Student Assistant - Library Graduate Writing Specialist Job at Angelo State Univ

Student Assistant - Library Graduate Writing Specialist

Position Information

Job Title: Student Assistant - Library Graduate Writing Specialist

Position Type: Student

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Library

Job Description: Under direct supervision, investigates and writes short articles (500-1000 words) that showcase historical perspectives of the West Texas region based on assigned topics. Helps to proofread and otherwise support the work of fellow student writers also on the project. Navigates digital collections of the Library of Congress and West Texas Collection to identify accompanying images, videos, or other digital items. Communicates with grant leaders and fellow students in a professional manner and helps to meet grant deadlines and purpose. Reports to library personnel while also working closely with faculty on the project.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a currently enrolled graduate student.
• Must be able to write and communicate professionally.
• Comfort working in a cloud-based computer environment using Microsoft products – primarily Word and Teams.
• Ability to follow directions accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to proofread and provide respectful feedback to fellow student writers.
• Ability to organize and complete tasks according to given deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Major in History, Education, English, Political Science or similar program.
• Maintains a personal laptop for use on the job.

Physical Demands: Sitting, walking; extensive computer use.

Salary: $16.00 per hour

EEO Statement:

Posting Number:

Number of Vacancies: Up to 3

Open Date: 01/09/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Attachments:

• Recent writing sample
• Name and email addresses of two references – one must be affiliated with ASU
• Optional – letter of recommendation

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is your classification (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Graduate Student)?

  (Open Ended Question)

• Please list any activities, outside of your scheduled class times (i.e. student teaching, meetings, other job, sports, etc.).

  (Open Ended Question)

• What is your Major?

  (Open Ended Question)

• Which Microsoft programs have you used?
  • Outlook
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Teams
  • OneDrive or SharePoint

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Other

Optional Documents:

• Resume
• Transcripts (Unofficial)
• List of References