Program Director, Student Affairs

Program Director, Student Affairs

Job No:
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Academic Advising/Support, Executive/Director/Management, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department: - BA-MS MARKETING PROGRAM

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 incumbent reports to the Faculty Director and is responsible for coordinating admissions, recruitment, student advising, engagement, and career readiness.

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

• 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, 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 CPT and 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 curriculum enhances career outcomes for 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 experiential learning activities, including experiential learning courses and/or business visits, and coordinate logistics
• Actively support and provide guidance to the MSMAR student ambassadors
• Supervise recruitment, application process, and new and continued member training, working with ambassadors to identify professional development opportunities
• Liaison between student ambassadors and advising team, program directors; coordinate and assist with special events such as student socials, speaker events, and networking events
• Collaborate with the MIB and MSM advising team in creating events, workshops, and programs that support advising as needed
• Manage fiscal accounts associated with the MSMAR program, coordinate closely with Business Career Services and Corporate Relations Office for placement opportunities, and maintain relationships with firms hiring MSMAR students for internships and full‑time placement
• Supervise the GEB6941 Internship course for MSMAR students
• Maintain relationships with program alumni for mentoring current students
• Obtain feedback from hiring firms regarding student performance during internships and full‑time employment, creating and administering exit interview surveys with graduating students and recent graduates to inform the Faculty Director about curriculum effectiveness

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 required for participation in the MSMAR Experiential Learning course trip

EXPECTED SALARY

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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in higher education student advising

SKILLS

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong intercultural skills

ABILITIES

• Ability to solve problems independently
• Ability to multi‑task
• Ability to balance several projects simultaneously

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Proactive

Applications Close: 30 April 2026

Our Commitment: The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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