CSWIM Post-Baccalaureate Programming

Position: CSWIM Post-Baccalaureate for Programming
## CSWIM Post-Baccalaureate for Programming Apply locations:
Claremonttime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
REQ-8170
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Location:

** Claremont, CA
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Title:

** CSWIM Post-Baccalaureate for Programming
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* Job Description:

**** ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE:
** Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges.
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* JOB PURPOSE:

** Reporting to the Assistant Director of College Writing, the CSWIM Post-Baccalaureate (“Post Bac”) for Programming assists in the day-to-day operations of the Center for Speaking, Writing, and the Image (“the CSWIM”), working with student staff (“CSWIM Partners”) and Writing Program senior staff to promote a culture of peer mentorship and collaboration in writing and communication. As directed, the Post-Bac will work with the Assistant Director to organize student-facing workshops and CSWIM-partner-facing workshops, perform outreach activities to students regarding the CSWIM’s activities, and represent the CSWIM at various functions on campus.

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of College Writing, the CSWIM Post-Bac will also develop a social media strategy for the CSWIM and update the larger Writing Program website and resources as appropriate. In addition, the duties of this individual may include maintaining regular email communication with staff, students, and faculty; helping with setup and clean up for special events;

mentoring CSWIM Partners by observing consultations; and assisting with CSWIM assessments.
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* ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

** The Post-Bac for Programming works both independently and collaboratively to perform the following essential duties and responsibilities:
1. Assist in managing the general operations and duties of the CSWIM, including
* Welcoming students to the CSWIM, introducing them to available resources, and explaining how they can make appointments.
* Assisting in organizing and implementing periodic workshops (independently and/or in collaboration with the Assistant Director and/or CSWIM Partners) on writing, speaking, and image-related topics.
* Assisting in the maintenance and regular updating of the CSWIM’s social media, including the Writing Program website.
* Collaborating closely with CSWIM Partners to organize social functions, workshops, and other events.
* Mentor CSWIM Partners by observing consultations.
* Making recommendations to the Writing Program staff regarding facilities and resources needed to improve the operation of the CSWIM.
* Assist with the hiring process for new CSWIM Partners in the fall semester.
2. Coordinating special projects/tasks/duties and provide assistance as assigned.  
3. Other duties as assigned.
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

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* Education:

** Bachelor’s degree
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* Experience:

** At least one year of writing center experience as an undergraduate peer tutor is required. Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Google Drive, Instagram, and Facebook is required. Familiarity with WCOnline and Qualtrics is preferred.
** REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND CRITICAL

SKILLS:

** This person must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the job or must be able to demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed (with or without reasonable accommodation) using other knowledge, skills, and abilities not listed below.
1. Deploy professional skills in social media management and event planning, in collaboration with colleagues, to best promote the CSWIM’s guiding principles.
* Be proactive and willing to create and develop events that respond to the needs of the CSWIM Partners and Pomona student community.
* Work well with a diverse group of students in the Center for Speaking, Writing, and the Image and across campus in other contexts.
2. Have an understanding and appreciation of—and interest and…