[Remote] Seasonal Application Reader – Undergraduate Admission – Office of the Provost

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Carnegie Mellon University is one of America’s leading universities, emphasizing a holistic admission process to select students who contribute to the community. The Office of Undergraduate Admission is hiring seasonal application readers to evaluate application materials thoroughly and assist in enrolling a qualified class while achieving efficiency goals in application reviews. Responsibilities • Readers will thoroughly and holistically evaluate application materials, helping to enroll an academically and artistically qualified class. • Readers will also complete assigned readings/articles/materials to ensure adequate knowledge of current and historical admission/higher education information. Skills • Prior admission/recruiting and/or secondary education experience • Ability to attend weekly staff meetings via zoom and in-person training in Pittsburgh in late October and early November • Commitment to confidentiality and discretion regarding Carnegie Mellon’s application review process and applicant information • Access to a personal computer, and reliable, secure, high speed internet • A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered • Proven excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and organizational skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong time management, organizational, and critical thinking skills, as well as independent initiative • Attention to detail and ability to synthesize information and recognize/distill critical information • Successful pre-employment background check • Advising or work with a community-based organization advancing education and career opportunities • Experience advocating for students from historically underrepresented backgrounds • Experience with selective and holistic college admission • Proficiency with Gmail, the Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, VPN, and experience with enrollment management software platforms such as Slate by Technolutions • Experience reviewing international applicants, familiarity with international curricula and non-US based national curricula, or an eagerness to learn about and understand various educational systems around the world Education Requirements • Bachelor’s degree Benefits • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance • A generous retirement savings program with employer contributions • Tuition benefits • Ample paid time off and observed holidays • Life and accidental death and disability insurance • A free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass • Access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs • Fitness center access Company Overview • Carnegie Mellon University is a private research university that offers degrees in technology, arts, and various other fields. It was founded in 1900, and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.cmu.edu. Company H1B Sponsorship • Carnegie Mellon University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 69 in 2025, 136 in 2024, 152 in 2023, 133 in 2022, 120 in 2021, 99 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job