Course Support Specialist
John Hopkins University
Application Reader, Admissions and Financial Aid
John Hopkins University
part-time
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Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $20 - $35 per hour
Job Level
Junior
About the role
- Support the Admissions Office and perform application reviews throughout the recruitment cycle(s).
- Participate in a thorough training process led by admissions staff.
- After training, support initial review for first-year applicants for both domestic and international students.
- Review bio data, transcripts/tests, essays, resumes and recommendations for each applicant and provide a thorough bio summary and rankings.
- Complete evaluations in accordance with department/division standards and timelines.
- Meet strict deadlines and weekly numerical targets for files read.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Work 20-40 hours per week, mid-October through mid-March; remote work requiring a private computer and reliable internet.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree.
- One year of related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
- Some experience with higher education, especially the evaluation of undergraduate or graduate applications (preferred).
- Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Word, OnBase).
- Strong time management skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
- Ability to work effectively with admissions staff members.
- Sensitivity to the needs of differing groups of students.
- Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of diverse populations.
- Familiarity with high school transcripts and curricula, both domestic and international (preferred).
- Strong analytical and reading skills.
- Work well independently and ask questions when necessary.
- Ability to meet strict deadlines, including weekly numerical targets for files read.
- Demonstrate utmost level of confidentiality and professionalism regarding Johns Hopkins University application review process and applicant information.
- Must have a private computer and space to conduct file review, along with reliable internet.
- Current CBO, independent, school, or admissions counselors are NOT eligible to apply due to potential conflict of interest; also, cannot have a child currently applying to college.
- Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency: Application Processing and Management - Developing; Documentation Imaging and Management - Developing; Oral and Written Communications - Developing; Project Management - Developing; Stakeholder Engagement - Developing; Student Information Systems - Developing.
