Admissions Application Reader-1

Overview

The Macalester College Admissions Office seeks multiple Seasonal Remote Application Readers to support our full-time staff in the application review process for our upcoming application rounds. This position supports full-time staff in reviewing and evaluating admissions applications by assessing candidate materials while synthesizing and writing succinct and informative comments to be shared with the Admissions Committee. Candidates are encouraged to carefully review the description below and include a preference of schedule and availability clearly in their application materials.

This position is entirely remote. There are no in-person working hours or assignments. Candidates are expected to work from within the United States and be able to provide their own computer with reliable internet access and audio/video capabilities.

The position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

At Macalester, we are guided by our core values of academic excellence, internationalism, multiculturalism, and civic engagement. We believe in the transformative power of a liberal arts education that prepares students to flourish in a complex, interconnected world and to make a positive difference in their communities.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Through the committee-based evaluation model, Seasonal Remote Application Readers will work synchronously with full-time Admissions staff via Zoom to:

• Evaluate applications for admission according to the standards set by the Admissions Office

• Analyze applicants' high school curriculum, academic performance record, extracurricular involvements, and potential to contribute to the Macalester community

• Synthesize, write and edit a short narrative summary of the candidate’s application

• Ensure timely completion of application reviews within established timelines

Scheduling Requirements:

Candidates are expected to work 14-28 hours per week from November 2 – December 4 and January 4-30, as well as training and onboarding the week of October 22-30. Application readers work full-day shifts between 9:00am CST – 5:00pm CST up to four days per week. All candidates hired for this position will be offered five weeks of work in 2026 and four weeks of work in 2027. Application volume and demand for admissions application readers is subject to change and influence available hours beyond the above guarantee. 

Strong preference will be given to candidates with work availability between 9:00am CST – 5:00pm CST on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. 

Qualifications: 

It is expected that an employee in this role: 

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Have an appreciation for the value of a liberal arts education.

• Possess knowledge of the overall landscape of selective higher education.

• Exercise a high level of discretion and sensitive judgement and must be able to utilize a background of professional knowledge and experience to interpret guidelines which will apply to a large, complex, detailed array of objective and subjective information. All information is highly sensitive and confidential.

• Demonstrate a high proficiency with technology and web-based applications as all applicant files are reviewed electronically via an online platform.

• Have access to a home workspace, including a personal computer with up-to-date security and internet browser, access to reliable internet and audio/video capabilities.

• Demonstrate a commitment to Macalester’s mission and values.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Direct experience as a student or staff member at a highly selective liberal arts college.

• Direct experience working in college access, college admissions, and/or college counseling.

• Possess knowledge of and/or sensitivity to issues related to the multiple backgrounds and experiences students come with and may write about in their application.

Candidates may not be: Concurrently employed by or enrolled as a student at Macalester. Concurrently reading applications for another college or university. Currently employed as a high school/CBO counselor or independent admissions counselor/consultant

Compensation:

$20.60-$21.43 Hourly

Benefits

At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays
• Competitive health, dental, vision, and life & disability insurance
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 90% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page

 

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines

For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by August 21st, 2026. No applications will be received after this date.
 
Kim Price
Interim - Talent Acquisition Manager
price@macalester.edu
 

Macalester College does not discriminate on the grounds of sex, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, veteran status, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or other categories protected by law. For additional information, see Macalester College's full Notice of Nondiscrimination.