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Job Requisition: JR100805 Outside Admission Reader-20 (Open) Job Posting Title: Outside Admission Reader-20 Job Family: Staff - Academic Program Administration No Of Openings: 20 Worker Sub Type: Wage-Temporary (requires end date - non-benefited) (Fixed Term) (Fixed Term) Job Requisition Primary Location: William & Mary Primary Job Posting Location: Admissions Job Description Summary: Provide a careful analysis and assessment of secondary school curricula, academic performance, standardized testing, essays, letters of recommendation, personal statements, and other applicant submissions to determine which students’ educational aspirations and abilities are closely aligned with the mission and goals of the university. Job Description: Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated ability to learn duties quickly, work independently with little supervision, and to read and write with proficiency. Demonstrates good organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Previous clerical experience dealing with large volumes of sensitive information and written materials. Proficient computer skills. Ability to read and synthesize large amounts of data quickly. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred. Prior experience in undergraduate admissions or high school college counseling. Prior experience with Slate or other customer relationship management system. Conditions of Employment: Must be available to work thirty to forty (30-40) hours per week between the months of October through April—depending on employment status and department needs: Returning Readers to begin on or after October 10 and may continue through April 24, depending on workload and the support needs of the department. Newly-hired Readers to begin on or after November 10 for training and may continue through April 24, depending on workload and the support needs of the department. Must have proficient computer skills, access to high-speed internet, and the ability to work independently on campus or remotely from home. Must have a dedicated home-work space with a personal computer and high-speed, reliable internet access as all work is conducted remotely for this position. While prior experience is preferred, in order to avoid any potential conflicts of interest, Outside Admission Readers may not be currently employed at another university or high school, nor be employed independently or with any organization that provides personal college counseling of any type. Out-of-state hires will be considered. Any commuting expenses are not reimbursed. This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position is a temporary (hourly) position not to exceed 6 months. All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed on average 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve-month period beginning May 1 each year. Additional Job Description: Advertised Salary Range: $20 per hour Qualifications: Pay Rate Type: Hourly Compensation Grade: H04 Recruiting Start Date: 2025-09-05 Review Date: Position Restrictions: Restricted Term EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) are vibrant, innovative and engaged communities and we are delighted about your interest in a career with us.

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