Writing Center Consultant

Department: English

Location: Western Campus

Reports To: Interim, Associate Dean of Liberal Arts

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req4098

Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Hours vary depending on student demand -- usage of writing center

Number of Openings: 0

Job Description:

Summary

Consultants are responsible for providing one-on-one or group consulting in a supportive environment to students in all disciplines, in order to engage and empower them to become more competent academic and professional writers.

Essential Functions

• Consultants are responsible for providing one-on-one or group consulting in a supportive environment to students in all disciplines, in order to engage and empower them to become more competent academic and professional writers
• Teaching in a one-on-one setting is integral to the position, although there is no requirement for teaching beyond the duties of the Writing Center
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university (English degrees preferred)
• Demonstrated writing consultation experience in a tutorial or instructional setting
• Experience working with community college students
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS And ABILITIES

• Possess working knowledge of writing concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to apply to varied situations
• Ability to explain concepts to others effectively
• Ability to effectively communicate study strategies to ensure academic success
• Ability to work comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds
• Possess patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
• Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to foster a team environment and work collaboratively
• Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail
• Possess excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships
• Demonstrated basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of a diverse population
  
  

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Service Focus
• Communications
• Quality of Work
  
  

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Collaboration
• Time Utilization
  
  

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability
• Continuous Improvement
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment;
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;
• The employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and may perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there will be walking; standing; bending; stooping; and carrying of various items and equipment;
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite
  
  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.

Special Note:

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.