Program Director, Student Affairs

Classification Title:

Program Director, Student Affairs

Classification Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description:

The Marketing Department in the Warrington College of Business (WCB) at the University of Florida is seeking to hire a Program Director, Student Affairs for the Master of Science in Marketing (MSMAR) program.

The Program Director, Student Affairs for the Master of Science in Marketing (MSMAR) program reports to the Faculty Director. His/her primary job duties include coordinating the admissions process, recruiting, student advising, student engagement, and career readiness. The incumbent has a thorough understanding of the institutional policies and procedures governing a substantial number of offices on campus.

ADMISSIONS:

• Coordinates with admissions personnel who manage application completion
• Makes admissions, decisions, sends admission decision letters, and updates SalesForce and UF admission portal
• Requests I-20 for international applicants
• Recommends students for scholarships
• Interviews applicants in person and via Zoom

RECRUITMENT

• Advises prospective students regarding program options, admission requirements, and deadlines via information sessions
• Collaborates with the faculty director to develop annual enrollment goals and recruitment strategy
• Maintains all program websites including admissions and academic requirements
• Establishes and maintains strategic relationships with staff, faculty, advisors, and student organizations throughout UF campus to promote the programs to specific majors.
• Presents to advisors, classes, on-campus student clubs, organizations, and honor societies
• Attends campus events to promote programs
• Other duties may include recruiting and program promotion at UF or other state schools, researching projects related to marketing and graduate business programs, alumni relations, student events, and other special projects
• Coordinates with marketing and recruitment personnel on marketing campaigns
• Updates email campaigns for recruitment and admission in SalesForce

STUDENT ADVISING

• The MSMAR program is fast-paced, and there is significant interaction with students, as well as constant student tracking

  • He/she is responsible for the tasks below:

                    Sends new student information, including registration and orientation details

                     Meets with all students to develop academic timelines and advise them on program                                         requirements, policies, and deadlines

��                    Plans and coordinates orientation for MSMAR students with the Faculty Director. This entails                             organizing the venue, agenda, and speakers

                     Prepares orientation academic content (including videos) for on-campus and online students

                     Maintains students’ academic files, including change of degree forms and graduate credit                                 transfers forms in GIMS (Graduate Management Information System)

                     Advises all students (on-campus and online) on program requirements, policies, and deadlines

                     Registers students appropriately for courses

                     Communicates with undergraduate advisors regarding combination degree student progress

                     Processes all forms pertaining to combination and dual degree students

                     Conducts degree audits for graduating students

                     Handles curricular practical training (CPT) and optional practical training (OPT) paperwork for                           international students who pursue off-campus internships or temporary employment

                     Prepares and monitors petitions to the graduate school as needed

                     Coordinates course schedules with Graduate enrollment personnel

                      Manages program e-Learning/Canvas sites and announcements

STUDENT ENGAGEMENT AND CAREER READINESS

• Prepare and deliver a set of events explaining career opportunities available in marketing and how the MSMAR program curriculum enhances career opportunities for both current and future students
• Collaborate with the Faculty Director to put on tailored events and workshops for current and prospective MSMAR students
• Collaborate with the Faculty Director to create and develop appropriate experiential learning activiti