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Assistant – Writing Center – Floyd Campus

Georgia Highlands College (GHC) is a multi‑campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate‑degree and bachelor’s‑degree options both in the classroom and online.

Job Summary

This part‑time position (up to 19 hours per week) is located at the Floyd Campus. The role provides support in the Writing Center to help students develop their writing skills and achieve their academic goals.

Responsibilities

• Support and carry out the college’s mission, values, and strategic priorities in compliance with the mandates and regulations of the University System of Georgia and all associated accrediting agencies.
• Provide one‑on‑one or small‑group assistance to students across various disciplines.
• Schedule and manage appointments for consultations.
• Maintain records of student visits and sessions.
• Assist in developing online resources and content for the Writing Center’s website or learning management system.
• Assist in planning and conducting writing workshops and events aimed at improving students’ writing skills.
• Assist in promoting Writing Center services and events.
• Utilize various software programs and online platforms to facilitate remote sessions.
• Provide basic technical support to students using writing and citation tools.
• Maintain timely and proper communication with students, faculty, and staff of the college via phone, email, and other electronic means.
• Engage in all required reporting for student progress in a timely manner.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Eligibility

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a bachelor’s degree in English or a related discipline.
• Available to work a varying schedule/hour (days, evenings, or weekends) at any GHC location.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial transcripts if applicable

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of Board of Regents policies.
• Knowledge of University System of Georgia policies.
• Knowledge of GHC policies and procedures, and human resources policies.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the preparation of clear and accurate reports.
• Ability to teach writing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at jobs@highlands.edu. For technical support, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251‑2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check to demonstrate eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion. Applicants must also confirm the credentials and employment history reflected in their application materials and, if applicable, pass a satisfactory credit check. Offers are made expressly subject to applicable federal and state laws, the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.