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University of Florida

Director of First-Generation Student Services

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $80K - $90K

💻 Operations

🗓️ August 8th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring a Director of First-Generation Student Services to lead institutional efforts supporting first-generation undergraduate and graduate students. The role involves managing the First-Gen Student Success department, developing programs from pre-admission to post-graduation, and fostering campus-wide collaborations to improve student outcomes.

Highlights

  • Leads strategic planning and oversight of First-Gen Student Success department.
  • Designs and implements initiatives to enhance academic and professional outcomes for first-generation students.
  • Manages scalable programs supporting academic success, career development, and post-graduation achievements.
  • Collaborates with faculty, staff, students, and external partners to improve student engagement and support.
  • Supervises staff, workgroups, interns, and volunteers to ensure effective program delivery.
  • Coordinates assessment efforts and data-driven decision-making for program effectiveness and student persistence.
  • Reports regularly on program outcomes and institutional impact to university leadership.
  • Required qualifications include a Master’s degree with six years or a Bachelor’s degree with eight years of relevant experience.
  • Preferred skills include knowledge of student development, retention strategies, advising, mentoring, and experience with first-generation and diverse student populations.
  • Salary range is $80,000 - $90,000 annually.