International Admissions Freshman Reviewer

• Multiple positions available.
• Since this is a BYA (By Agreement) classification, there is no expectation for hours worked. Instead, there is an expected minimum of 500 applications read and a maximum of 1200.
• International Admissions Freshman Reviewers are paid $4.00 per application.
• Admissions Freshman Reviewers cannot be employed as a reader by more than one campus.
• Must be able to attend the weeklong virtual training. The training is tentatively set for the week of November 12-November 19 (November 11th is a holiday). This will consist of a general training from 11/12-11/15 and an additional training specifically for international readers on 11/18 and 11/19. Trainings will require active attention and participation in Zoom meetings with attendees' cameras on.
• Outside of the required virtual training, staff are free to work whatever schedule best fits their needs. Staff will need to keep up with weekly reading quotas, but can create their own working schedule.

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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

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The IRD for this job is: 07-17-2025

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions generates, reviews, and processes in excess of 67,000 applications and serves approximately 38,000 campus visitors each year. The office has 44 career staff FTE, 45-50 part-time/temporary staff, and 150 student staff. Staff work locally and regionally throughout California and the nation.

The office is part of Enrollment Management, which includes Financial Aid and Scholarships, Orientation and Undergraduate Admissions. Enrollment Management is part of the multi-faceted academic Division of Undergraduate Education. Undergraduate Admissions, Enrollment Management and Undergraduate Education work closely with select Academic Senate committees.

Since its founding in 1965, the University of California, Santa Cruz, has grown from 652 students to nearly 19,000 students (2017-18) and earned international distinction as a world university with high impact research, ranking 3rd in the world for research influence by Times Higher Education, and among the top 50 universities in the world, according to the U.S. News and World Report 2017 Best Global Universities rankings.

A campus with world-class facilities and one of the most visually spectacular settings in higher education, UC Santa Cruz offers rigorous academic programs and cutting-edge research opportunities. At the core of our progressive educational approach are our 10 distinctive residential colleges, which organize the campus into smaller living/learning communities.

More information can be found at https://admissions.ucsc.edu

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Admissions -- Evaluations & Advising Services, the incumbent is responsible for the evaluation and analysis of international academic records and an array of personal information from individuals applying for undergraduate freshman admission to the University of California, Santa Cruz. The incumbent will receive training in the review of international freshman applicants prior to the actual review of the applications. The incumbent will interpret and apply a wide variety of complex faculty-approved policies to determine an international applicant's UC eligibility- an appropriate holistic assessment- if an applicant has met the UC Santa Cruz selection criteria to be admitted to the campus.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $4.00 per application

Benefits Level Eligibility: No benefits

Schedule Information:

• Percentage of Time: 0% (By Agreement - BYA)
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day, Evenings, Weekend

Employee Classification: Limited appointment

Job Start Date: 10/24/2025

Job End Date: 02/28/2026

Work Location: Remote

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: 004511 (ADMISSIONS EVALUATOR 3) - BYA

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

50% - Assessment

• Uses extensive knowledge of department requirements and applicant pool, to assess the applicants' overall record and experience for final admissions determination and recommendation.
• Analyzes student application materials to determine complete educational history. Determines UC eligibility status, including research concerning accreditation, variant educational and grading systems, and external collegiate coursework for its comparability to UC coursework.
• Researches foreign educational systems as needed and analyzes academic records from foreign secondary and tertiary institutions including study abroad records.

30% - Guideline Application

• Interprets and applies complex UC faculty-approved guidelines governing undergraduate freshman admission.

10% - Reference to Databases and Other Materials

• Uses reference materials including but not limited to UC's high school course agreements on the Doorways website, the UC California course list database, and the California statewide articulation database, ASSIST.

10% - Training

• Completes training and norming sessions related to the review of freshman applicants seeking admission to the University of California, Santa Cruz.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area or combination of equivalent experience / training.
• Basic knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to make accurate and consistent interpretations of a broad variety of academic and/or administrative policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to research and analyze information and come to appropriate conclusions, employing complex policies and procedures.
• Experience in effectively using robust web-based and/or networked applications to effectively input, access, and analyze information critical to the daily functioning of the work environment.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, particularly in matters relative to sensitive or confidential student records, personnel or organizational matters.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and set priorities in the context of a full, multifaceted set of responsibilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge and experience using standard computing tools including Microsoft Office applications, on-line databases, email, and web-based research tools
• Experience in international credential evaluation and working with students from education systems outside the United States.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of Oracle/PeopleSoft Campus Solutions system, as well as other student-based computing environments.
• Knowledge of UC admissions practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of tertiary level foreign credentials, secondary school records, study abroad programs and policies, and knowledge of major educational systems of the world.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
• This is a fully remote position, and the selected candidate must be able to work successfully from a home/remote office and be able to fulfill the requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Ability to work a variable schedule.
• Ability to work a variable schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
• Ability to work variable hours including evenings and weekends out of a home office. Must provide own computer, internet access and any other office equipment required to complete the duties of the position Must comply with all UC, UCSC, and Office of Admissions policies and procedures.
• Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.
• The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.

MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
- Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.