Seasonal Reader - International

Seasonal Reader – International Applications

The Office of Admissions at the University of Colorado Boulder is accepting applications for our Seasonal Reader – International Applications position! The Seasonal Reader – International Applications position evaluates multiple application components to gauge a student's preparation to be successful at CU Boulder. Hours per week will range from 5-10 during non-peak times and 20-30 hours during peak reading periods. Peak reading times are likely to be early-November through late January.

After the initial training, Seasonal Readers will have the flexibility of reviewing applications on their own schedule each week, as long as weekly reading assignments are reached. Duration of employment is expected to be mid September-March.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

As one of only 35 U.S. public research institutions in the Association of American Universities (AAU), CU Boulder is about realizing the positive impacts of new knowledge.

From offering dozens of exciting programs in a range of academic fields, to serving as one of the world's most dynamic research and innovation hubs, to working closely through hundreds of public outreach efforts with communities across Colorado and the world, we take pride in helping our students, faculty, staff, and partners turn new insights into productive outcomes that change lives.

• Use professional judgment and resources to evaluate applications for undergraduate admission as a member of the Seasonal Reader-International Applications team and recommend admission decisions in accordance with guidelines set by federal, state, and institutional policies.
• Assess academic preparedness for CU Boulder by evaluating high school and college transcripts, school profile, educational context/environment, quality of coursework, and standardized test scores.
• Evaluate international credentials in their national/international context, determine equivalencies, and apply this information to the comprehensive application review process.
• Review recommendation letters to evaluate academic potential, work habits, and character.
• Review essays to evaluate special circumstances, life experiences and dedication to the diversity of the CU Boulder community.
• Evaluate the time and talent required of various extracurricular activities, leadership, and work experiences. Assess the quality and depth of these experiences.
• Communicate efficiently with full-time Admissions staff regarding applicants, as appropriate.
• Meet weekly quotas for reading expectations.
• May evaluate and interpret prerequisite course requirements for transfer applicants. Develop expertise in the transfer admission criteria with a specific focus on assessing whether an applicant has completed vital prerequisites for their program of interest.
• May evaluate eligible applicants for scholarship consideration.

• This position will work remote. Hours per week will range from 5-10 during non-peak times and 20-30 hours during peak reading periods.
• Peak reading times are likely to be early-November through late January.
• Duration of employment is expected to be mid September-March.

• The hourly pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00.

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

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• A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• Knowledge of and/or experience of working students from a diverse set of backgrounds, including nonnative speakers of English, international students and students with international coursework, underrepresented students, and first-generation students.
• Previous experience reading international applications.