DOMESTIC ADMISSIONS FRESHMAN REVIEWER
Company: University of California, Santa Cruz
Location: Grizzly Flats
Posted on: September 29, 2024
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JOB POSTING
Multiple positions available. Since
this is a BYA (By Agreement) classification, there is no
expectation for hours worked. Instead, there is an expected minimum
of 750 applications read and a maximum of 1700. Admissions Freshman
Reviewers are paid $2.80 per application. Admissions Freshman
Reviewers cannot be employed as a reader by more than one campus.
Must be able to attend the weeklong virtual training. The training
is tentatively set for the week of November 12 - November 15
(November 11th is a holiday). Trainings will require active
attention and participation in Zoom meetings with attendees'
cameras on. Outside of the required virtual training, staff are
free to work whatever schedule best fits their needs. Staff will
need to keep up with weekly reading quotas, but can create their
own working schedule. HOW TO APPLY For full consideration,
applicants should attach their resume and cover letter when
applying for a job opening. For guidance related to the application
process or if you are experiencing difficulties when applying,
please review the Applicant Resources on our Talent Acquisition
website.
- How to Apply Troubleshooting
- Tips for Applicants FAQ's INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD) Application
materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the
hiring unit for consideration. Materials submitted after the IRD
will ONLY be forwarded at the request of the hiring unit. To ensure
your application is routed for consideration, submit your materials
before 11:59 p.m. on the IRD. Talent Acquisition cannot accept
application materials outside of the jobs portal, and is unable to
update submitted applications on an applicant's behalf, or forward
communications to the hiring units. For more information about the
IRD and the applicant review process, view this link. The IRD for
this job is: 08-14-2024 ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ UC Santa Cruz is a
public university like no other in California, combining the
experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and
rigor of a major research university. It's known as an
unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part
of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today,
all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The Office of Undergraduate Admissions
generates, reviews, and processes in excess of 67,000 applications
and serves approximately 38,000 campus visitors each year. The
office has 44 career staff FTE, 45-50 part-time/temporary staff,
and 150 student staff. Staff works locally and regionally
throughout California and the nation. The office is part of
Enrollment Management, which includes Financial Aid and
Scholarships, Orientation, and Undergraduate Admissions. Enrollment
Management is part of the multi-faceted academic Division of
Undergraduate Education. Undergraduate Admissions, Enrollment
Management, and Undergraduate Education work closely with select
Academic Senate committees. Since its founding in 1965, the
University of California, Santa Cruz, has grown from 652 students
to nearly 19,000 students (2017-18) and earned international
distinction as a world university with high-impact research,
ranking 3rd in the world for research influence by Times Higher
Education, and among the top 50 universities in the world,
according to the U.S. News and World Report 2017 Best Global
Universities rankings. A campus with world-class facilities and one
of the most visually spectacular settings in higher education, UC
Santa Cruz offers rigorous academic programs and cutting-edge
research opportunities. At the core of our progressive educational
approach are our 10 distinctive residential colleges, which
organize the campus into smaller living/learning communities. More
information can be found at: https://admissions.ucsc.edu JOB
SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Associate Director of
Admissions -- Evaluations & Advising Services, the incumbent is
responsible for the evaluation and analysis of academic records and
an array of personal information from individuals applying for
undergraduate frosh admission to the University of California,
Santa Cruz. The incumbent will interpret and apply a wide variety
of complex faculty-approved policies to determine an applicant's UC
eligibility, complete an appropriate holistic assessment, and
determine if an applicant has met the UC Santa Cruz selection
criteria to be admitted to the campus. The incumbent will receive
training in the process of review of freshman applicants prior to
the start of the current application review cycle. APPOINTMENT
INFORMATION Budgeted Salary: $2.80 per application Benefits Level
Eligibility: None Schedule Information:
- By Agreement, Variable
- Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
- Shift Includes: Day, Night, Weekend Employee Classification:
Limited appointment Job End Date: 02/28/2025 Work Location: REMOTE
Union Representation: Non-Represented Job Code Classification:
ADMISSIONS EVALUATOR 3 (004511) Travel: Never or Rarely JOB DUTIES
50% - Eligibility Assessment
- Uses extensive knowledge of department requirements and
applicant pool, to assess applicants' overall record and experience
for final admissions determination and recommendation.
- Analyzes student application materials to determine complete
educational history.
- Determines UC eligibility status, including research concerning
accreditation, variant educational and grading systems, and
external collegiate coursework for its comparability to UC
coursework. 30% - Guideline Application
- Interprets and applies complex UC faculty-approved guidelines
governing undergraduate freshman admission. 10% - Reference and
Research
- Uses reference materials including but not limited to UC's high
school course agreements on the Doorways website, the UC California
course list database, and the California statewide articulation
database, ASSIST. 10% - Training
- Completes training and norming sessions related to the review
of freshman applicants seeking admission to the University of
California, Santa Cruz.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in related area or combination of equivalent
experience / training.
- Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student
population.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to make accurate and consistent
interpretations of a broad variety of academic and/or
administrative policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to research and analyze information and
come to appropriate conclusions, employing complex policies and
procedures.
- Experience in effectively using robust web-based and/or
networked applications to effectively input, access, and analyze
information critical to the daily functioning of the work
environment.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, particularly
in matters relative to sensitive or confidential student records,
personnel or organizational matters.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and set priorities
in the context of a full, multifaceted set of
responsibilities.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Knowledge and experience using standard computing tools
including Microsoft Office applications, on-line databases, email,
and web-based research tools PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Working knowledge of Oracle/PeopleSoft Campus Solutions system,
as well as other student-based computing environments.
- Knowledge of UC admissions practices and procedures.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment
criminal history background check.
- Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or
without accommodation.
- This is a fully remote position, and the selected candidate
must be able to work successfully from a home/remote office and be
able to fulfill the requirements of the UCSC telecommuting
agreement.
- Must provide own computer, internet access, and any other
office equipment required to complete the duties of the
position.
- Ability to work a variable schedule.
- Ability to work a variable schedule including evenings and
weekends.
- Must comply with all UC, UCSC, and Office of Admissions
policies and procedures.
- Selected candidate will be required to complete training within
established time frames as directed including UC compliance
training.
- Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working
in a professional setting.
- The University of California has implemented a Vaccination
Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are
required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the
University of California vaccine program. SAFETY STATEMENT All UCSC
employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend
required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at
work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and
injuries. NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY In compliance with the Jeanne
Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime
Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety
Report (ASFSR) is available at:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hUBiz3WS3zErEGOhSOu7KZZPzGkTwr_2/view?usp=sharing.
This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes
current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus
safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual
misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response
protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous
calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request
by contacting the UCSC Police Department at 114 Carriage House Rd.,
Santa Cruz, CA 95064, or by calling 831-459-2231 Ext. 1. EEO/AA The
University of California is an Equal Employment
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz
is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to
establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect
for the contributions of all students and employees. For the
University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit:
https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20 For the University of
California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit:
https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
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