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Director, Academic Program

University of Central Florida
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Florida, Orlando
Dec 04, 2025
Burnett Honors College: The Burnett Honors College (BHC) provides UCF's highly academically talented and motivated students with a challenging and unique scholarly experience, creating a strong foundation for future achievements. The BHC strives to create a learning community that fosters excellence, ethical, social and civic responsibility, personal growth, and a passion for lifelong learning. It also aims to provide a transformative, vibrant community that supports academic excellence, encourages interdisciplinary inquiry, and empowers creative problem-solvers to use their talent and passion to address dynamic challenges as future global leaders. To learn more about the Burnett Honors College and its mission, visit our website. The Opportunity: UCF's Burnett Honors College (BHC) is seeking a Director, Academic Program to join our team! The Director provides leadership for BHC undergraduate research initiatives, the HUT program, and the Inspire Scholars Program. Responsible for all programs and activities housed within the Burnett Honors College Office of Honors Research and Engagement. Reports to the Senior Associate Dean of the Burnett Honors College. The role ensures alignment with university policies, supports robust student engagement, and strengthens partnerships across campus and within the community. The position also meets regularly with students to guide them through research pathways, HUT requirements, and Inspire Scholars mentoring and co-curricular opportunities. Responsibilities: Provide program leadership for the HUT program and Inspire Scholars, including coordination with Take Stock in Children. Meet with students to advise on research opportunities, HUT requirements, and Inspire Scholars support and engagement resources. Promote and oversee undergraduate research by engaging with students, faculty, and managing research-related opportunities and partnerships across campus and in the community. Prepare reports and perform data analysis that inform planning, assessment activities, program improvements, and the college's long-term strategic goals. Collaborate with university offices involved with undergraduate research. Represent BHC on college and university committees related to undergraduate research, student engagement, and access initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years of leadership experience oran equivalent combination of education and experiencepursuant toFla. Stat. 112.219(6). Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree from an accredited institution. Demonstrated experience working with high-achieving or honors students in a higher education setting. Proven leadership in managing academic or student success programs, including coordination of multiple concurrent initiatives. Experience supporting undergraduate research through teaching, program oversight, or student mentorship. Demonstrated success in cultivating strategic partnerships with faculty, campus units, and community organizations to advance academic initiatives. Proficiency in using data, assessment, and reporting to inform continuous program improvement and strategic planning. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to guide students through complex academic processes and effectively present to varied audiences. Special Instructions to the Applicants: The anticipated salary range for this position is $64,518 - $80,648. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations. This position may require occasional evening or weekend hours based on business needs. Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future. If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity here at UCF, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety. Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation,you'llplay an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country.You'llbe met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow,you'llwork alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills,andyou'llhave countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. Working at UCF has itsperks!UCF offers: Benefitpackages, 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 Educationassistance And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide. Dive intoourTotal Rewards Calculator to discover the diverseselectionavailable to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF. Unless explicitlystatedon the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF willresidein Florida as of the date the employment begins. Department Burnett Honors College Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Schedule may vary as required. Type of Appointment Regular Expected Salary $64,518.00 to Negotiable Job Posting End Date 12-19-2025-12-00-AM 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. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu. For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.