Director of Evaluations

University of South Florida · Tampa

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The Student Success division at the University of South Florida, is comprised of 60 departments, providing students with academic support, engagement opportunities, health & wellness services and enhancement of the educational experience. The Office of Admissions is responsible for recruitment, admission, and enrollment of domestic and international undergraduate and graduate students at the University of South Florida.

The Director of Evaluations provides strategic leadership and oversight for the comprehensive review and decision-making processes associated with undergraduate admissions at the University of South Florida. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Admissions, the Director is responsible for the administration of first-year and transfer application evaluation and decisioning processes to ensure compliance with university policies, Florida Board of Governors regulations, and applicable state and federal laws. 

The Director oversees the review of applications for admission, supervises professional and support staff responsible for credential evaluation and admissions decisions, and ensures efficient, accurate, and student-centered processing of undergraduate applications. The position also provides leadership for document management, Florida Residency, and specialized admissions processes, including Special Talent admissions (e.g., athletics, arts programs, ROTC, and other designated populations), and coordinates the undergraduate admission appeals process through the Faculty Admissions Committee. 

The Director plays a critical role in advancing institutional enrollment goals while maintaining the integrity, consistency, and transparency of the admissions process.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South 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.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South 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 affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.  

The Director of Evaluations provides strategic leadership and oversight for the comprehensive review and decision-making processes associated with undergraduate admissions at the University of South Florida. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Admissions, the Director is responsible for the administration of first-year and transfer application evaluation and decisioning processes to ensure compliance with university policies, Florida Board of Governors regulations, and applicable state and federal laws.

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