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Office of Admissions
Responsibilities
The Office of Admissions is a unit within the Division of Enrollment Management, which is comprised of four distinct units: Office of Admissions, Office of the University Registrar, Office of Financial Aid, and Technology Operations. Enrollment Management’s integrated services provide distinctive support throughout the student's development and progression in their academic experience – from recruitment through commencement. Through collaboration, communication, and commitment, all units within Enrollment Management achieve the highest level of student-centered service to current and prospective students and families and to campus partners across the University.
- Manages the development, coordination, and implementation of regional recruitment programs and strategic partnership initiatives, with primary responsibility for advancing FSU’s relationship with Miami Dade College.
- Establishes and maintains strong relationships with Miami Dade College (MDC) to increase the University’s visibility and translating FSU/MDC articulation agreement to create transparent pathways and enhanced advising for MDC students to transfer to the university.
- Collaborates with campus partners, including academic colleges, student services, and other University offices, to coordinate regional recruitment initiatives and support student enrollment.
- Evaluates recruitment activity and enrollment trends within the Miami-Dade market and uses available data to identify opportunities, challenges, and strategies for increasing FSU's market penetration.
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Establishes and sustains a broad network of educational and community partners that support long-term recruitment efforts, increase institutional visibility, and promote continued enrollment growth throughout the region.
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Plans, manages, and evaluates comprehensive regional recruitment and student engagement initiatives for first-year and transfer populations throughout Miami-Dade county and other areas of South Florida.
- Develops and implements strategic recruitment plans with measurable objectives related to prospective student engagement, application generation, admission, enrollment, and yield.
- Coordinates outreach activities and other targeted recruitment initiatives.
- Establishes and maintains productive relationships with educational stakeholders to expand access to FSU and strengthen the university’s recruitment pipeline.
- Provides guidance regarding undergraduate admissions requirements, university policies, application procedures, and transfer pathways to prospective students and educational partners.
- Assesses the effectiveness of recruitment activities, identifies opportunities to improve outreach and engagement, and adjusts strategies based on regional enrollment trends, student interests, and institutional priorities.
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Coordinates regional recruitment activities with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging, effective resource utilization, and alignment with university enrollment objectives. The position requires operation of a motor vehicle to perform assigned responsibilities.
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Participates in the evaluation of first-year and transfer applications for admission to the University.
- Applies university admissions standards, policies, and procedures to support consistent and accurate application review and decision-making.
- Responsible for the implementation of university policies and procedures as they relate to Undergraduate Admissions.
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Collaborates with appropriate admissions personnel to address application-related questions, resolve procedural issues, and support the effective administration of undergraduate admissions.
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Contributes to the development, review, and evaluation of policies, procedures, and operational practices that support regional recruitment and undergraduate admissions.
- Analyzes program activities, recruitment outcomes, and operational processes to identify opportunities for improvement and recommends strategies to senior leadership to enhance program effectiveness and support enrollment goals.
- Participates in establishing program objectives, performance measures, implementation strategies, and operational priorities for the Office of Admissions.
- Collaborates with Admissions leadership and university stakeholders to support the development and implementation of recruitment initiatives, policies, procedures, and staffing strategies.
- Evaluates emerging recruitment needs and recommends adjustments to program activities to strengthen service delivery, operational efficiency, and student engagement.
- Provides cross-functional support to other Admissions sections during peak operational periods and assists with special projects and university initiatives as needed to advance the goals of the Office of Admissions.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree and four years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)
- A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least two years of related experience.
- A strong understanding of the value and benefits of a comprehensive education.
- Excellent public speaking skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, or comparable software.
- Ideal candidates are energetic, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
- Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and consistently meet deadlines.
- Preference will be given to candidates who are Florida State University graduates and fluent in Spanish.
- Experience working in higher education admissions, reviewing academic transcripts, and interpreting and applying admissions test results is desirable.
- Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to review, interpret, and organize data and information, as well as follow through on assigned tasks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders in a virtual setting.
- Successful candidates will demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and accountability for completing assignments with minimal supervision.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.
Anticipated Salary Range
Mid $50,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our FSU Total Rewards website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our FSU Total Compensation Calculator to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This position has been designated as eligible for remote work based on the current position/job functions. Applicants must be able to maintain a home-based office within the designated service area.
This position requires the flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Department
Office of Admissions
Responsibilities
The Office of Admissions is a unit within the Division of Enrollment Management, which is comprised of four distinct units: Office of Admissions, Office of the University Registrar, Office of Financial Aid, and Technology Operations. Enrollment Management’s integrated services provide distinctive support throughout the student's development and progression in their academic experience – from recruitment through commencement. Through collaboration, communication, and commitment, all units within Enrollment Management achieve the highest level of student-centered service to current and prospective students and families and to campus partners across the University.
- Manages the development, coordination, and implementation of regional recruitment programs and strategic partnership initiatives, with primary responsibility for advancing FSU’s relationship with Miami Dade College.
- Establishes and maintains strong relationships with Miami Dade College (MDC) to increase the University’s visibility and translating FSU/MDC articulation agreement to create transparent pathways and enhanced advising for MDC students to transfer to the university.
- Collaborates with campus partners, including academic colleges, student services, and other University offices, to coordinate regional recruitment initiatives and support student enrollment.
- Evaluates recruitment activity and enrollment trends within the Miami-Dade market and uses available data to identify opportunities, challenges, and strategies for increasing FSU's market penetration.
-
Establishes and sustains a broad network of educational and community partners that support long-term recruitment efforts, increase institutional visibility, and promote continued enrollment growth throughout the region.
-
Plans, manages, and evaluates comprehensive regional recruitment and student engagement initiatives for first-year and transfer populations throughout Miami-Dade county and other areas of South Florida.
- Develops and implements strategic recruitment plans with measurable objectives related to prospective student engagement, application generation, admission, enrollment, and yield.
- Coordinates outreach activities and other targeted recruitment initiatives.
- Establishes and maintains productive relationships with educational stakeholders to expand access to FSU and strengthen the university’s recruitment pipeline.
- Provides guidance regarding undergraduate admissions requirements, university policies, application procedures, and transfer pathways to prospective students and educational partners.
- Assesses the effectiveness of recruitment activities, identifies opportunities to improve outreach and engagement, and adjusts strategies based on regional enrollment trends, student interests, and institutional priorities.
-
Coordinates regional recruitment activities with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging, effective resource utilization, and alignment with university enrollment objectives. The position requires operation of a motor vehicle to perform assigned responsibilities.
-
Participates in the evaluation of first-year and transfer applications for admission to the University.
- Applies university admissions standards, policies, and procedures to support consistent and accurate application review and decision-making.
- Responsible for the implementation of university policies and procedures as they relate to Undergraduate Admissions.
-
Collaborates with appropriate admissions personnel to address application-related questions, resolve procedural issues, and support the effective administration of undergraduate admissions.
-
Contributes to the development, review, and evaluation of policies, procedures, and operational practices that support regional recruitment and undergraduate admissions.
- Analyzes program activities, recruitment outcomes, and operational processes to identify opportunities for improvement and recommends strategies to senior leadership to enhance program effectiveness and support enrollment goals.
- Participates in establishing program objectives, performance measures, implementation strategies, and operational priorities for the Office of Admissions.
- Collaborates with Admissions leadership and university stakeholders to support the development and implementation of recruitment initiatives, policies, procedures, and staffing strategies.
- Evaluates emerging recruitment needs and recommends adjustments to program activities to strengthen service delivery, operational efficiency, and student engagement.
- Provides cross-functional support to other Admissions sections during peak operational periods and assists with special projects and university initiatives as needed to advance the goals of the Office of Admissions.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree and four years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)
- A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least two years of related experience.
- A strong understanding of the value and benefits of a comprehensive education.
- Excellent public speaking skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, or comparable software.
- Ideal candidates are energetic, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
- Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and consistently meet deadlines.
- Preference will be given to candidates who are Florida State University graduates and fluent in Spanish.
- Experience working in higher education admissions, reviewing academic transcripts, and interpreting and applying admissions test results is desirable.
- Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to review, interpret, and organize data and information, as well as follow through on assigned tasks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders in a virtual setting.
- Successful candidates will demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and accountability for completing assignments with minimal supervision.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.
Anticipated Salary Range
Mid $50,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our FSU Total Rewards website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our FSU Total Compensation Calculator to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
This position has been designated as eligible for remote work based on the current position/job functions. Applicants must be able to maintain a home-based office within the designated service area.
This position requires the flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
Pull your O*NET profile for Regional Program Manager and map your degree directly to the role's analytical and planning duties. USCIS scrutinizes management titles heavily, so your resume and cover letter must connect your specific field of study to the job's core functions.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Run your target city and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before any salary discussion. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing rate, so knowing the Level I through Level IV thresholds protects you from offers that can't survive DOL certification.
Search employers with verified H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to browse Regional Program Manager roles at employers with documented H-1B visa sponsorship history. This filters out postings where sponsorship is listed as possible but the employer has never actually filed a petition for a comparable role.
Clarify multi-site scope before accepting an offer
If your role spans multiple locations, each primary worksite needs its own certified LCA. Raise this with HR during the offer stage, not after you've signed. Employers unfamiliar with multi-location H-1B compliance can delay your start date by weeks.
Time your job search around your status window
H-1B status is granted in three-year increments up to a six-year maximum. If you're in year five or six, target employers with active PERM pipelines, since AC21 portability lets you change jobs after 180 days if a green card petition is already filed.
Prepare a specialty occupation support package
Because program management titles attract RFEs, ask your prospective employer to gather job descriptions, organizational charts, and internal degree requirements before filing. USCIS often questions whether the role demands a specific bachelor's field rather than any bachelor's degree.
H-1B Visa Regional Program Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Regional Program Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business administration, public policy, public health, or a discipline tied to the program's subject matter. The key is that the degree field must be specific to the role, not a generalized management background. Employers who define the duties around analytical, policy, or technical program oversight typically satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation standard.
What does the employer need to file for H-1B sponsorship in this role?
Your employer must first obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL, which locks in the wage level and worksite locations. They then file an I-129 petition with USCIS. Because Regional Program Manager is a management title that USCIS scrutinizes closely, employers should include a detailed job description, internal degree requirements, and an organizational chart showing where the role sits in the structure.
How do I find Regional Program Manager jobs where the employer actually sponsors H-1B visas?
Search on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for comparable roles. Many job postings mention visa sponsorship loosely without the employer having ever filed for a program management position. Filtering by employers with a documented track record in your occupation saves significant time and avoids offers that stall at the HR stage.
Can my H-1B cover Regional Program Manager duties across multiple states or offices?
Only if each primary worksite has its own certified LCA on file before you begin working there. A single LCA tied to one location doesn't cover travel assignments or secondary offices where you spend a substantial amount of time. If your role is genuinely multi-site, your employer needs to plan for multiple LCA certifications, which adds time and DOL compliance steps to the filing process.
What happens to my H-1B status if the program I manage ends or is restructured?
Your H-1B is tied to the specific employer and position, not the program itself. If your role is eliminated, you enter a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B-sponsoring employer, change status, or leave the country. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period ends, you can begin working immediately upon filing, without waiting for USCIS approval.