**Job Description** As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. **The Office of Admissions is searching for approximately 23 First-Year Application Processors to process domestic first-year applications.** The mission of the Undergraduate Office of Admission is to attract and enroll talented and diverse students in order to help create an intellectually and culturally vibrant student body. The values of the University – integrity, diversity, excellence, collaboration, innovation and respect – are exemplified by the Office of Admissions. The Admissions team is seeking individuals with strong attention to detail who share these values and are interested in joining a fast-paced work environment as Application Processors to assist in the processing of over 60,000 first-year applications for the Autumn 2026 First-Year class. Application Processors must be able to learn quickly and manage a large workload with speed and accuracy, while adhering to and upholding University of Washington’s policy on confidentiality. This position reports to the Assistant Director for First-Year Processing. There will be approximately three weeks of fast paced, intensive remote training. Specialized training may be provided as deemed necessary. Selected candidates for this position would be expected to independently complete repetitive and detailed procedures with speed and accuracy. Work will be continually reviewed to verify consistent implementation of procedures. Candidates will work remotely, but closely with Office of Admissions staff and must make a commitment for the entire duration of the assignment, October 20 through January 30 or as dictated by workload demands. Processors will be required to pick up and transport technology equipment (laptop, charger, monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.) from UW Seattle the week prior to October 20. **Schedule** The Office of Admissions (virtual) is open Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays*. Consistent attendance is required. I. Training schedule (6hr/day): Monday, October 20 – Friday, Nov 7 8am to 3pm II. Work schedule* (8hr/day): Monday, Nov 10 – Friday, Jan 30† 8am to 5pm †Tentative end date *Application Processors will not be scheduled to work (https://hr.uw.edu/ops/leaves/holiday-calendar/) • Tuesday, Nov. 11 • Thursday, Nov. 27 • Friday, Nov. 28 • Thursday, Dec. 25 • Thursday, Jan. 1 • Monday, Jan. 19 **Key Responsibilities** Application Processors will work closely with the Domestic First-Year Admissions team to process first-year applications. + Review and accurately enter applicant data + Process 160+ applications per day + Verify that files are complete for admission review + Evaluate applications for minimum requirements and calculate GPAs + Participate in online training activities and discussions via Microsoft Teams + Other duties as assigned, which may include matching/attaching transcripts to application folders, reading and responding to emails, data checking, etc. **Required Qualifications** To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and any additional requirements listed below. **_Minimum Qualifications_** + High school graduation or GED equivalent, AND one year of admissions or registrar's office experience, or one year's college education. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. **Preferred Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree preferred + Familiarity with course grades and GPA calculation, such as U.S. high school/college systems + Ability to embrace constant change with flexibility + Intermediate computer literacy **Working Conditions** + Candidate must be able to travel to UW Seattle campus for equipment pick up and return. Pick up will be the week prior to start date (Oct 13-17) between 10am – 4pm, and return will be expected within 2 weeks of the completion of their assignment. + Candidate must work within Pacific Time Zone hours **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $21.28 hourly **Pay Range Maximum:** $22.81 hourly **Other Compensation:** - **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/ **Shift:** **Temporary or Regular?** This is a temporary position **FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):** 0.00% **Union/Bargaining Unit:** SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory **About the UW** Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **Our Commitment** The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.