Part-Time Readers

Part-Time Readers

Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Working from early November 2026 through mid-February 2027, Part-Time Readers for the Hobart and William Smith Office of Admission will provide critical support in the holistic review of first-year undergraduate applicants. Readers will be asked to conduct a holistic review, and make admissibility decision on applicants, in conjunction with a reading partner. Remote Part-Time Readers must be comfortable evaluating applicants in accordance with the mission of Hobart and William Smith. Remote Readers must be prepared to work for at least 15-20 hours per week, have a strong attention to detail, and be able to work at a fast pace. Thorough application review training will be provided upon hiring.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Review first-year applications, including high school transcripts, standardized test scores, personal essays, recommendation letters, and other application materials
• Submit detailed application evaluations and determine admissibility
• Maintain consistent communication with the Admissions Leadership Team and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Attend training sessions in early November, either virtually or on campus.
• Be available for occasional candidate review meetings and group discussions

Other Information: This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefits eligible position. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned. Work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the academic year. Hourly rate: $25

About HWS A liberal arts and sciences institution, Hobart and William Smith is known for consistent success in preparing students for meaningful lives and fulfilling careers through an outcomes-based focus on their futures. Our nationally ranked faculty are accessible teachers and scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. World challenges are studied in the classroom where critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills are honed. In the field, knowledge turns into discovery. In office hours, plans are carefully crafted to tie interests and talents to an academic path that motivates beyond graduation.

Our location in the heart of the Finger Lakes allows faculty, staff and students to live and work collaboratively on the banks of a resource-rich lake. Student-athletes play for 30 varsity teams boasting 24 national titles, including the 2023 and 2024 NCAA DIII Men’s Ice Hockey Championships. With three graduate programs, students can build on their undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Higher Education

• Leadership, Master of Arts in Teaching, or a Master of Science in Management. Together, the experiences and mentorship at HWS prepare students to lead lives of consequence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• At least 2 years of professional experience required.
• College admission recruitment or related experience preferred.
• Candidates for the position must possess superb written and oral communication skills, computer skills, and strong organizational skills
• Access to a computer and a stable internet connection
• Knowledge of enrollment CRM (Slate), Microsoft Office helpful.
• The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.