Writing Center Specialist

Job Title

Writing Center Specialist

Albany State Rec. Location

Regular

Full-Time

294404

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers  Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

This position is responsible for assisting the Writing Center Coordinator and efforts of the Writing Center for Albany State University s East and West Campuses and the online Center environment, while also providing varied guiding support for Writing Center assigned student workers. The unique needs of each student contribute to the complexity of the position. Success in this position contributes to the successful education of students and to compliance with accreditation standards.

This position is funded through grant funding. Continuation of employment is based upon the availability of funds.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is responsible for assisting the Writing Center Coordinator and efforts of the Writing Center for Albany State University s East and West Campuses and the online Center environment, while also providing varied guiding support for Writing Center assigned student workers. The unique needs of each stdent contribute to the complexity of the position. Success in this position contributes to the successful education of students and to compliance with accreditation standards.

This position is funded through grant funding. Continuation of employment is based upon the availability of funds.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Cover letter.

Resume.

Unofficial transcripts.

A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

• Knowledge of the field of Writing and English.
• Knowledge of Writing and English tutoring principles.
• Knowledge of learning theory and design.
• Skilled in tutoring.
• Skilled in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skilled in timely decision-making and problem-solving.
• Skilled in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at , or by email  technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at , or by email at support.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage

* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle

* a successful pre-employment drug test

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity…