Part-Time Remote Admissions Application Readers

<h2>Overview</h2> <p>The Macalester College Admissions Office seeks multiple Seasonal Remote Application Readers to support our full-time staff in the application review process for our upcoming application rounds. This position supports full-time staff in reviewing and evaluating admissions applications by assessing candidate materials while synthesizing and writing succinct and informative comments to be shared with the Admissions Committee. Candidates are encouraged to carefully review the description below and include a preference of schedule and availability clearly in their application materials. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong><em>This position is entirely remote. There are no in-person working hours or assignments. Candidates are expected to work from within the United States and be able to provide their own computer with reliable internet access and audio/video capabilities.</em></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><em>The position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.</em></p> <p><strong>About The Department: </strong>At Macalester, we are guided by our core values of academic excellence, internationalism, multiculturalism, and civic engagement. We believe in the transformative power of a liberal arts education that prepares students to flourish in a complex, interconnected world and to make a positive difference in their communities. </p> <h2>Responsibilities</h2> <p>Through the committee-based evaluation model, Seasonal Remote Application Readers will work alongside full-time staff via Zoom to:</p> <ul> <li>Evaluate applications for admission according to the standards set by the Admissions Office</li> <li>Analyze applicants' high school curriculum, academic performance record, extracurricular involvements, and potential to contribute to the Macalester community</li> <li>Synthesize, write and edit a short narrative summary of the candidate’s application</li> <li>Ensure timely completion of application reviews within established timelines</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Scheduling Requirements:</strong></p> <p>Candidates are expected to work 14-28 hours per week from November until January 30, as well as training and onboarding the week of October 27th. Application readers work full-day shifts between 9:00am CST – 5:00pm CST up to four days per week. All candidates hired for this position will be offered five weeks of work in 2025 and four weeks of work in 2026. </p> <p> </p> <p>Application volume and demand for admissions application readers is subject to change and influence available hours beyond the above guarantee.<strong> Strong preference will be given to candidates with work availability between 9:00am CST – 5:00pm CST on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. </strong></p> <p> </p> <h2>Qualifications</h2> <p>It is expected that an employee in this role: </p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree.</li> <li>Have an appreciation for the value of a liberal arts education.</li> <li>Possess knowledge of the overall landscape of selective higher education.</li> <li>Exercise a high level of discretion and sensitive judgement and must be able to utilize a background of professional knowledge and experience to interpret guidelines which will apply to a large, complex, detailed array of objective and subjective information. All information is highly sensitive and confidential.</li> <li>Demonstrate a high proficiency with technology and web-based applications as all applicant files are reviewed electronically via an online platform.</li> <li>Have access to a home workspace, including a personal computer with up-to-date security and internet browser, access to reliable internet and audio/video capabilities.</li> <li>Demonstrate a commitment to Macalester’s mission and values.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Preferred qualifications include:</p> <ul> <li>Direct experience as a student or staff member at a highly selective liberal arts college.</li> <li>Direct experience working in college access, college admissions, and/or college counseling.</li> <li>Possess knowledge of and/or sensitivity to issues related to the multiple identities students come with and may write about in their application.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Candidates may not be: Concurrently employed by or enrolled as a student at Macalester. Concurrently reading applications for another college or university. Working as an independent admissions counselor/consultant.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Compensation:</strong></p> <p>The hourly wage for this position will be as follows: </p> <p> </p> <p>Tier 1: New Hire Rate: $20.40</p> <p>Tier 2: 1 Year Returning Rate: $20.60</p> <p>Tier 3: 2+ Year Returning Rate:$21.22</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Application Guidelines:</strong></p> <p>For best consideration, please submit your cover letter, resume, and availability through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by <strong>September 14, 2025.</strong> No applications will be received after this date.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Jaclyn Howard</strong></p> <p><strong>Talent Acquisition Manager</strong></p> <p><strong>jhoward3@Macalester.edu</strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong><em>The position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.</em></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><em>Macalester is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from everyone who would add richness to our community, including people of color, individuals with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA+ individuals.</em></p> <p> </p> <h2>Macalester College - Institutional Overview</h2> <p>Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.</p> <p>At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals.  Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. </p> <p>Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.</p>

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