Temporary Admission Reader (4 Positions)

Position Information

Posting Number SF02194 Job Title Temporary Admission Reader (4 Positions) Position Number N/A - Internal Payroll FTE 4.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union No Response Pay Grade Level Grade: N/A Pay Grade Range $29.00 (Hourly) Status Academic Year, Part-time, Limited

Department Information

Department Undergraduate Admission Contact(s)

Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)

Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded Extension Contingency Notes

Temporary employees are under the University's internal payroll system and are non-state, non-union, non-benefited positions, where the incumbent is at-will and may be subject to termination at any time.

All temporary workers are required to successfully complete a background check in accordance with the standards applicable to regular employees in comparable positions. Background check requirements will be determined based on the scope of work, level of access, and associated risk of the role.

Job Description Summary

POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide temporary, seasonal support for undergraduate application review during peak admission cycles. Review and evaluate applications for undergraduate admission in accordance with University admission policies, procedures, and established review guidelines. Conduct holistic and consistent evaluations of applicants and recommend admission decisions. Manage time effectively to meet established expectations for productivity, accuracy, and completion deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and assess undergraduate applications, including academic records, transcripts, application materials, essays, recommendations, and other relevant information.
• Learn, understand, and consistently apply University admission policies, procedures, and application-review guidelines.
• Conduct holistic reviews and recommend admission decisions in accordance with established University practices and parameters.
• Meet established application-reading goals and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Participate in required training, calibration exercises, and periodic review of reading practices.
• Identify and elevate complex, unusual, or challenging applications to the designated admission staff member for additional review.
• Document application evaluations and recommendations accurately and completely in the University's admission system.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of applicant information, University records, and internal admission procedures and practices.
• Communicate promptly with the supervisor regarding questions, scheduling issues, or circumstances that may affect the timely completion of assigned reviews.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform other related duties in support of seasonal application review, as assigned.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers and printers; word-processing, spreadsheet, videoconferencing, and web-based database and application-management systems.

Required Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

1. Bachelor's degree.

2. Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex information, exercise sound judgment, and make consistent recommendations.

3. Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet established productivity goals and deadlines.

4. Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to follow established policies, procedures, and evaluation guidelines.

5. Demonstrated ability to maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive information.

6. Proficiency with technology and web-based applications and the ability to learn new systems.

7. Availability to work a minimum of 10 hours per week from October 2026 through January 2027.

8. Availability to attend a required full-day training session on Friday, October 2, 2026.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

1. Experience reviewing or evaluating undergraduate applications for admission.

2. Experience in higher education, undergraduate admission, secondary school counseling, or a related field.

3. Availability to work up to 15 hours per week in November and 20 or more hours per week in December.

Environmental Conditions

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Posting Date 08/27/2026 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:

(#1) Cover letter.

(#2) Resume.

(#3) "Other Document-References - the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16983