[Hiring] External Application Reader @Stony Brook University

Role Description

External Application Readers are responsible for the holistic evaluation of undergraduate admission applications to the university. Readers will work 15-20 hours per week and be responsible for meeting deadlines and adhering to policies in place for application review. All Readers will be expected to attend a virtual Reader training session.

• Engage in holistic evaluation of admissions applications to the university and make recommendations on applicants; populations may include domestic, international, honors and other special populations and meet weekly goals for reading and submission.
• Review application support documents; these may include transcripts, test scores, letters of recommendation, school profiles, essays.
• Calculate course averages for use in application review.
• Learn and implement use of technology and data feeds to support application review in designated platforms.
• Work independently and handle all data and correspondence confidentially and in alignment with university and state guidelines.
• Engage in regular touch bases (progress checks, trainings) with office staff related to reading.
• Other duties and projects as assigned and appropriate to rank and unit mission.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (foreign equivalent or higher).
• One (1) year of full-time professional experience in a high school, college or university setting or setting that demonstrates engagement with the college application process.
• Experience in high school counseling and/or teaching, admissions counseling and/or recruitment at the high school or college level.
• Proficiency with technology, office software and communication systems.
• Bachelor's Degree (foreign equivalent or higher) - Preferred.
• Experience in reviewing applications for admissions or scholarships to a Higher Education institution - Preferred.
• Experience and knowledge with Higher Education technology CRM platforms - Preferred.

Requirements

• This is a part-time appointment. FLSA Non-Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
• External readers cannot be current admission professionals at another college/university, current school counselors, current independent education consultants, or employees of another college/university or Higher Education vendor.
• External readers can also not be the parent of a senior in high school.
• This position will work from a home office and must have their own computer (desktop/laptop) with appropriate security and access to the internet.
• This is a temporary position with an anticipated start date in mid-October and an anticipated end date by the end of February.
• For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.

Benefits

• Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
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