Job Summary:
Come join our team in the Office of Admissions and Recruitment! We are admissions professionals dedicated to recruiting, admitting, and enrolling the next generation of UW-Madison undergraduates.
The Office of Admissions and Recruitment is seeking temporary application readers. Readers have the flexibility to work remotely and will receive thorough training in holistic application review which entails the detailed review of transcripts, school profiles, activities, essays, letters of recommendation, and test scores if provided. Readers should have the availability to work 20 hours per week during peak fall and winter reading season, with most hours worked during the traditional business hours of their time zone. Prior experience in the field of college admissions, higher education or high school education is preferred but not required.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a public research university and the flagship institution of the Universities of Wisconsin. Located within the Division of Enrollment Management, the Office of Admissions and Recruitment receives 65,000+ applications annually from prospective undergraduate students.
Responsibilities:
Performs a variety of duties involving the review, analysis, assessment, and processing of admissions applications in accordance with University guidelines, policies, and procedures.
90% Conducts comprehensive application review and selection for assigned programs
5% DEM is committed to the highest standard of service. This position will be a role model by practicing exemplary and respectful behaviors in all interactions. Participation in community and culture building activities are mandatory
5% Other duties as assigned
Tasks:
Conduct a thorough first review of undergraduate applications.
Attend training and meetings as required.
Data entry and correction in SIS (Student Information System) as needed.
Other duties as assigned, which may include on-campus event support for readers in the Madison area.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Preferred
H.S. Diploma
Qualifications:
Please note the following applicant restrictions: To avoid a conflict of interest, candidates must not be currently employed as an admissions professional, high school counselor, or independent college counselor/coach/agent. Candidates should not be the parent of a current junior or senior in high school.
Required Qualifications:
- Appreciation for the diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives of applicants.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently around multiple deadlines.
- Must have the availability to work 20 hours per week during peak fall and winter reading season, with most hours worked during the traditional business hours of your time zone.
- Proficiency with computer office applications and software, email, and web-based communication.
- Can be seated at a computer for 4-8 hours per day.
- Ability to set up a private office space with high speed internet access.
- Demonstrate high level of sensitivity and confidentiality around the review process and adherence to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in the field of college admissions, higher education, or high school education preferred.
Work Type:
It is anticipated this position will be remote and requires work be performed at an offsite, non-campus work location. Remote Work Agreements require Remote Readers to be physically located in the United States.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Terminal appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended based on need and/or funding.
Salary:
$21.00 HOURLY
Fixed
Additional Information:
Additional Information:
–Laptop and software will be provided.
–Some remote readers will also be asked to support international and transfer application review.
–Initial training is mandatory and will be held online Tuesday, October 1st, Thursday, October 3rd, Tuesday, October 8th, Thursday, October 10th and Tuesday, October 15th (9:00am-12:00pm Central Time each day).
–Pay will be $21/hour for all newly hired remote readers.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click on the “Apply Now” button to start the application process. You will be asked to upload in one complete file upload a current resume/cv and cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position. In addition please provide three (3) professional references.
Applications must be received by the application deadline for ensured consideration. Failure to submit complete application materials may result in ineligibility for this position.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment and must be able to sustain eligibility, without sponsorship, throughout the duration of their employment.
Contact:
Heidi Updegrove
[email protected]
608-265-2068
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Application Review Specialist(AE068)
Department(s):
A05-ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT/ADMISSIONS
Employment Class:
Temporary Employment
Job Number:
300462-CL