Writing Center Consultant, West

About the Role

Consultants are responsible for providing one-on-one or group consulting in a supportive environment to students in all disciplines, in order to engage and empower them to become more competent academic and professional writers. Teaching in a one-on-one setting is integral to the position, although there is no requirement for teaching beyond the duties of the Writing Center.

This is a part-time, non-union support staff position at the Western Campus, reporting to the Associate Dean of Liberal Arts.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or group writing consultation to students across all disciplines.
• Engage and empower students to improve their academic and professional writing skills.
• Explain writing concepts and study strategies effectively to ensure student success.
• Work comfortably with a diverse student population in a supportive and encouraging learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university (English degrees preferred).
• Demonstrated writing consultation experience in a tutorial or instructional setting.
• Experience working with community college students.

Skills

• Working knowledge of writing concepts, practices, and procedures with the ability to apply them to varied situations.
• Ability to explain concepts effectively and communicate study strategies to ensure academic success.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a team environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to develop productive customer relationships.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion.
• Sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of a diverse community.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment with adequate lighting, heating, and ventilation. The position involves:

• Sitting comfortably to perform duties, including repetitive motions with hands/fingers (e.g., typing, using a computer mouse).
• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, and carrying various items and equipment.
• Travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite, which may require additional walking and standing.

Pay

$20.91 per hour (set rate for this part-time, non-bargaining unit position).