Seasonal Reader

About the position The University of Denver is seeking a Seasonal Reader to join its Enrollment Division, a fully remote, part-time position focused on evaluating applications for undergraduate admission. This role is essential in helping the university attract and enroll a diverse and intellectually motivated student body. As a member of the Seasonal Reader Team, you will be responsible for reviewing applications, calculating GPAs, and making admission recommendations that align with the university's enrollment goals and the potential for student success. The position requires a commitment of 5-10 hours per week on average, with the possibility of working up to 15 hours during peak weeks. This is a non-benefited position that cannot exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year. In this role, you will evaluate high school transcripts, educational coursework, standardized test scores, recommendation letters, and essays to assess applicants' lived experiences and qualifications. You will also consider extracurricular activities, leadership skills, and work experiences. Effective communication with admission staff regarding applicants is crucial, as is the ability to apply critical thinking and professional judgment to determine each applicant's fit within the university. The position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, familiarity with technology, and the ability to work independently while managing a case load within assigned parameters. Responsibilities • Evaluate applications for undergraduate admission as a member of the Seasonal Reader team. , • Recommend admission decisions using provided resources. , • Evaluate high school transcripts, profile, educational coursework, and standardized test scores. , • Review recommendation letters. , • Review essays to evaluate lived experiences and other provided information. , • Evaluate extracurricular activities, leadership skills, and work experiences. , • Communicate optimally with admission staff regarding applicants as required. Requirements • Bachelor's degree. , • Ability to apply critical thinking. , • Use of professional judgment to determine applicant's skills and fit within the University. , • Strong written and verbal communication skills. , • Familiarity with technology. , • Ability to maintain consistent consideration for each student. , • Ability to work independently and manage case load within assigned parameters. Nice-to-haves • Prior experience reading college applications. Benefits • The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. Apply tot his job Apply tot his job