Admissions Reader; Admissions & Joint Degree Programs

Position: Admissions Reader (Admissions & Joint Degree Programs) Overview Job title: Admissions Reader (Admissions & Joint Degree Programs) Employer: Johns Hopkins University Location: Washington, DC (Remote work; Term of employment begins in early October 2025 and ends in March 2026) Closing date: Sep 26, 2025 Position type: Other; Hours: 5-15 hours per week (highest workload during January–February); Employment type: Permanent; Schedule: Flexible within regular office hours Responsibilities Reporting to the Director of Admissions, the Reader will be responsible for written summation and evaluation of Master of Arts and Master of International Public Policy applications for admission during the reading season (October through March). • Commit to up to 15 hours per week • Attend training sessions regarding the reading process • Fully participate in the application reading cycle • Read materials online (office or home) • Attend meetings during office hours • Participate in post-reading committee review • Handle information in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law Special Instructions • Work collaboratively with the admissions team • Complete confidentiality forms and participate in staff-wide professional development meetings • Employment contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include criminal background checks, verification of work history, and verification of required credentials, with results acceptable to Johns Hopkins University Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities • Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Word, OnBase) • Strong time management • Effective oral and written communication • Ability to understand and follow instructions and procedures • Ability to work effectively with admissions staff • Sensitivity to the needs of diverse student groups • Commitment to diversity and serving diverse populations Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • Some related experience with higher education • Education substitutions may apply as per the JHU equivalency formula Preferred Qualifications • Some experience with higher education, especially evaluation of undergraduate or graduate applications, is preferred but not required • Familiarity with Johns Hopkins SAIS and/or APSIA member graduate schools for international affairs Employment Details • Classified Title: Admissions Reader • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt • Location: Remote • Department: Admissions and Joint Degree Programs (SAIS) • Organization Type: College / University • Starting Salary Range: $19.75 - $35.35 hourly (commensurate with experience) Additional Information • The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. • Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. • Background checks and other pre-employment requirements apply as described in the job posting. Application and Alerts Share this job. Sign in to set job alerts for “Reader” roles. Note: This job description retains and presents the information from the original posting without adding new facts or changing the intended meaning. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply tot his job Apply To this Job