Seasonal Application Reader – Undergraduate Admission – Office of the Provost

Accountabilities: The Seasonal Application Reader will be responsible for reviewing undergraduate application materials holistically and providing thoughtful evaluations that support enrollment decisions. This role requires discretion, strong critical thinking, and the ability to synthesize large amounts of information while maintaining consistency and confidentiality throughout the review process.

Thoroughly evaluate application materials, including academic records, essays, activities, and supporting documents.

Assess applicants holistically by identifying academic strengths, personal achievements, experiences, and potential contributions to the student community.

Provide accurate and detailed application reviews while meeting established productivity and quality standards.

Complete assigned training sessions, weekly meetings, and required reading materials to maintain current knowledge of admissions practices and higher education trends.

Apply established review guidelines and maintain confidentiality regarding applicant information and evaluation processes.

Recognize key information within applications and summarize relevant factors that support admissions decisions.

Collaborate with admissions staff and participate in discussions related to application evaluation practices.

Maintain organized records and complete assigned reviews within required timelines.

Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment when handling sensitive applicant information.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have experience in admissions, education, recruiting, advising, or related fields, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Success in this role requires independence, attention to detail, and the ability to evaluate diverse applicant backgrounds with fairness and consistency.

Bachelor’s degree required.

Prior experience in college admissions, recruiting, secondary education, advising, or student support services.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong critical thinking abilities with the capacity to analyze and synthesize complex information.

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.

High attention to detail and ability to identify important information within application materials.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with remote team members.

Commitment to confidentiality, discretion, and ethical handling of applicant information.

Ability to attend required virtual meetings and in-person training sessions.

Access to a personal computer and reliable, secure high-speed internet connection.

Experience supporting students from historically underrepresented backgrounds is preferred.

Familiarity with holistic admissions processes, international education systems, enrollment management platforms, Zoom, Microsoft Office, Gmail, and similar tools is a plus.

Benefits:

Flexible remote, part-time seasonal work schedule.

Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work supporting student access and higher education opportunities.

Fixed-term role with approximately 20–25 hours per week during the admissions review period.

Hourly compensation structure.

Access to comprehensive employee benefits for eligible employees, including:

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.

Retirement savings program with employer contributions.

Tuition benefits and professional development opportunities.

Paid time off and observed holidays.

Life insurance and accidental death and disability coverage.

Additional perks may include:

Family support resources.

Fitness center access.

Regional transportation benefits.

Resources designed to support employee wellbeing and growth.

How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!  Why Apply Through Jobgether? 

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