File Reader, Law School Graduate Studies 2025-2026 Admissions Year (Wage)
File readers focus on the holistic review of first-year applications for admission to the Law School. The University of Virginia School of Law's Office of Graduate Studies seeks one or more part-time, seasonal admissions file readers. The file reader(s) will focus on the holistic review of applications for admission to the Law School's full-time Master of Laws (LL.M.) program, which provides an American legal education to foreign-trained lawyers, the Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.), a four-to-five-year advanced degree program, and the Visiting Scholars program. The file readers assist the Assistant Dean of Graduate Studies in analyzing the qualifications of prospective students and submitting evaluations and recommendations to the Assistant Dean through an electronic file management system. File readers will be expected to communicate regularly with the Graduate Studies Office via telephone, email, and electronic platforms such as Teams or Zoom. The duration of the assignment is for the 2025-2026 admissions cycle: October 2025 through April 2026 (start and end dates flexible according to the needs of the department). The position's compensation is $30.00 per hour with an average of 30 hours per week needed, with busiest times from early January to early March. Work will be performed 100% remotely. Because file reader positions are remote, file readers must have access to reliable high-speed internet. 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 . Professional Experience and Education :
- A master's or terminal degree required. A Juris Doctor or a combination of LL.B. and LL.M. is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with higher legal education in both a domestic and international context
- Familiarity with international education standards and practices, including transcript evaluation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent time management abilities.
- Familiarity with ACES2 software preferred.
- Previous experience reviewing LL.M. and S.J.D. applications preferred.
ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must be based in the United States and fully authorized to work in the United States (must have work authorization that does not require sponsorship from the university now or in the future). Visa sponsorship is not being offered for this position. To apply, please submit an application online through https://jobs.virginia.edu. Search on requisition number: R0076183 and attach the following:
- Cover letter - detailing your interest in the position and your relevant experience.
- CV/resume
- Names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate.
Review of applications will start October 10, 2025. Questions related to the application process may be directed to Brandi Shifflett, HR Specialist at [email protected] . 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 or a combination of LL.B. and LL.M. is strongly preferred. Experience: None Licensure: None Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Strong verbal and written skills required
- Excellent time management abilities are mandatory
- Familiarity with international education standards and practices, including transcript evaluation.
- Familiarity with higher legal education in both a domestic and international context
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. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job