Writing Specialist; PT

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Job Type
:
Part-Time / non-Exempt (hourly)

Reports To
:
Director of the Center for Writing & Rhetoric

Date
: 10/31/2025 Last Revision

The candidate must be a professing Christ follower who possesses a strong commitment to the mission and core values of Southwestern Seminary and Texas Baptist College, possess a clear understanding of Southern Baptist heritage and culture, and agrees to serve in accordance with and not contrary to the current edition of the Baptist Faith and Message.

Southwestern Seminary, an entity of the Southern Baptist Convention, is a confessional institution. While the Seminary serves the larger evangelical Christian community, employees must embrace the values and standards the Seminary represents as it fulfills its mission of shaping Christian leaders within our denominational context.

Since duties of this position require the employee to represent the Seminary to prospective and current students, candidates must abide by the Seminary bylaws, the Employee Handbook, and the current edition of the Baptist Faith and Message as a condition of employment.

The Writing Specialist assists the Director of the Center for Writing & Rhetoric, enhancing the quality of written communication across the institution. This position assists students in developing their writing and study skills, helps develop writing resources for the Canvas, and hosts writing workshops for the seminary community, as needed. The Writing Specialist is responsible for developing, reviewing, and refining written materials to ensure clarity, coherence, and adherence to academic standards.

• Creates and revises academic and non-academic documents, including reports, proposals, and instructional materials, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and standards. Updates resources on Canvas and SharePoint.
• Assists in the preparation of grant applications, research papers, and other scholarly communications.
• Reviews and edits written content for grammar, punctuation, style, and adherence to institutional guidelines.
• Provides constructive feedback to authors to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of their writing.
• Offers one‑on‑one consultations and workshops for faculty, staff, and students (TBC to PhD) to improve writing skills and address specific writing challenges.
• Develops and disseminates resources, such as guides and templates, to support the writing process across various disciplines.
• Works collaboratively with academic departments to design and implement writing curricula and initiatives that promote strong writing skills.
• Monitors and assesses writing programs and initiatives, providing reports on effectiveness and areas for improvement.
• Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional growth in leadership and ministry effectiveness.
• Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and specific to area of responsibility.

• A minimum of an accredited master’s degree in TESOL, English, Composition, Rhetoric, Education, Philosophy, or related field is required.
• Teaching experience in higher education processes and support strategies, including tutoring experience with second‑language learners and proficiency in Turabian formatting and citation, preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Strong work ethic and initiative; ability to operate with minimal supervision.
• Exemplary social skills with an ability to be a part of and contribute to a collaborative team and demonstrate love and appreciation for cross‑cultural interaction.
• Excellent written, editing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly and simply articulate the value propositions of SWBTS.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Canvas LMS required.
• Ability to provide proof of Work Authorization in the U.S. and proof of identity.
• Successful completion…