Responsibilities
Conduct full application reviews using Empowerly’s AdCom evaluation rubric
Provide clear academic ratings based on grades, rigor, curriculum progression, and major alignment
Evaluate extracurricular involvement, leadership, impact, and distinction, including recognition in major competitions
Review essays for narrative strength, authenticity, clarity, intellectual vitality, and institutional match
Identify academic inconsistencies (e.g., grade trends, B’s/C’s in core subjects) and address them with tactful, realistic feedback
Apply and clearly explain rating scale distinctions, including high-level academic validation (e.g., national or international recognition)
Deliver actionable recommendations for improvement across academics, activities, and storytelling
Tailor overall application feedback to specific university contexts when applicable
End each review with constructive encouragement and clear next steps for strengthening the application
Complete reviews thoroughly and efficiently (initial reviews may require 30+ minutes)
Maintain integrity by releasing assigned reviews that present a conflict of interest (e.g., reviewing one’s own student)
Monitor the AdCom portal regularly for assigned reviews
Participate in calibration discussions and mock review exercises to ensure consistency across reviewers
- Monitor Empowerly email account and Slack account for up-to-date Empowerly communications
Minimum Qualifications
Prior experience in undergraduate admissions evaluation (former admissions officer strongly preferred)
Deep understanding of selective college admissions standards and committee evaluation processes
Ability to evaluate academic rigor across varied high school curricula (AP, IB, honors, etc.)
Strong written communication skills with the ability to provide precise, actionable, and tactful feedback
Ability to apply standardized rubrics consistently and explain rating distinctions clearly
Strong time management skills and ability to meet review deadlines
Proactive communication well before key deadlines
Commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics
Preferred Qualifications
Former admissions officer at a top 50 national university
Experience evaluating applicants to highly selective institutions (including Ivy League and competitive STEM programs)
Familiarity with national and international academic competitions (e.g., major STEM research competitions, humanities competitions).
* Experience participating in admissions committee discussions and rating calibration
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