University of Rochester
Writing Center Assistant & Writing Tutor
University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, United States, 14618
Administrative Coordinator III
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location: 755 Library Rd, Room G122, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627 Opening: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 210213 Writing, Speaking, and Argument Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 104 H Compensation Range: $18.65 - $26.11 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities
General Summary: With minimum direction and considerable latitude for initiative and judgment, the Administrative Coordinator III is an active member of the Writing, Speaking, and Argument Program, providing secretarial support to the program. Serves as a writing consultant, tutoring undergraduate and graduate students, and acts as an assistant to the Writing and Speaking Center Director. Assists with various projects, organizes a variety of events, and provides backup to other support staff as needed. This position has the possibility of one remote working day per week. Specific Responsibilities
30% Provides Writing Tutoring
Will provide approximately 10 hours of writing tutoring in the Writing and Speaking Center weekly during the academic year. 30% Secretary/Receptionist
Serves as a program secretary/receptionist; triages phone calls; sorts and routes mail; maintains and purchases office supplies; assists with maintenance and service calls for the program's two copiers, fax machine, and printers; assists with overall maintenance and organization of office space. Responsible for copying, faxing, and scanning documents. Assists administrative assistant and secretary IV as needed with paperwork related to program operations including pay invoices, request for payments, and employee expense reports. Provides cross-coverage in shared clerical office and assists with general office needs including maintaining contact information, library inventory, scheduling rooms as needed, proofreading and editing as required. 20% Supports the Writing and Speaking Center (WSC)
Assists in the day-to-day operation of the Writing and Speaking Center. This involves working with staff to manage the consulting schedule, creating standing appointments, monitoring shift changes, ensuring that the WSAP webpage contains accurate information about WSC, assisting with proofreading and sending of session summary forms, and facilitating the distribution of consultant evaluation surveys. Coordinates and performs informational class visits about WSC resources and collects WSC usage data weekly. Also, will assist with Writing Center consultant and fellow development including supporting recruitment and training courses, making decisions about what kinds of workshops tutors may need, coordinating these workshops, and making decisions to help students with special needs around tutoring. Supports undergraduate Writing Fellows as needed. Organizes and helps to build a sense of community among alumni who were part of the WSAP. 20% Event Management
Organizes WSAP's special events including the annual Undergraduate Writing Colloquium Contest and UR Night to Write, creating posters, coordinating publicity, reserving space, etc. Assists in organization of awards ceremonies, Writing Fellows' Write-a-thon, WSAP Orientation Meeting in late August, Fall Kick-Off Party, and other events as scheduled. Assists the Graduate Writing Project on various tasks related to their programming such as writing boot camps and workshops. Supports faculty with clerical tasks. Updates website content and announcements. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. At least one year of experience tutoring students in either written or spoken communication. The individual in this position must have good judgment and strong customer-relations skills, be an assertive problem-solver and team player with the ability to adjust to changing priorities and challenges in a busy environment. Excellent organizational, interpersonal problem-solving, and written and spoken communication skills. Experience working with students and a background in writing tutoring desirable. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office are preferred. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create
and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location: 755 Library Rd, Room G122, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627 Opening: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 210213 Writing, Speaking, and Argument Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 104 H Compensation Range: $18.65 - $26.11 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities
General Summary: With minimum direction and considerable latitude for initiative and judgment, the Administrative Coordinator III is an active member of the Writing, Speaking, and Argument Program, providing secretarial support to the program. Serves as a writing consultant, tutoring undergraduate and graduate students, and acts as an assistant to the Writing and Speaking Center Director. Assists with various projects, organizes a variety of events, and provides backup to other support staff as needed. This position has the possibility of one remote working day per week. Specific Responsibilities
30% Provides Writing Tutoring
Will provide approximately 10 hours of writing tutoring in the Writing and Speaking Center weekly during the academic year. 30% Secretary/Receptionist
Serves as a program secretary/receptionist; triages phone calls; sorts and routes mail; maintains and purchases office supplies; assists with maintenance and service calls for the program's two copiers, fax machine, and printers; assists with overall maintenance and organization of office space. Responsible for copying, faxing, and scanning documents. Assists administrative assistant and secretary IV as needed with paperwork related to program operations including pay invoices, request for payments, and employee expense reports. Provides cross-coverage in shared clerical office and assists with general office needs including maintaining contact information, library inventory, scheduling rooms as needed, proofreading and editing as required. 20% Supports the Writing and Speaking Center (WSC)
Assists in the day-to-day operation of the Writing and Speaking Center. This involves working with staff to manage the consulting schedule, creating standing appointments, monitoring shift changes, ensuring that the WSAP webpage contains accurate information about WSC, assisting with proofreading and sending of session summary forms, and facilitating the distribution of consultant evaluation surveys. Coordinates and performs informational class visits about WSC resources and collects WSC usage data weekly. Also, will assist with Writing Center consultant and fellow development including supporting recruitment and training courses, making decisions about what kinds of workshops tutors may need, coordinating these workshops, and making decisions to help students with special needs around tutoring. Supports undergraduate Writing Fellows as needed. Organizes and helps to build a sense of community among alumni who were part of the WSAP. 20% Event Management
Organizes WSAP's special events including the annual Undergraduate Writing Colloquium Contest and UR Night to Write, creating posters, coordinating publicity, reserving space, etc. Assists in organization of awards ceremonies, Writing Fellows' Write-a-thon, WSAP Orientation Meeting in late August, Fall Kick-Off Party, and other events as scheduled. Assists the Graduate Writing Project on various tasks related to their programming such as writing boot camps and workshops. Supports faculty with clerical tasks. Updates website content and announcements. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. At least one year of experience tutoring students in either written or spoken communication. The individual in this position must have good judgment and strong customer-relations skills, be an assertive problem-solver and team player with the ability to adjust to changing priorities and challenges in a busy environment. Excellent organizational, interpersonal problem-solving, and written and spoken communication skills. Experience working with students and a background in writing tutoring desirable. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office are preferred. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create
and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.