Admission Application Reviewer

Emerson College • Boston, MA

11d • $23 - $27 • Remote

About The Position

Join our community and experience Emerson College! The Admission Application Reviewer plays a critical role in the college admissions process by evaluating and making recommendations on student applications. This position requires a keen eye for detail, an understanding of the college's admissions criteria, and the ability to assess a wide range of application materials. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to shaping the future student body of Emerson College, and making a significant impact on young individuals' educational journeys. Note: The candidate(s) hired into this role is not eligible for additional assignments within academic programs or at the college.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with academic records and standardized testing.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion principles.
• Moderate to advanced computer skills; ability to navigate internet-based tools independently.
• Must be able to sit and review applications on a computer for several consecutive hours.
• Expected to participate in required training and calibration sessions.
• Must maintain consistent attendance and adhere to established review timelines.
• All work must comply with institutional policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Employees must reside in authorized states as outlined in the Remote Work Policy.

Nice To Haves

• In addition to the above, minimum of one year of experience in admissions, counseling, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in higher education preferred.
• Familiarity with international credentials and test scores (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS).
• Previous experience with holistic admissions review processes.
• Preference will be given to employees who live within commuting distance of an Emerson physical location.

Responsibilities

• Carefully assess and review student applications, including academic records, personal essays, letters of recommendation, and standardized test scores.
• Apply a holistic approach to understand the applicant's overall potential, considering both academic and extracurricular achievements.
• Make recommendations for admissions decisions based on the college's criteria and standards.
• Work closely with the admissions team to ensure a consistent and fair review process.
• Participate in committee discussions regarding admissions decisions.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of application evaluations and decisions.
• Stay updated with the college's admissions policies, including diversity and inclusion guidelines, and ensure compliance in the review process.
• Regularly review and suggest improvements to the admissions process to enhance fairness and efficiency.

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members.
• We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.
• Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible.
• Additional benefits, such as life and disability coverage and commuter offerings, are available.
• Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees