recruiting new students to the University of West Florida actively engaging in outreach efforts such as attending college fairs visiting high schools and building relationships with school counselors. This role includes managing an assigned recruitment territory developing and executing an action plan to meet enrollment goals and effectively communicating with prospective students and their families through various mediums. The representative will provide information about UWF the admissions process admission requirements scholarships and financial aid. This position requires extensive travel often including evenings weekends and overnight stays to effectively engage with prospective students and stakeholders. Additionally this position collaborates with the undergraduate admissions team to facilitate events assist with campus tours and serve as a primary representative of the institution supporting UWFs overall mission. The Admissions Representative will also develop knowledge of application review processes and assist with application review and processing tasks as needed. |
Department | University Admissions |
FLSA: | Exempt |
Minimum Qualifications: | A bachelors degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience; or a high school diploma and seven years of appropriate experience. |
Position Qualifications: | The Admissions Representative must possess strong communication and customer service skills to effectively engage with prospective students families and other stakeholders. This role requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a dynamic environment. Candidates should be comfortable working with technology including Microsoft Office and Google Suite and have the ability to learn and navigate various systems and platforms. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential along with the ability to interpret and apply institutional policies guidelines and admission requirements. Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving priorities are key to success in this position. |
Preferred Qualifications | Ideal candidates will have prior experience in college or university admissions student ambassador or tour guide roles or as a resident assistant in a university setting. The ability to effectively communicate with both small and large groups including individuals from all backgrounds is highly valued. Strong public speaking skills and a demonstrated commitment to exceptional customer service are essential. Additionally experience working with customer relationship management (CRM) systems such as Slate is preferred. |
Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job: | - This position requires a criminal background screen.
- This position is eligible for veterans preference.
- This position requires fingerprinting.
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Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Work Hours | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday |
FTE | 1.0 |
Salary Range | $44057 |
Pay Basis | Annually |
Closing Date: | 10/10/2025 |
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: . Applicants are required to attach a resume cover letter and contact information for three references.
An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process.
For assistance please contact Human Resources at or email .
This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans Preference pursuant to Section 295.07 F.S.; applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation on or before the posting deadline date as such documentation is required for eligibility determination. Supporting documentation in addition to the DD214 may be required based on eligibility criteria. For information on obtaining a DD214 visit or call 1-.
At the conclusion of this search if a non-preference eligible applicant is appointed to the position and you are a preference-eligible applicant and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation a written complaint requesting an investigation may be submitted to the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs Division of Benefits and Assistance 9500 Bay Pines Blvd. Room 214 St. Petersburg Florida 33708. Such a complaint should be filed within 60 calendar days from the date that the notice the position has been filled is received by the applicant pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57 F.S.
Prior to filing a complaint it is the responsibility of the preference-eligible applicant to contact the designated Human Resources or other contact person at least one time after 45 days have passed from the final date for submitting an application or the interview date whichever is later in time if the applicant has not received notice of a hiring decision.
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