Academic Program Support Specialist

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Open Date 09/15/2026 Requisition Number PRN17473N Job Title Academic Program Support Specialist Working Title Part-Time Application Evaluator Career Progression Track B Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

19 hours weekly between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday. Employees will work with their supervisors to set their schedule.

Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00295 - Office of Admissions Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $14.00 - $16.00 per hour. First year evaluators will start at $14.00 per hour. Wage will increase by 50 cents each subsequent year the evaluator works for the University of Utah Office of Admissions with a cap at $16.00 per hour. Close Date 12/15/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

The Office of Admissions is hiring remote, part-time Application Evaluators who will support the work of two different teams throughout the year. Application Evaluators will be trained to review applications to the Graduate School in the fall and winter and applications to gain residency (which enables students to pay the in-state tuition rate) in the spring and summer.

Employees will be trained to evaluate academic transcripts, test scores, and other academic credentials as well documentation of Utah domiciliary ties and other residency requirements. They will prepare, verify, and enter data into computerized student information systems. While the main tasks of this position are clerical and detail-oriented, Application Evaluators may also correspond with students and campus partners over email to provide customer service.

Responsibilities

• Learn the University of Utah's policies and procedures for admission and residency eligibility.
• Evaluate graduate applications for all University of Utah campuses.
• Evaluate applications for residency for tuition purposes.
• Process and verify credentials.
• Monitor student files to ensure information is complete and updated by filling in information and changing records when applicable.
• Manage daily work responsibilities and recommend changes to supervisor to improve processes.
• Respond promptly to emails from students and campus partners and to Teams messages from colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Out of state remote employment is not allowed. Candidates must be living in the state of Utah to be considered.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work environment and level of frequency typically required:

This is a fully remote position. In order to perform the job responsibilities remotely, employees must maintain their own reliable internet connection. Staff will be provided a laptop on which all work must be conducted. On-boarding and new employee training will be conducted virtually via Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

Physical requirements and level of frequency that may be required:

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of general office experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), one of which in an academic setting; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. College coursework in a related area is preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Preference will be given to applicants who have previously worked in the University of Utah Office of Admission. Applicants must be able to quickly learn technical information and to consistently apply it.

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have 3 or more years of general office experience, 1 of which is in an academic setting, or equivalency? (1 year of higher education is equivalent to 2 years of experience)

• Yes

• No

• • Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

• • Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?

• Yes

• No

• • Will you be working from the State of Utah while employed by the Office of Admissions?

• Yes

• No

• • In 100‐250 words, please tell us about your interest in joining the University of Utah Office of Admissions as a Part-time Application Evaluator.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only