SSC Writing Consultant (Multiple Open Positions) Job at University of Arkansas i

SSC Writing Consultant (Multiple Open Positions)

Apply locations Fayetteville

Time type: Part time

Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago

Time left to apply: End Date: February 23, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

Job requisition id: R0064867

Closing Date: 02/23/2025

Type of Position: Clerical

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Department: Writing Center

Department's Website: https://success.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

Writing and Communication Studio Consultants in the Student Success Center support student learning by helping undergraduate and graduate students strengthen their academic writing skills. Conducting interactive, one-on-one sessions, consultants provide feedback to writers on every aspect of the writing process across various academic disciplines. This position requires excellent communication skills and the desire to help students succeed. Consultants must work a minimum of five hours per week. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of at least twelve credit hours at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville or acceptance into graduate school
• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.25

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.5
• One semester of experience working in a writing center or related academic support experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of academic writing and citation systems
• Knowledge of basic word processing software and email systems
• Skilled in interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Skilled in conducting online meetings or consultations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and troubleshoot appointment issues when necessary

Salary Information:

$13.00 per hour for undergraduate writing consultants
$17.00 per hour for graduate writing consultants

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s), Writing Sample

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Chris Borntrager
Coordinator for Writing Studio
Email: clborntr@uark.edu
Phone: 479-575-7057

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Manipulating items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activity:

Sitting, Standing, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

No