Remote First-Year Admissions Reviewer

University of California; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,100; Part time

Job summary

UC Santa Cruz seeks remote-first Undergraduate Admissions reviewers to evaluate first-year applications. A BYA classification provides flexible scheduling, with a weekly reading quota and a fixed $3.00 per application payment. Training occurs November 12, 13 and 16 (9am–4pm); start date is 10/1/2026 and end date 2/28/2027.

The role focuses on eligibility assessment and adherence to UC guidelines. Responsibilities include interpreting policies, researching admissions requirements, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area or combination of equivalent experience / training.
• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret a broad variety of policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to research and analyze information and come to conclusions using complex policies.
• Experience using robust web-based and/or networked applications to input, access, and analyze information.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion with sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently and set priorities in a multi-responsibility environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office, on-line databases, email, and web-based research tools.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Eligibility Assessment: assess applicants' overall record for final admissions determination.
• Analyzes applicant materials for complete educational history and comparability to UC coursework.
• Determines UC eligibility status and researches accreditation and external coursework.
• 30% - Guideline Application: interprets and applies complex UC guidelines for undergraduate admission.
• 10% - Reference and Research: uses UC resources and databases for admissions research.
• 10% - Training: completes training and norming sessions for reviewing first-year applicants.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Independent work

Time management

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

UC Santa Cruz seeks remote-first Undergraduate Admissions reviewers to evaluate first-year applications. A BYA classification provides flexible scheduling, with a weekly reading quota and a fixed $3.00 per application payment. Training occurs November 12, 13 and 16 (9am–4pm); start date is 10/1/2026 and end date 2/28/2027.

The role focuses on eligibility assessment and adherence to UC guidelines. Responsibilities include interpreting policies, researching admissions requirements, and maintaining