Seasonal Application Reader; Part Time

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The College also prohibits the harassment of any employee on any of these bases.

Location:

Claremont, CAJob Posting

Title:

Seasonal Application Reader (Part Time)
Job Details and Requirement:

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Seasonal Application Reader evaluates first-year applications for Claremont McKenna College's 2026–27 admission cycle as part of the Office of Admission's holistic, committee-based review. Working remotely in pairs with admission staff, the reader assesses each applicant's academic preparation, personal qualities, and potential to contribute to the CMC community. This is a temporary position from November 2026 through March 2027. Prior admission reading experience is preferred, but not required.

This is a fully remote position. The successful candidate must have access to a computer with high-speed internet access and must reside in California.

DESCRIPTION OF

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reporting to the Director of Admission, the Seasonal Application Reader performs the following essential duties and responsibilities:

Read and evaluate first-year applications in pairs with admission staff, using CMC's committee-based review process in Slate.

Read quickly and thoroughly, drawing sound conclusions from a large volume of information in a short time.

Write clear, concise summaries and recommendations for each application.

Apply CMC's mission and enrollment priorities consistently while remaining aware of personal biases.

Participate in reader training in November and periodic Zoom check-ins with admission staff.

Complete occasional application processing tasks in Slate as needed.

Maintain strict confidentiality of all applicant information and records.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

The successful candidate must also be able to perform the following essential functions:

Take and follow directions.

Work cooperatively with others.

Receive and apply feedback from admission staff.

Balance multiple tasks and priorities.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS &

SKILLS:

EDUCATION:

A bachelor's degree is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Experience reading applications in a holistic admission process is preferred.

Experience with Slate is preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Individual must possess knowledge, skills, and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Sound judgment and the ability to evaluate information fairly and consistently.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion, in accordance with College policy and applicable law.

Must be self-directed, with strong time management and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

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