Admissions Reader

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Salary Range

$55,000.00 - $85,000.00

Overview

The Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) is seeking a part time Admission Reader. Reporting to the Director of Admissions, this individual will be responsible for the review and evaluation of applications based on a variety of factors that determine if an applicant is qualified for admission to YSPH. The reader will provide a written assessment of each applicant and will be called upon to present to the admissions staff about applicants and the reasons for a decision. Decisions are rendered by multiple readers so the reader will have support and information from admissions staff. The reader should be able to work independently, pay attention to detail, assess components of an application as they relate to admission criteria. This position can be performed remotely and will require 10-15 hours per week. Training will be provided prior to completing reviews and will continue throughout the cycle.

Required Skills & Abilities :

Ability to read and assess applications adhering to admission criteria Ability to provide written summary of applicant's qualifications Ability to work independently Attention to detail Strong time management skills with attention to admissions timeline

Preferred : Prior experience with the admissions process.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Evaluates all admissions applications, interviews prospective applicants, and independently assesses each application against a variety of factors, including the applicant's strength, weaknesses and potential contribution to the Yale community. Determines applicant's standing within local, national and international applicant pools. 2. Presents applicant recommendations to admissions committee. Briefs admissions committee about applicants and about schools and geographical regions as they relate to evaluation of applicant files. Determines which applicants will be waitlisted 3. Develops public presentations designed to promote Yale to prospective applicants. 4. Advises secondary school counselors, applicants and parents on the application process. 5. Coordinates alumni recruiting activities in assigned geographical areas. 6. Serves as a liaison with organizations and individuals involved in the admissions process. 7. May perform other duties assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree.

Job Posting Date

12 / 23 / 2025

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Academic Administration

Compensation Grade Profile

Admissions Officer (21)

Time Type

Part time

Duration Type

Temporary / Casual (Fixed Term)

Work Model

Remote

Location

37-55 College Street, New Haven, Connecticut

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role's grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

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