Writing Consultant III

Texas A&M University System; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, TX seeks a Writing Consultant III to provide advanced one-on-one writing support to graduate students within the Graduate School. The role also manages an academic resources website and collects annual statistics for reporting.

The position involves editing journal articles and theses, coaching students to improve scholarly voice, and guiding thesis topics from idea to proposal while collaborating with faculty.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field.
• Four years of related experience as writer/editor/teacher or tutor in a writing center, including graduate student work.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced tutoring on writing, speaking and media skills.
• Consults with classes/departments on writing or media matters.
• Review and provide feedback to graduate students’ work.
• Assist structure and development of ideas for graduate students.
• Instruct on strategies to develop writing skills.
• Edit journal articles and theses.
• Coach students to develop scholarly voice and self-confidence.

Skills

Multitask

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable field

Tools

Word processing applications

Job description

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 [e-mail]

• 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

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.