Program Director, Student Affairs

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

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

• 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 activities, which may include experiential learning courses and/or business visits. This may include coordinating the logistics to facilitate these activities
• Actively supports/provides guidance to the MSMAR student ambassadors
• Supervises recruitment, application process, and new and continued member training
• Works with ambassadors to identify opportunities for professional development and peer engagement
• Liaison between student ambassadors and advising team, program directors
• Coordinates and/or assists with special events, such as student socials, speaker events, networking events, etc
• Collaborates with the MIB and MSM advising team in the creation and coordination of events, workshops, and programs that support the advising process as needed
• Manages fiscal accounts associated with the MSMAR program.
• Coordinates closely with the Business Career Services and Corporate Relations Office to aid in placement opportunities.
• Maintains relationships with firms that hire MSMAR students for internships and full-time placement.
• Supervises the GEB6941 Internship course for MSMAR students.
• Maintains relationships with program alumni for the purposes of mentoring current students
• Obtains feedback from firms that hire from the program about the performance of students during internships and full-time employment
• Creates and administers exit interview surveys with graduating students and recent graduates
• Provides information from these surveys to the Faculty Director about the effectiveness of the current curriculum in providing students with relevant skills to be successful in their careers

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE

• Monday through Friday, 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
• Occasional weekend or evening duties required for recruitment events, orientation, and extracurricular student activities (2-3 per semester)
• Travel will be required for participation in the MSMAR Experiential Learning course trip

  $70,000 -$80,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

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

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 recommendation letters.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.