Part-time Seasonal Reader

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number
TMP01791PO26

Job Code Title
Student Services Program Coordinator I

Advertised Title
Part-time Seasonal Reader

Campus
Columbia

College/Division
Enrollment Management

Department
EM Undergraduate Admissions

Salary
$22.00

Location of Vacancy
Remote Based Position

Part/Full Time
Part Time

Hours per Week
15

Work Schedule

This is a part-time, temporary remote position from mid-October through late February. The appointment may end earlier if office review goals are satisfied ahead of schedule. Seasonal Readers must have flexibility to complete asynchronous training modules and participate in meetings on select days. Total weekly hours are contingent upon application volume and departmental needs but will average about 15 hours per week. Seasonal Readers will not work during official university holidays.

Job Search Category
Student Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for Temporary Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions seeks Seasonal Readers to support the office in selecting a competitive freshmen class by reviewing applications and making recommendations for admission to the university, the South Carolina Honors College, and for top scholarship awards. Readers should be adept at evaluating high school credentials, school profiles, essays, beyond-the-classroom activities and recommendation letters. Additionally, qualified applicants value differences in students' academics and environment.

This is a part-time, temporary remote position from mid-October through late February. The appointment may end earlier if office review goals are satisfied ahead of schedule. Seasonal Readers must have flexibility to complete asynchronous training modules and participate in meetings on select days. Total weekly hours are contingent upon application volume and departmental needs but will average about 15 hours per week. Seasonal Readers will not work during official university holidays.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent degree) is required. Successful applicants will possess strong time management, communication, and critical thinking skills. They should also demonstrate basic proficiency with web-based conferencing technology like Zoom and Microsoft Teams. A willingness to learn enrollment management software applications is necessary. Previous admission, high school counseling or part-time reader experience is desired.

Seasonal Readers should be able to work independently, with a partner and as a member of a larger team. Readers must be able to read for multiple hours in a day and keep both student information and internal office practices confidential.

To avoid potential conflicts of interest, Seasonal Readers may not be the parent, guardian, or immediate family member of a high school student in grades 11-12 who is planning to apply to college (regardless of interest in USC). Exceptions may be made for previous employees of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Readers may not currently be employed in another full-time capacity, be employed by another university or high school, or be employed independently or with an organization that provides personal college counseling.

Job Duties

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies
10

Desired Start Date
10/12/2026

Proposed End Date
02/26/2027

Job Open Date
07/31/2026

Job Close Date
08/16/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicant

To avoid potential conflicts of interest, Seasonal Readers may not be the parent, guardian, or immediate family member of a high school student in grades 11-12 who is planning to apply to college (regardless of interest in USC). Exceptions may be made for previous employees of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Readers may not currently be employed in another full-time capacity, be employed by another university or high school, or be employed independently or with an organization that provides personal college counseling.

Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/210764

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.