Admissions Application Evaluator (VTS)

Job Description

The Application Evaluator team is responsible for the holistic assessment of applicants’ materials. This position is a seasonal, part-time role with hours dependent on application flow. The role begins with training in September, and application evaluation until May 2027. While seasonal application evaluators do not need to be in the Nashville area, they must be available for periodic daytime meetings in the Central Standard Time Zone. This is an hourly position, and the candidate must keep accurate time records. 

The Owen Graduate School of Management (OGSM) is a professional school at Vanderbilt University, located in Nashville, Tennessee, focused on graduate-level business education. OGSM’s mission is to create opportunities for its faculty, staff, and students to discover, grow, and thrive in business and beyond. OGSM recognizes discovery in traditional forms, such as scholarly research, intellectual curiosity, and curricular learning. But it also celebrates discovery unique to the human experience, that is, the art of becoming, which is lived through a desire to connect with others, to find meaning in work and relationships, and to create something new. OGSM sees transformation as foundational. 

The Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) unit is a dedicated team within OGSM focused on optimizing the recruitment, selection, aiding, onboarding, and enrollment of students throughout their academic journey. The SEM unit employs data-driven strategies that align enrollment practices with OGSM’s reputational ambitions, revenue goals, and academic mission. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate applicant candidacy through application review in relation to evaluation criteria.
• Write decision recommendations with clear rationales.
• Orally present application review to team of individuals including senior leadership. 
• Complete application evaluations accurately and in a timely manner following a pre-determined applicant flow. 
• Understand and maintain strict confidentiality of admissions process and application data.
• Assist with special projects related to the evaluation and selection process. These projects could include transcript review, benchmarking or strategic research projects.
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Relationships

This role does not entail direct supervisory responsibilities for staff members. This role reports directly to the Senior Director of Evaluation and Selection. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. 
• At least three years of relevant experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand and maintain strict confidentiality of admissions process and application data.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently and meet deadlines. 
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Willingness and ability to learn new CRM system. 
• Commitment to work an average of 15 hours a week (up to 25 hours a week) September through April. Hours dependent on application flow and volume and can occur outside of standard business hours. Expectation to meet weekly goals and deadlines. 

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.