The University of Rochester is seeking an Admissions Reader to join our team during peak application volume. This part-time, approximately five-month (November-March) assignment supplements our full-time admissions staff. You will serve as a first-read reviewer, evaluating undergraduate applications for the Arts, Sciences and Engineering to determine admissibility and recommend merit scholarships.
What You'll Do
- Review and evaluate undergraduate applications from assigned geographic regions and schools, both domestic and international, as a first reader.
- Determine admissibility based on secondary and postsecondary school curricula, non-academic engagement, written communication samples, and non-cognitive character.
- Evaluate academic and non-academic components to recommend potential inclusion of merit-based scholarships.
- Attend regularly scheduled part-time reader meetings to stay current with the review process and establish continuity with full-time readers.
- Read an average of four files per hour and work approximately 17 hours per week.
What We're Looking For
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and training.
- Work experience in a related field such as counseling or human resources.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills in a diverse environment.
- Demonstrated customer service experience with a global perspective and commitment to diversity.
- Ability to work in a team setting with all levels of management and staff.
- Enthusiastic attitude, excellent judgement, and solid time management skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a larger team.
- New York State Residency.
Nice to Have
- One year of relevant admissions experience or school counseling.
Team & Environment
Readers are assigned to first reads by the Project Director, Admissions, to whom this role reports.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $18.65 - $26.11 per hour.
Work Mode
This is a fully remote position. Candidates must reside and work within New York State.
The University of Rochester is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
