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Position: Admissions Reader (Admissions & Joint Degree Programs)Admissions Reader (Admissions & Joint Degree Programs)We are seeking an Admissions Reader . Reporting to the Director of Admissions, the Reader will be responsible for written summation and evaluation of Master of Arts and Master of International Public Policy applications for admission during the reading season (October through March). The position is to be paid as unit pay with details discussed during the interviewing process. The expected number of hours will range from 5–15 hours per week, with the highest workload occurring during the months of January and February each year.All work is performed remotely. Term of employment begins in early October 2025 and expected to end in March 2026.Specific Duties & Responsibilities• Ability to commit up to 15 hours/week.• Attend training sessions regarding the reading process.• Full participation in the application reading cycle.• Reading materials online either in the office or at home.• Availability to attend meetings during office hours.• Inclusion in the post-reading committee review.• Information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.Special Instructions• Works collaboratively and regularly with admissions team.• Reader will be required to complete confidentiality forms, as well as participate in any staff-wide professional development meetings.• Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Johns Hopkins University. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities• Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Word, OnBase).• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.• Ability to work effectively with admissions staff members.• Sensitivity to the needs of differing groups of students.• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of diverse populations.Minimum Qualifications• Bachelor's Degree.• Some related experience with higher education.• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.Preferred Qualifications• Some experience with higher education, especially the evaluation of undergraduate or graduate applications is preferred, but not required.• Familiarity with Johns Hopkins SAIS and/or other APSIA member graduate schools for international affairs.Classified Details• ClassifiedTitle:Admissions Reader• Role/Level/Range: ACRO 37.5/02/CE• Starting Salary Range: $19.75 - $35.35 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)• Employee group:Casual / On Call• Schedule:Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm• FLSA Status:Non-Exempt• Location:Remote• Department name:Admissions and Joint Degree Programs• Personnel area: SAISTotal Rewards text was included in the original description and has been omitted here to maintain the specified allowed tags. The salary range and benefits are provided above where applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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