Marketing and Admissions Coordinator

Job No: 538824
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Student Services
Department:  - CJC-GRADUATE STUDIES - RESEARC

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Marketing and Admissions Coordinator

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

The College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida seeks a Marketing and Admissions Coordinator to support recruitment, marketing, and admissions operations for our in-residence master's and Ph.D. programs. This role is ideal for a collaborative higher-education professional who enjoys engaging with prospective students, managing admissions workflows, and contributing to graduate enrollment strategy within a nationally ranked public university.

The Admissions and Marketing Coordinator serves as a key partner to faculty, staff, and central admissions units, helping attract a talented graduate student population.

This position offers opportunities to build experience across graduate recruitment, admissions operations, marketing support, and data analysis, providing a strong foundation for career growth within marketing and higher education administration.

• Represent the College's graduate programs at information sessions, graduate fairs, campus events, and professional association meetings
• Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective students, providing timely, accurate, and student-centered guidance throughout the admissions process
• Collaborate with faculty and program leadership on recruitment initiatives and yield efforts

• Maintain and update graduate program web content and social media platforms in coordination with College and University guidelines
• Assist with the development and distribution of recruitment and marketing materials

• Manage application workflows, ensuring files are complete and routed appropriately for faculty review
• Ensure compliance with University of Florida Graduate School and Admissions policies and deadlines
• Utilize Slate CRM and related systems to support recruitment, admissions, and enrollment activities
• Process immigration documentation for new and continuing international graduate students

• Track and report on application, admission, and enrollment trends
• Support data-informed decision-making by preparing routine reports and monitoring best practices in graduate admissions

• Nationally recognized institution: UF is ranked #6 among public universities by U.S. News & World Report
• Exceptional benefits:
  Comprehensive health insurance, state retirement programs, and a wide range of supplemental benefits
• Professional development:
  Tuition assistance and reduced tuition for eligible employees pursuing additional degrees
• Quality of life:
  Gainesville offers a welcoming college-town environment with access to Florida's beaches, parks, and cultural attractions

$48,000 - $55,000

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

Valid driver's license required.

• Experience in graduate admissions, recruitment, or higher education administration
• Familiarity with international student processes
• Experience managing web content or social media in a professional setting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments
• Proficiency with CRM systems (Slate preferred) and standard office software, including Excel and Power Point
• Interest in graduate education and student success

Please upload cover letter, resume, and three references for consideration.

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

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call  or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD).

For additional questions or more information, please contact search panel chair Marcia DiStaso at mdistaso.

Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). The application packet will be submitted as one PDF file through the UF Jobs website at  All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening, which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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