Part-Time Admissions Evaluator — Territory Expert & Data-Driven

Vanderbilt University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University is seeking part-time Admissions Specialists to support the review and evaluation of undergraduate applications. The role involves evaluating first-year and transfer applications across assigned territories while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities include bluesheeting, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with Admissions Officers. A bachelor’s degree and at least two years in an education setting are preferred; reliable internet access is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• At least two years’ experience in an education setting.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in data entry and using web-based forms.

Responsibilities

• Fully evaluate all components of a first-year application to Vanderbilt University- from initial intake to final assessment.
• Become an expert in 3-4 domestic territories and/or 1-2 international territories.
• Understand transcripts from these territories (typical class rank practices, grading trends, class titling).
• Understand typical extracurricular offerings, research opportunities and regional awards.
• Understand file volume and deadlines throughout the season, adjusting work priorities as needed.
• Read and understand manuals for bluesheeting, assessment, and evaluation of first year and transfer applicants.
• Maintain communication with Admissions Officers of your assigned geographic territories; discuss file volume, trends, and file corrections.
• Conduct paired reading evaluations with Admissions Officers from your geographic territories.

Skills

Independent work

Data entry

Analytical skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

2 years education setting experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Vanderbilt University is seeking part-time Admissions Specialists to support the review and evaluation of undergraduate applications. The role involves evaluating first-year and transfer applications across assigned territories while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities include bluesheeting, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with Admissions Officers. A bachelor’s degree and at least two years in an education setting are preferred; reliable internet access is required.