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Posting Details
Position Information
Job Category
Casual Wage
Position Title
Part-Time Application Reader (Remote)
Full Time/Part Time
Part Time
Division
Admission and Financial Aid
Department
Admission
Hiring Wage/Salary Range
$25/hr
Department Statement
Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.
Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.
This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.
Accountabilities
Remote Part-Time Readers for the Colgate Office of Admission will provide critical support in the holistic assessment of Early and Regular Decision first-year applicants to the University. They will be asked to conduct a number of application-review tasks, which will primarily include computing and gathering quantitative data on applicants as well as conducting a holistic applicant review alongside a reading partner. Thorough training on all elements of Colgate's application review process will be conducted upon hire. Remote Part-Time Readers must be comfortable evaluating applicants in accordance with Colgate's mission as outlined in the Third-Century Plan and the standards of a highly selective liberal arts institution. In order to ensure efficient and high-quality application review, the ability to work accurately at a fast pace and to provide comprehensive and relevant summary comments is essential.
Requirements
Professional Experience/ Qualifications

• Must be available for a scheduled 20-25 hours Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm (EST) and occasional weekend assignments from mid-October through March 31.
• As remote employees, candidates must have their own computer and a stable internet connection.
• Competitive candidates will have strong math skills in addition to organizational and time management skills.
• Collaborative work experience and the ability to work with confidential information are essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Appreciation of the liberal arts philosophy and/or previous volunteer or employment experience in the liberal arts will be considered a plus.
• Knowledge of non-U.S. educational systems and curriculums with experience reviewing international credentials is recommended.

Education
A bachelor's degree is required, along with at least one year of experience with application review.
Physical Requirements
Other Information
Due to our remote work licenses, applicants must have a permanent residence in New York State or Virginia.
Remote arrangements such as this are reviewed regularly and are based on performance.
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number
2026CW031Posting
Temporary
Yes
Work Schedule
Must be available for 20-25 hours per week, Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm (EST) and occasional weekend assignments from mid-October through March 31.
Job Open Date
08/03/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
As an optional applicant document, please attach the names of three references (including phone numbers) or include with your resume.
To avoid any conflicts of interest, we will not consider candidates who have a personal or professional interaction with high school students. This includes but is not limited to: parents/guardians of high school junior or seniors; athletic coaches involved in recruitment of student-athletes; individuals who currently work with high school students as high school staff members; individuals who work for a testing agency; independent counselors or contractors; employees at another undergraduate institution.
EEO Statement
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
Clery Act
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.