Writing Consultant III

Job Title

Writing Consultant III

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Graduate School

Proposed Minimum Salary

$17.54 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Summary

The Writing Consultant III, under general supervision, provides advanced consultation and tutoring for graduate students. Provides one-on-one writing support to graduate students enhancing their writing skills. Manages a website with academic resources for graduate students. Collects annual statistics for reporting purposes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides advanced tutoring of students regarding their writing, speaking and audio/video skills.
• Consults with specified classes/departments regarding writing or audio/video matters.
• Review and provide feedback to graduate students’ work submitted to [email protected]
• Assist graduate students structure and develop their ideas.
• Instruct graduate students in strategies to develop their writing skills.
• Review graduate student papers and provide constructive and supportive feedback.
• Coach graduate students to develop their scholarly voice and self-confidence.
• Edit journal articles and theses.
• Provide writing feedback and instruction to graduate students in individual appointments and occasionally in small groups.
• Guide graduate students who are writing theses through the process of finding a topic, preparing an idea paper, wiring a proposal, and/or finishing a thesis.
• Assists thesis and dissertation students with proper formatting and graduate school compliance.
• Provides assistance to graduate student writing groups and programs.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend regular TAMIU Graduate School meetings.
• Engage in professional development activities to improve job effectiveness.
• Travel to conferences and represent the TAMIU Graduate School.

Minimum Requirements

• Education – Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• Experience - Four years of related experience as a writer, editor, teacher of writing or public speaking, or tutor/administrator in a writing, speaking, or learning center, to include experience working with graduate students on writing dissertations and theses and facilitating writing groups.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s degree or a minimum of 18 SCH at the graduate level in applicable field.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing applications.
• Writing basics.

Ability to:

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Licensing / Professional Certification – None.

Physical Requirements – General office environment.

The physical 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.

Supervision of Others

• This position generally supervises employees.

Other Requirements

• Evening and weekend work may occasionally be required.
• Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

Salary: $17.54/hour

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials.  The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time.  The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 professional references and their full contact information
• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.