Seasonal Credentials Evaluator

The Ohio State University

5d • $18 - $20 • Remote

About The Position

Seasonal Credentials Evaluators are key to the undergraduate admissions process at Ohio State. As part of the Undergraduate Admissions Operations team, Seasonal Credentials Evaluators process and evaluate over 80,000 undergraduate applications annually. Application Evaluation includes data entry and administrative tasks to ensure accurate and comprehensive data is gathered in Ohio State admissions systems. Develops/maintains thorough understanding of educational systems, University structure, programs, policies, procedures, and admission requirements. Interprets and evaluates domestic and international high school and/or post-secondary education credentials based on thorough understanding of University structure, programs, policies, procedures, and admission requirements. Enters application information into the Student Information System (SIS). Evaluates authenticity of high school and/or post-secondary documents and determines acceptability. Researches, identifies and applies appropriate resources to interpret and evaluate high school transcripts, post-secondary coursework, and GPA and class rank information. Evaluates supporting documents to determine admissibility based on university policies. Updates relevant information in SIS. Identifies discrepancies and consults with high school/college officials to resolve problems. Makes referrals, completes special projects, and performs general office duties. This position is a seasonal appointment, beginning September 2026 and ending on or before February 19, 2027.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience with various office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Successful completion of a background check.
• Candidates must be Ohio residents and live in the state of Ohio while serving in the role.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and evaluates domestic and international high school and/or post-secondary education credentials based on thorough understanding of University structure, programs, policies, procedures, and admission requirements.
• Enters application information into the Student Information System (SIS).
• Evaluates authenticity of high school and/or post-secondary documents and determines acceptability.
• Researches, identifies and applies appropriate resources to interpret and evaluate high school transcripts, post-secondary coursework, and GPA and class rank information.
• Evaluates supporting documents to determine admissibility based on university policies.
• Updates relevant information in SIS.
• Identifies discrepancies and consults with high school/college officials to resolve problems.
• Makes referrals, completes special projects, and performs general office duties.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level