Pre-College Seasonal Reader

Job Description:

Position Purpose

The Pre-College Seasonal Reader will review and make admission decisions on applications submitted by students applying to Brown Pre-College Programs. All reading and reviews are web based and completed remotely on a flexible schedule.

The Seasonal Reader is expected to commit 15-20 hours per week between early December and early May. The Reader is expected to review a minimum of 140 applications per week. The Seasonal Reader will need to complete technical training on using the Decision Module within Salesforce. The same training will also cover criteria used when reviewing Pre-College applications. A loaner laptop will be provided by the Division.

Weekly check-in’s will be scheduled with admissions staff to discuss the pipeline volume, set targets and go over any questions or concerns from the prior week. Meetings will be via Zoom or a similar teleconferencing tool.

Major Tasks

• Reads Pre-College applications, including transcripts, recommendation letters, English proficiency materials, and other provided documents, to determine admissibility into Brown’s Pre-College Programs.

• Uses established admission criteria to admit, request additional material, or send a file to the Second Review Committee.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Admission experience preferred.

• Knowledge of both Brown University and Brown’s Pre-College Programs is preferred.

• Well-developed computer skills and analytical abilities are essential.

BACKGROUND CHECK: All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-10-31

Job Posting Title:

Pre-College Seasonal Reader

Department:

Pre-College & Undergraduate Programs

Grade:

Ungraded Staff

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Position Work Location:

Remote Eligible

 

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

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