Part-time Application Reader

DePaul University•Chicago, IL

5d•Remote

About The Position

The Highlights: Reporting to the Manager of Part-Time Readers, the Part-Time Reader works from home and reviews admission applications. The position has more of a seasonal nature as the majority of the work is concentrated between October - March, with training in August/September and occasional small projects in the spring/summer months (if work is available). The hours associated with this position are variable depending on the application load and there is no guarantee of a certain number of hours per week. What You'll Do: 1. The part-time Reader will receive training on how to review an admission application and he/she will be assigned applications to review and a deadline by which to review them. 2. The part-time Reader will receive training on how to complete small side projects related to the application review (as work is available).

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree, required.
Working knowledge of admission practices and procedures.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of student database management systems.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work with little supervision.
Ability to participate in a fast paced, creative, change oriented and success driven environment.
Reliable internet access from home.

Nice To Haves

2-4 years of college admission/college counseling experience, preferred.
Position may require evening and weekend work in order to meet application deadline.