• Job Description

  Req#: JR00092208

  University Overview

  The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

  Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

  Posted Job Title

  Temporary Admissions Application Reader - Penn Engineering Online

  Job Profile Title

  Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

  Job Description Summary

  The Admissions Readers will review documentation and evaluate graduate program applications using a rubric.

  Job Description

  The Admissions Readers will:

  • Evaluate at least 40 applications for Early and Regular Admission cycles and meet application review deadlines.

  • Use the Reader Handbook to make accurate assessments on whether or not an application meets Penn Engineering Online guidelines and requirements.

  • Use Slate to comment on potential issues with an application and to give the final assessment of the application following the guidelines given in the Reader Handbook.

  • Keep an accurate count of applications evaluated and hours worked.

  • Stay in active communication with the Operations Manager.

  Qualifications:

  Bachelor's degree and at least one year of data entry experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  Strong attention to detail

  Excellent time management skills and ability to work in a deadline driven environment

  Great written communication skills

  Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently with little to no supervision

  Strong organizational skills

  Comfortable with using computer programs and Google Suite

  Previous experience in Higher Education or Admissions preferred

  Job Location - City, State

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

  Department / School

  School of Engineering and Applied Science

  Pay Range

  $7.25 - $50.00 Hourly Rate

  Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

  Affirmative Action Statement
  Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

  Special Requirements
  Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

• About the company

  The University of Pennsylvania is a private Ivy League research university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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