Job Summary:

Selected candidate will read and evaluate admission essays and resumes related to the Pre-Business application for the Undergraduate Business Program from a remote work environment. Through provided remote training, the selected candidate is expected to develop a thorough understanding of the Pre-Business application and expectations with respect to evaluation and admission decision determinations. Using a CRM platform from a remote work environment, the selected candidate will make evaluation notations in a timely and consistent way. The application reader is expected to join full-time staff in early June for admission decision determinations from a remote location or in-person.

Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of duties involving the review, analysis, assessment, and processing of admissions applications in accordance with University guidelines, policies, and procedures.

• 90% Conducts comprehensive application review and selection for assigned programs
• 10% Participate in training sessions, final decision process for selection of Pre-Business admits, and work collaboratively with the Undergraduate Business Admissions team for process improvements.

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Education:

Required
Bachelor's Degree

Qualifications:

Required (including Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience):

• At least 1 year of professional experience required in one or more of the following areas: college admissions and recruitment, academic affairs, student services, corporate recruitment, management.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a selective admissions role or other related field preferred.
• Ability to independently monitor timelines and to initiate tasks to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to work with high levels of accuracy and consistency over time with respect to evaluation.
• Ability to work with discretion regarding confidential personal data.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to utilize online collaboration tools and evaluate applications via multiple online platforms.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

Work Schedule:

This position is anticipated to start on March 6, 2023

Required participation to a 4-hour training session on a date to be determined between March 6 - 17, 2023
Read applications between March 20 and May 26, 2023
Read applications for approx. 10.5 hours per week
Required participation to an approx. 8-hour final selection meeting in early June 2023 after reading has concluded

Work Type:

It is anticipated this position will be remote and requires work be performed at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended based on need and/or funding.

Salary:

Minimum $19.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Diversity and inclusion are primary values for the Wisconsin School of Business and are integral to achieving our strategic goals. We seek candidates with an awareness of and commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion across all spectrums. Our school is committed to continuously increasing the cultural competence of its staff and faculty members through school-wide forums and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply:

Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter addressing your qualifications and experiences specifically relating to the responsibilities of this position as described along with a comprehensive resume.

Our search committee will review all application materials after the posted deadline. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. We will notify all applicants once the search is completed and we have selected a top candidate. As applicants move on to next steps in the process, they will be asked to provide names and contact information (e-mail address, phone number, and mailing address) of at least three references.

Contact:

Rima Okbazghi
okbazghi@wisc.edu
608-262-2810
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Application Review Specialist(AE068)

Department(s):

A128100-WISCONSIN SCH OF BUSINESS/UNDERGRADUATE PROG OFFICE

Employment Class:

Temporary Employment

Job Number:

271099-CL

The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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