Writing Consultant (Undergraduate)

Salary/Position Classification

• $16.50 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 7-10 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND undergraduate students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist student and faculty writers at any stage of the writing process, on topics from any discipline, through face-to-face and distance sessions
• Provide helpful feedback and insights regarding writing in general and/or in response to an individual writer's task or draft
• Provide an opportunity for writers to obtain a readerly perspective on their work
• Foster a positive experience with writing and with the writing center
• Welcome, respond to, and assist visitors to the writing center as they arrive
• Take responsibility for routine maintenance of the center and record-keeping, including reporting to faculty as appropriate
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and other professional development as provided
• Speak to groups of students about the writing center as required

Required Competencies

• Strong writing skills, demonstrated via a writing sample from previous courses
• Strong oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated via an interview and via reports from faculty recommenders
• A high level of professionalism, demonstrated via an interview and faculty recommendations

Minimum Requirements

• Strong writing skills, demonstrated via a writing sample from previous courses
• Strong oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated via an interview and via reports from faculty recommenders
• A high level of professionalism, demonstrated via an interview and faculty recommendations
• Completion of college writing courses, including ENGL 130 (or equivalent)
• Strong GPA, generally 3.5 or higher
• Undergraduate student with at least sophomore standing at the university
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
• Resume and Cover Letter
• Academic Writing Sample (solo authored by the applicant and not a creative writing piece)
• Two Faculty contacts for references
• Unofficial Transcript(s)
• Fall Availability/Schedule

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.