Part-Time Application Reader, Undergraduate Admissions

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Engage in remote work for 20–40 hours weekly from mid-October to mid-March throughout the 2026–2027 admissions cycle.

• Participate in comprehensive training sessions conducted by the admissions team.

• Conduct in-depth evaluations of first-year applicants’ information, which includes academic criteria, extracurricular activities, essays, recommendations, and supplementary materials.

• Take into account each student's background during the application assessment process.

• Assist in the preparation of files for the transfer review procedure.

• Undertake optional projects aligned with evaluation and selection requirements.

• Communicate as required with the admissions reader management team.

• Achieve weekly numerical targets for the number of files reviewed.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree is required.

• At least one year of relevant experience is necessary.

• Additional education may be considered as a substitute for the required experience, and extra relevant experience may replace the need for further education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, in line with the JHU equivalency formula.

• Familiarity with both domestic and international high school transcripts and curricula is preferred.

• Strong analytical and reading abilities are essential.

• Capability to work independently while also knowing when to seek clarification.

• Excellent organizational skills and time management are crucial.

• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines, including weekly numerical targets for files reviewed.

• Maintain consistent communication with the admissions reader management team.

• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism regarding the application review process and candidate information is mandatory.

• A private computer, appropriate workspace, and reliable internet access are required.

• Current CBO, independent school, or admissions counselors are not eligible due to potential conflicts of interest.

• Applicants with a child currently applying to college are disqualified.

• Successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

🏝️ Benefits

• Seasonal readers will receive an extensive training program led by admissions personnel.

• Additional optional projects may be available for those interested.

• Applicants who are in their final academic semester/quarter may be considered eligible.

• Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive rewards package that supports employees' health, life, career, and retirement needs.

• Seasonal flu vaccinations will be provided, with exceptions made for religious or medical reasons.

• Required vaccinations for relevant positions will be administered at no cost in the Occupational Health office.

• Workplace accommodations are available during the pre-employment phase.