What are the responsibilities and job description for the Writing Specialist for Online Programs position at San Jose State University?
Job Summary
This is a part-time (0.5 FTE) position. The compensation rate below reflects a 0.5 FTE.
Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Success and Academic Programs, and under the direct work lead / supervision of the Writing Center Director, the Writing Specialist for Online Programs provides direct academic support to students seeking online degrees. Working in the SJSU Writing Center under general supervision, the Writing Specialist for Online Programs offers the following services to students and faculty in online courses : one-on-one tutoring via appointments and / or open lab drop-ins, targeted in-class assistance in conjunction with faculty (through embedded tutoring), individualized training and advice about teaching writing online to faculty, and informational sessions about the Writing Center. The Writing Specialist also engages in outreach activities and markets Writing Center events / services specifically to online students. The employee in this role gathers information about areas of need for online students and reports those findings to the Writing Center Director and Coordinator of Online Writing Support Services.
This position may work a hybrid telecommuting work schedule, dependent on department need. This agreement will be reviewed and must be approved by University Personnel. For additional information on the telecommuting policy, please click here
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct individual and / or small-group tutoring sessions with students in online degree programs
- Offer tutoring hours in the evenings and on weekends to support online students with their writing
- Offer additional tutoring hours as needed on an appointment and / or drop-in basis
- Help students improve their writing skills and their ability to self-edit
- Work with students during all phases of the writing process and from various disciplines
- Be embedded in select writing-intensive online courses to support faculty and students in those classes
- Facilitate existing Writing Center workshops to students in courses in which the Specialist is embedded
- Facilitate writing activities and create new writing resources (e.g., instructional videos or handouts) for students in courses in which the Specialist is embedded
- Engage in outreach activities for students in online degree programs
- Advertise Writing Center services and Writing Specialist offerings to students in online degree programs
- Provide reports to the Director and Coordinator of Online Writing Support Services about usage of special services for online students
- Represent the university at conferences on online tutoring and / or writing centers
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Compensation
Classification : Student Services Professional II
Anticipated Hiring Range : $2,542 / month - $2,688 / month (Salary is reflective of 0.5 FTE)
CSU Salary Range : $5,083 / month - $7,228 / month
San Jose State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary .
Application Procedure
Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents :
All applicants must apply within the specified application period : January 28, 2025 February 11, 2025 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.
Contact Information
University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252
CSU Vaccination Policy
The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https : / / calstate.policystat.com / policy / 9779821 / latest / and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu .
Additional Information
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and / or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.
The standard background check includes : criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and / or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.
SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS)
All San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and / or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification :
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https : / / www.sjsu.edu / clery / docs / SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San Jose State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu .
Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https : / / www.sjsu.edu / clery / docs / SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu .
Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.
Equal Employment Statement
San Jose State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus).
Salary : $2,542 - $7,228
