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Initiatives in STEM (iSTEM):
The Center for Initiatives in iSTEM (iSTEM) was created with a core mission to promote and enhance College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) and College of Sciences (COS) collaborative efforts on STEM education and educational research by developing partnerships with other colleges, centers, and institutes on campus, as well as other stakeholders with a similar interest in STEM initiatives. To position UCF in Florida and nationally as a hub for STEM education, iSTEM has three areas of emphasis to improve the pipeline and produce a better STEM workforce: Undergraduate Student Success, K-12 outreach and Faculty Collaboration.
The Opportunity:
The Coordinator, EXCEL/COMPASS will be responsible to the iSTEM Executive Director and Director of EXCEL/COMPASS. The individual selected will coordinate and manage a variety of activities in support of the Center's educational and research efforts specifically related to EXCEL/COMPASS and other STEM undergraduate student programs. The coordinator will assist with the responsibilities of EXCEL/COMPASS including specialized advising, progression tracking and oversight of the project tasks associated with the program.
Classification Title: Academic Support Coordinator II
Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the specialized advising and progression tracking of EXCEL and COMPASS program undergraduate students in the STEM disciplines housed with the Colleges of Engineering and Computer Science, Optics and Photonics, Medicine and Sciences. Assistance for participants includes but is not limited to department course scheduling, student registration, orientation and retention management programming, identifying and helping to resolve barriers that impede academic success, monitoring student progress and performance, analyzing problem areas, determining solutions, conducting intervention activities for students when needed and responsibility for maintaining the student tracking systems and other university advisement record keeping systems (PS, MKS, Peg Path, degree audit, dashboards).
  
• Assists with the coordination of the undergraduate serving programs EXCEL and COMPASS. These responsibilities include but are not limited to the troubleshooting of program issues for students and staff, the admission and selection process and associated tasks. Provides initiative in the planning and execution of on-campus and local recruiting activities outside the campus community.
  
• Under the direction of the Associate Director, assists in the implementation of the program's goals and strategies as well as the collection and reporting of the appropriate assessment measures. Performs collection and data mining of information on students, university community or any external area.
  
• Assists with scheduling assignments of program graduate teaching assistants, peer coaches and lead student assistants. Includes responsibility for the Center student tutor tracking system and other university advisement record keeping systems (PS, EAB, myKnights audit).
  
• Assists with maintenance of the technical support services necessary to administer department projects. This includes working with the appropriate college staff on social media and web content management of the program sites and troubleshooting and accuracy of online databases used for admissions and tracking.
  
• Assists in the coordination, planning, development, implementation and evaluation of new iSTEM undergraduate student serving programs. Assist in other duties as assigned by the iSTEM Executive Director and Associate Director, including but not limited to completing initial and ongoing training, participating in professional development programs and demonstrating knowledge, skills, and abilities to function autonomously as an advisor in this role.
  
• In conjunction with the director/associate director, is responsible for liaison and communication activities with the University Community, Community/State Colleges, students, parents, faculty and staff in the recommendation and communication of policies and procedures while maintaining FERPA and University rules and regulations of student privacy.
  

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in academic advising or coaching in a higher education environment.
  
• Knowledge of University rules/regulations, and legal issues that relate to the confidentiality of student records.
  
• Ability to interpret and explain policies to students, faculty, and staff.
  
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with students, supervisors, and interdepartmental personnel.
  
• Ability to organize and prioritize one's own work schedule.
  

Additional Application Materials Required:
Cover letter, resume required.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H-1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.
Classification Title: Academic Support Coordinator II
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Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
  
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
  
• Retirement savings options
  
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
  
• Education assistance
  
• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
  

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Department
College of Sciences (COS) - iSTEM
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Type of Appointment
Regular
Expected Salary
$48,722.00 to $60,000
Job Posting End Date
09-03-2026-12-00-AM
The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
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