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Seasonal Application Reader - Office of Admissions and Financial Aid

Employer
Colby College
Location
Maine, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Sep 27, 2022

Job Details

Job Description
Department:
Admissions Data and Analytics - JM
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Employee Type:
Job Summary:Part-Time (10-30 hours per week), Non-Exempt, Hourly, Temporary Staff Appointment

Due to possible conflicts of interest, we are unable to consider those who are current admission professionals, independent college consultants, current employees of secondary or post-secondary institutions, or the parents, guardians, or immediate family members of a high school senior who plans to apply to a four-year college.

Reporting to the assistant dean and director of enrollment management, seasonal application readers are responsible for assisting in the review of first-year and transfer candidates for admission to Colby College. Seasonal readers partner with full-time admissions staff to ensure each application is reviewed holistically and with great attention to detail. Seasonal readers must be available virtually 1-3 days per week during regular business hours, and must read at a pace that meets specific daily deadlines. This is a part-time, temporary position, and candidates will have the ability to work remotely from their primary residence. Training will be provided in mid-November. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
  • Assist in the holistic review and evaluation of first-year and transfer applicants for admission, reading approximately 10-30 hours per week from mid-November to early March
  • Thoroughly review and accurately assess a variety of application details and data, including but not limited to: demographic and family information, personal statements and essays, extracurricular involvements, honors and awards, interests and involvements, and additional information as available
  • Exercise discretion, sensitivity, and professional judgment while accessing and evaluating highly confidential applicant information
  • Maintain regular communication with the assistant dean and director of enrollment management, and be receptive to ongoing training and feedback
  • Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
QUALIFICATIONS :
  • Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in education and experience
  • Appreciation for the value of a liberal arts education and of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences
  • Strong, self-motivated work ethic, high energy, and competitive spirit
  • Highly organized, attentive to detail, and technically proficient with digital documentation
  • Ability to analyze and synthesize large amounts of information within strict deadlines
  • Ability and confidence to exercise discretion while working independently and as a member of a diverse team and community
KEY RELATIONSHIPS :

This position will have significant interaction with several members of the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Position involves sitting. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

All students, faculty, and staff who are present on campus must be vaccinated and boostered against COVID-19, unless granted an exemption or accommodation by the College.

TO APPLY :

Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply" button on the Colby Careers website. Please submit a letter of interest including salary requirements, resume, and the contact information of three professional references. Materials should be addressed to:

Seasonal Application Reader - Search Committee
Office of Human Resources
Colby College
5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8855


Company

Colby College

Founded in 1813, Colby College is the 12th oldest liberal arts college in the United States.

Distinctive in its offerings, Colby provides an intimate, undergraduate-focused learning environment with a breadth of programs presenting students and faculty with unparalleled opportunities. A vibrant and fully integrated academic, residential, and cocurricular experience is sustained by a diverse and supportive community. Located in Waterville, Maine, Colby is a global institution with students representing nearly every U.S. state and approximately 70 countries.

Colby’s model provides the scale and impact of larger universities coupled with intensive learning in a community committed to scholarship and discovery, multidisciplinary approaches to integrated learning, study in the liberal arts, and leading-edge programs addressing the world’s most complex challenges. Its network of partnerships with prestigious cultural, research, medical, and business institutions extends educational and scholarly collaborations, providing students with unmatched experiences leading to postgraduate success.

The College’s wide variety of programs and labs provides students and the community access to unique experiences: the Colby College Museum of Art, the finest college art museum in the country, and the Lunder Institute for American Art have made the College a nationally and internationally recognized center for art scholarship; DavisConnects prepares students for lifelong success by combining a forward-thinking liberal arts education with extensive internship, research, and global opportunities for all students regardless of their personal networks and financial circumstances; and the 350,000-square-foot Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, is the most advanced and comprehensive NCAA D-III facility in the country. In fall 2021, Colby opened the Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence, the first such institute at a liberal arts college. Colby’s new Island Campus, consisting of Allen and Benner islands, gives Colby a significant presence on the coast of Maine for a wide range of academic programs and activities and undisturbed environments ideal for conducting interdisciplinary experiences.

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