Domestic Admissions Reviewer

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Comprehensive Review and Non-Resident Recruitment, the incumbent is responsible for the evaluation and analysis of academic records and an array of personal information from individuals applying for undergraduate first‑year admission. The incumbent will interpret and apply a wide variety of complex faculty‑approved policies to determine an applicant’s UC eligibility, complete a holistic assessment, and determine if an applicant has met the UC selection criteria to be admitted.

Training will be provided prior to the start of the current application review cycle.

• Budgeted Salary: $3.00 per application

• Benefits Level Eligibility:
None

• Schedule Information: 0% (BYA), Mon‑Fri, Day shift

• Employee Classification:
Limited appointment

• Job

Start Date:

10/1/2026

• Job End Date: 02/28/2027

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Work Location:

Remote

• Eligibility Assessment (50%)
  Uses extensive knowledge of department requirements and applicant pool to assess applicants’ overall record and experience. Analyzes application materials to determine complete educational history; determines UC eligibility status.
• Guideline Application (30%)
  Interprets and applies complex UC faculty‑approved guidelines for first‑year admission.
• Reference and Research (10%)
  Uses reference materials such as UC A‑G lists, California course databases, and ASSIST.
• Training (10%)
  Completes training and norming sessions related to the review process.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Accurate interpretation of academic and administrative policies.
• Research and analytical skills to draw appropriate conclusions.
• Proficiency with web‑based applications for data entry and analysis.
• Judgment and discretion with sensitive records.
• Ability to work independently and set priorities.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, databases, email, and web research tools.

• Knowledge of Slate system and other student‑information systems.
• Knowledge of UC admissions practices.

• Pass a pre‑employment criminal background check.
• Pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Work long periods at a computer.
• Remote work requires a home office, internet, computer and compliance with the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Variable schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Complete training within specified time frames, including UC compliance training.
• Maintain professional appearance and conduct.
• Provide own computer, internet, and office equipment.
• Comply with all UC, UCSC, and Office of Admissions policies.
• Attend weeklong virtual training (Nov 12, 13 & 16 9 am‑4 pm, Zoom with cameras on).
• Comply with UC vaccination policy.
• Exercise discretion in managing sensitive information and safeguarding data.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy.