Vadefenders is hiring: Part-time Writer/Editor for Undergraduate Education in Me

Job Description

The Office of Undergraduate Education is seeking an experienced writer/editor to join our department’s communication team. The position will help support six academic programs in the Office of Undergraduate Education: Academic Integrity, Bridge Experience Program, First-Year Experiences, Inclusive Excellence, Office of Undergraduate Research, and Pathways General Education. This is an in-person position located in UE’s office in Burruss Hall, though there is the opportunity to work remotely up to 25% of the time each week.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in a writing-intensive field such as journalism or communications.
2. Experience publishing work in news media or a communications campaign.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience working in higher education.
2. Experience using web content management systems.
3. Portfolio of published photography.
4. Experience using the Associated Press Stylebook.
5. Proficiency in PowerPoint, Photoshop, and/or InDesign.

Pay Band

4

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

$20 per hour

Review Date

March 3, 2025

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Doris Shelor at (dshelor@vt.edu) during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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