Seasonal Application Reader (Part-time, Hourly)

Description

Lafayette College, a highly selective, private liberal arts college of 2,700 undergraduates, located in the picturesque Lehigh Valley and the historic city of Easton, PA (just 75 minutes from both New York City and Philadelphia), plans to appoint an admissions professional to help lead the College’s effort to recruit, select and enroll new classes of students. Offering B.A. and B.S. degree programs in the liberal arts and engineering, Lafayette enjoys a distinctive reputation for having university-like resources within an intimate and increasingly dynamic and connected community. Lafayette is proud to be considered among the most compelling and successful colleges in the country. The successful candidate will play a key and active role in helping elevate Lafayette’s presence on the national and international stage.

General responsibilities for this position include:

● Attend training sessions and all application review meetings (during East Coast business hours)

● Holistically evaluate applications (including transcripts, recommendations and essays) and submit assessments

● Make recommendations on decisions

● Participate in committee review, presenting their applications

● Maintain regular contact with their assigned Second Reader and be willing to accept feedback

● Perform other duties, as needed

Work begins in early November and concludes in late March. In order to meet weekly reading goals, the Seasonal Reader must be able to spend 15-30 hours per week. An application load could be up to 400 applications; however, it is more likely to be 200-300. This is a part-time, non-benefits eligible position, with the opportunity to return each year. 

 

 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree is required. Excellent communication, time management, decision-making, and organizational skills are expected, as well as the ability to work individually and as part of a team. Must be able to keep pace, be responsive to deadlines and feedback, and work well under pressure. Demonstration of a commitment to diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and cultural awareness is essential. A high level of energy and an excitement for young people and their aspirations for college are critical components to being successful in this role. The seasonal reader must have access to a private space with high-speed internet. As an alternative to working from home, the reader may choose to work in the Admissions Operations office.  A laptop computer will be provided.

 

Preferred Experience:

● reviewing applications as part of a selective admissions process

● knowledge of Slate

● within one hour’s drive from Easton, PA 

 

Application Instructions

Please provide a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Lafayette College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, religion, age, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in its educational programs and activities, admissions, or employment as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of sex); the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of disability); Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national origin); and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (which requires that the College not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin); and other applicable laws and College policies.