File Reader, Law School Admissions (Wage) - 2025-26 Admissions Year

File readers focus on the holistic review of first-year applications for admission to the Law School.

The Office of Admissions at the University of Virginia School of Law seeks a part-time, seasonal admissions file reader. File readers focus on the holistic review of first-year applications for admission to the Law School’s J.D. program.

Admissions file readers assist the assistant dean for admissions and the directors of admission in analyzing the qualifications of prospective students by summarizing application components and submitting recommendations through an electronic file management system. Readers must exercise excellent judgment in the evaluation of files, and they are required to protect the confidentiality of all applicant data and information learned in the course of admissions office training sessions. Readers perform all work remotely and therefore must have access to high-speed internet.

Readers are expected to communicate regularly with the Admissions Office via email, primarily with the chief admissions officer and the associate director of admissions. The duration of the assignment is for the 2025-2026 admissions cycle: August 2025 through April 2026, subject to annual renewal depending on job performance and the admissions office’s needs.

Professional Experience and Education:

• A master's or terminal degree required. A Juris Doctor is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written skills required.
• Sound judgment and discretion regarding confidential data required.
• Excellent time management abilities required.

The position's compensation is $30.00 per hour with an average of 30 hours per week needed. This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029.

To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/Resume and Cover Letter. Search on requisition number: R0072533

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Brandi Shifflett, HR Specialist at brc2s@virginia.edu.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will require an Education Verification.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: A master's or terminal degree required. A Juris Doctor is preferred.

Experience: None.

Licensure: None.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Strong verbal and written skills required. Excellent time management abilities are mandatory.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.