File Reviewer - Temporary - Princeton University : Job Details

Overview

The Office of the Dean of the Graduate School is seeking two temporary candidates to assist the Associate Deans for Academic Affairs with the seasonal review of academic materials related to graduate admission. One candidate will be assigned to materials related to the humanities and social sciences divisions, and one candidate will be assigned to materials related to the natural sciences and engineering divisions.

Most work is expected to be conducted remotely but candidates must be available for occasional onsite commitments and meetings.

Extensive mandatory (paid) training is required for approximately 40 hours during the month of December 2024. The projected time commitment from early January through early March is 30 hours per week.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.

Final candidates will be required to complete a background check.

Responsibilities

General responsibilities include reviewing transcripts and other materials in preparation for evaluation by the Associate Deans for Academic Affairs. The work is time sensitive and requires reviewing a high volume of materials in a timely manner.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required

* Experience handling sensitive and confidential materials, data, and information with discretion.

* Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

* Access to high-speed internet and a private reading space

* Proficiency with personal computer office applications, email, and internet, as well as web-based communications (e.g. Outlook, Zoom, etc.)

* Ability to read quickly, carefully, and objectively

* Strong notetaking, writing, and assessment skills

* Careful attention to detail

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and adapt to changes

* Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives

* Having a secure, password-protected, high-speed internet connection that meets our Office of Information Technology expectations is required.

Given the highly sensitive nature of the role, we cannot consider:

* Individuals related to an applicant seeking admission to graduate school (regardless of whether the candidate is applying to Princeton).

* Employees or volunteers for any other colleges or universities.

* College admission professionals and/or independent college consultants.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Previous work experience in higher education or academic administration preferred

* Previous experience with academic materials preferred

* Knowledge of/familiarity with Slate

Be advised that you will be contacted only if there is further interest in your application. Your candidate dashboard may not display status updates for this requisition.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Standard Weekly Hours

0.00

Work Schedule, If Other Than Standard Hours

Some weekend availability required.

Eligible for Overtime

Yes

Benefits Eligible

No

Probationary Period

N/A

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Estimated Appointment End Date

3/15/2025

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No

Valid Driver's License Required

No

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