What are the responsibilities and job description for the Writing Center Consultant position at Mississippi University for Women?
Essential Duties
- Consultants should be able to work in person in the Writing Center.
- Consultants should be able to interact with other students and assist those students with writing needs.
- Consultants should know grammar and documentation.
- Consultants should be at least a sophomore in standing and passed both Composition I and II with at least a B in each course.
- Priority will be given to students who have shown exceptional writing skills and knowledge and are adept at various documentation styles.
Writing Center Consultants should be able to work in person in the Writing Center. Consultants should be able to work individually with other students on their papers. Consultants should have a strong background in writing and documentation as well as paper development. When not helping students in person, Consultants will respond to online writing submissions and should be able available to respond to virtual messages as well.
Hours of Availability
The Writing Center is typically open Monday through Thursday from 9-5 and on Friday from 9-12. Consultants should be able to work six hours during those time periods. Shifts are usually three hours long.
Background Check Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. However, failure to disclose may disqualify a candidate.
Requisition Detail Information
Open Date
04/01/2025
Will this job have a specific close date?
No
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
