Appalachian State is hiring: Writing Specialist in Boone

Writing Specialist
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Posting Details
Request to Recruit Position Title Writing Specialist Working Location (City, State) Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank N/A Position Number 086511 Department University Writing Center - 202700

Description of University Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference.

As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Position Summary Information Minimum Qualifications
MA in Rhetoric & Composition or related field
Experience teaching or tutoring advanced undergraduates or graduate students in academic writing (at least two years)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Website management abilities
Knowledge of genres and conventions of academic writing

License/Certification Required N/A

Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition or related field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The primary purpose of University College is to provide academic support services. The University Writing Center assists students working on writing projects. Writing Across the Curriculum supports faculty teaching writing across the university.

The primary purpose of the

Writing Specialist

is to provide consultation services to students through the University Writing Center and faculty through the Writing Across the Curriculum Program.

meeting with students and other clients about their writing projects in individual and small group appointments
meeting with faculty in individual consultations about writing and writing instruction
teaching classes and giving workshops on writing
creating resources for writers and writing instructors
managing the University Writing Center’s website
participating in on-going professional development, research, and assessment projects
assisting University Writing Center and Writing Across the Curriculum administrators with program projects and initiatives
serving on university committees

Type of Position
Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with occasional evening hours
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Number of Months Per Year 12
Mandatory Staff No

Suggested Salary Range $49,947

Posting Details Information
Posting Date 08/25/2023

Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins 09/19/2023

Proposed Date of Hire 11/06/2023

Disability Accommodation Information
Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director & ADA /504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or maxeymr@appstate.edu.

AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affi… The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Important Contacts
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu

Executive Director of Access & Equity ( ADA /504 Coordinator, EEO /AA Officer, & Title IX Coordinator)
Office of Access & Equity
123 IG Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828-262-2144)
equalopportunity@appstate.edu

Clery Act: Clery Act Compliance
Division of Institutional Integrity
PO Box 32126
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-8111
clery@appstate.edu
https://police.appstate.edu/clery

Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.

Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. This position may or may not be eligible for H-1B sponsorship; EHRA positions are evaluated on a case‑based basis. To request further information about sponsorship for this position, please contact International Student and Scholar Services and Outreach at issso@appstate.edu.

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