University of California, Berkeley
Transfer External Reader (4511U), Undergraduate Admissions - 73774
University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Transfer External Reader (4511U), Undergraduate Admissions - 73774
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners.
Departmental Overview
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions must provide a fair opportunity for every applicant to obtain admission to the University, operate in a professional manner that ensures positive staff morale and values hard work and dedication, communicate and collaborate effectively, present a coordinated effort to standardize procedures and document best practices, offer a variety of methods for professional development, and provide first class customer service in a cost-effective and transparent manner.
Transfer External Readers are trained to independently review applications for admission at the transfer level. The External Reader uses professional judgment and a comprehensive knowledge of educational processes gained through training sessions led by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, including knowledge of coursework from educational systems, as well as assessment educational experiences, in evaluating an applicant for admission. External Readers are expected to perform with a high level of integrity and professionalism, often reviewing and interpreting complicated and/or sensitive information.
ResponsibilitiesPerform a comprehensive evaluation of all available applicant information for domestic and international transfer undergraduate applications, encompassing academic, geographic, talent, extraordinary circumstances, school, and family context, and personal achievement factors.Assess applicants for motivation, initiative, leadership potential, work/life experience, extracurricular activities, socioeconomic status, disabilities, and educational/personal hardship.Evaluate college-level coursework, transcripts, and international records for eligibility; perform course-by-course evaluations for transfer credit.Attend and participate in all training and norming sessions; support Office of Undergraduate Admissions goals for reader competence and process effectiveness by contributing to group discussions on sample applications.Use professional judgment to review complex applications for admission recommendations to the University.Acquire and maintain knowledge of systems used for the reading process, including Slate, UC Review, ASSIST, TES, Google Suite, Slack and UC specific tools.Required QualificationsAbility to interpret and communicate University policies and procedures to prospective students and the public.Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of and/or ability to learn academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges/universities and specifically at UC, and/or specific colleges and schools.Knowledge of and/or sensitivity to issues related to the multiple identities students come with and may write about in their application.Working knowledge of and/or ability to learn academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs at UC Berkeley.Thorough knowledge of secondary school policies and practices, particularly as related to curriculum, standardized testing, extracurricular activities, transcript issues, etc.Ability to read and score applications online.Must maintain awareness of own scoring patterns in relation to normed scoring patterns, and adjust scoring practices as required.Must demonstrate a high level of discretion and sensitive judgment.Must attend norming and training sessions, meet workload deadlines and work independently.Candidates need to be adept at setting up a home office with internet access and have the ability to problem-solve a variety of issues independently.Candidates must have a personal computer with up-to-date security and internet browsers.Successful candidates must demonstrate a high proficiency with technology and web-based applications.Working knowledge of post-secondary course transferability policies from California Community Colleges, Four-year Universities, and International university curricula.Advanced communication, analytics, time management, decision-making and interpersonal skills.Education/Training:Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience as a UC Berkeley undergraduate application reader, or an application reader for another institution or program, or equivalent experience/training.Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's
Compensation & Benefits
website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $26.00 - $28.00.This is a 2-month, limited (temporary) position.This position is 50% non-exempt and paid bi-weekly.This is a remote-friendly position, eligible for 100% remote capability.How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Other InformationThis is not a visa opportunity.This recruitment is a pool and has 20 openings.This position is eligible for up to 100% remote work.Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities.Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal 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, or protected veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners.
Departmental Overview
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions must provide a fair opportunity for every applicant to obtain admission to the University, operate in a professional manner that ensures positive staff morale and values hard work and dedication, communicate and collaborate effectively, present a coordinated effort to standardize procedures and document best practices, offer a variety of methods for professional development, and provide first class customer service in a cost-effective and transparent manner.
Transfer External Readers are trained to independently review applications for admission at the transfer level. The External Reader uses professional judgment and a comprehensive knowledge of educational processes gained through training sessions led by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, including knowledge of coursework from educational systems, as well as assessment educational experiences, in evaluating an applicant for admission. External Readers are expected to perform with a high level of integrity and professionalism, often reviewing and interpreting complicated and/or sensitive information.
ResponsibilitiesPerform a comprehensive evaluation of all available applicant information for domestic and international transfer undergraduate applications, encompassing academic, geographic, talent, extraordinary circumstances, school, and family context, and personal achievement factors.Assess applicants for motivation, initiative, leadership potential, work/life experience, extracurricular activities, socioeconomic status, disabilities, and educational/personal hardship.Evaluate college-level coursework, transcripts, and international records for eligibility; perform course-by-course evaluations for transfer credit.Attend and participate in all training and norming sessions; support Office of Undergraduate Admissions goals for reader competence and process effectiveness by contributing to group discussions on sample applications.Use professional judgment to review complex applications for admission recommendations to the University.Acquire and maintain knowledge of systems used for the reading process, including Slate, UC Review, ASSIST, TES, Google Suite, Slack and UC specific tools.Required QualificationsAbility to interpret and communicate University policies and procedures to prospective students and the public.Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of and/or ability to learn academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges/universities and specifically at UC, and/or specific colleges and schools.Knowledge of and/or sensitivity to issues related to the multiple identities students come with and may write about in their application.Working knowledge of and/or ability to learn academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs at UC Berkeley.Thorough knowledge of secondary school policies and practices, particularly as related to curriculum, standardized testing, extracurricular activities, transcript issues, etc.Ability to read and score applications online.Must maintain awareness of own scoring patterns in relation to normed scoring patterns, and adjust scoring practices as required.Must demonstrate a high level of discretion and sensitive judgment.Must attend norming and training sessions, meet workload deadlines and work independently.Candidates need to be adept at setting up a home office with internet access and have the ability to problem-solve a variety of issues independently.Candidates must have a personal computer with up-to-date security and internet browsers.Successful candidates must demonstrate a high proficiency with technology and web-based applications.Working knowledge of post-secondary course transferability policies from California Community Colleges, Four-year Universities, and International university curricula.Advanced communication, analytics, time management, decision-making and interpersonal skills.Education/Training:Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience as a UC Berkeley undergraduate application reader, or an application reader for another institution or program, or equivalent experience/training.Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's
Compensation & Benefits
website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $26.00 - $28.00.This is a 2-month, limited (temporary) position.This position is 50% non-exempt and paid bi-weekly.This is a remote-friendly position, eligible for 100% remote capability.How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Other InformationThis is not a visa opportunity.This recruitment is a pool and has 20 openings.This position is eligible for up to 100% remote work.Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities.Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal 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, or protected veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr