Application Processor; Domestic Intermittent

The Office of Admissions has an outstanding opportunity for multiple seasonal application processors to join their team.

Reporting to the Assistant Director for First-Year Processing, the application processor is responsible for assisting with the processing of over 60,000 first-year applications for the Autumn 2027 First-Year class. Application Processors must be able to learn quickly and manage a large workload with speed and accuracy, while adhering to and upholding University of Washington’s policy on confidentiality.

The mission of the Undergraduate Office of Admission is to attract and enroll talented and diverse students in order to help create an intellectually and culturally vibrant student body. The values of the University – integrity, diversity, excellence, collaboration, innovation and respect – are exemplified by the Office of Admissions.

There will be approximately three weeks of fast paced, intensive remote training. Specialized training may be provided as deemed necessary. Selected candidates for this position would be expected to work independently, as well as complete repetitive and detailed procedures with speed and accuracy. Work will be continually reviewed to verify consistent implementation of procedures.

Candidates will work remotely, but closely with Office of Admissions staff and must make a commitment for the entire duration of the assignment, October 19 through January 29 or as dictated by workload demands. Processors will be required to pick up and transport technology equipment (laptop, charger, monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.) from UW Seattle the week prior to October 19.

The Office of Admissions (virtual) is open Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays*. Consistent attendance is required.

• Training schedule (6hr/day):
  Monday, October 19 – Friday, Nov 6
  -8am to 3pm

• Work schedule* (8hr/day):
  Monday, Nov 9 – Friday, Jan 29- 8am to 5pm

Application Processors will work closely with the Domestic First-Year Admissions team to process first-year applications:

• Review and accurately enter applicant data

• Process 150+ applications per day

• Verify that files are complete for admission review

• Evaluate applications for minimum requirements and calculate GPAs

• Participate in online training activities and discussions via Microsoft Teams

• Other duties as assigned, which may include matching/attaching transcripts to Slate CRM, reading and responding to emails, data checking, etc.

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

• High school graduation or GED equivalent

• One year of admissions or registrar’s office experience, or one year’s college education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Familiarity with course grades and GPA calculation, such as U.S. high school/college systems

• Ability to embrace constant change with flexibility

• Intermediate computer literacy

• Candidate must be able to travel to UW Seattle campus for equipment pick up and return. Pick up will be the week prior to start date (Oct 12-16) between 10am – 4pm, and return will be expected within 2 weeks of the completion of their assignment.

• Candidate must work within Pacific Time Zone hours

$21.70 hourly

$23.27 hourly