Weber State University is hiring: Office Assistant, Writing Center in Ogden

Overview

Please see Special Instructions for more details. To apply, complete this online application. Be sure to upload a writing sample, preferably a sample of your academic writing. Then complete the two steps below.

1. Fill out and submit a Writing Center-specific application form to Claire Hughes. The form is available at: https://apps.weber.edu/wsuimages/WritingCenter/Documents/OAApplication.pdf
2. To be considered for this position, please visit the Writing Center, EH 210, for a face-to-face meeting and ask for Claire Hughes.

This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire, and applicants will be notified.

Position Information

Position Title: Office Assistant, Writing Center

Requisition Number: H00180P

Position Category: Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location: Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week / Months per year / Alternate work schedule: See posting

Pay Grade / Pay Rate: Hourly pay rate starting at $12.00/hour with increases to $13.50/hour upon completion of training and certification (usually within one semester)

Summary: The Office Assistant (OA) performs foundational duties of Writing Center functioning and assists the Writing Center Coordinator with a variety of critical tasks, including forwarding phone calls and taking messages as needed.

• Open the Writing Center and DELC each morning and close the centers each night (depending on shift).
• Help students schedule tutoring sessions, online and in-person.
• Assist students at the front desk with login and check-in for sessions.
• Serve as liaison between tutors and students to manage session times and tutor assignments.
• Assist students with time management and exploring appointment options or due dates.
• Support customer relations by helping students with computer logins, phone assistance, and general inquiries.
• Organize and update online and printed forms for Writing Center and DELC stations; perform copying and other office duties as needed.

Note: This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. The pool expires after a period, and applicants will be notified.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a WSU student with GPA 3.0 or higher
• Demonstrated writing proficiency
• Interpersonal and customer service skills
• Word processing, internet, and email skills
• Appropriate office organization and ability to support program goals
• Interest in contributing to the success of others, leadership opportunities preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Willingness to contribute beyond basic job requirements
• Interest in developing interpersonal, technical, and leadership skills in a supportive environment

Additional Details

Background check: No

Notes to Applicant: To apply, complete this online application and upload a writing sample, preferably an academic writing sample. Then complete the two steps above.

Physical Activity and Requirements: This position requires sedentary work, ability to sit for long periods, occasional light lifting, and the ability to interact with others and access computer systems.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Other Document 1

Optional Documents