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About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the Writing Center Coordinator and efforts of the Writing Center for Albany State University's East and West Campuses and the online Center environment, while also providing varied guiding support for Writing Center assigned student workers. The unique needs of each student contribute to the complexity of the position. Success in this position contributes to the successful education of students and to compliance with accreditation standards. This position is funded through grant funding. Continuation of employment is based upon the availability of funds.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operations of the Writing Center.
• Provides varied guiding support for the work of tutoring personnel and assigned student workers.
• Tutors students in writing.
• Conducts orientation sessions for classes.
• Provides resources for midterm and final exam preparation.
• Assists in the selection and maintenance of materials and equipment.
• Assists in maintaining the orderliness of the Writing Center.
• Aids in coordinating scheduling, coverage, and duties of the Center, Peer Tutoring, and Tutoring on Demand (TOD) platform for Writing Center representation.
• Aids in performing tasks related to tracking, data collection, and reporting, utilizing student information systems (SIS) such as Banner and EAB.
• Serves on assigned committees and task forces.
• Performs related duties as assigned, to include coverage of duties assigned to the Writing Center Coordinator and Assistant in their absence.
• This position has varied guiding support for the work of tutoring personnel and assigned student workers.

Required Qualifications

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field; completion of a baccalaureate degree in English or Writing is preferred.

Experience sufficient to understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunit in the department in order to support within the department, usually interpreted to require a minimum of one year of related experience.

Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

Cover letter.

Resume.

Unofficial transcripts.

A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644, or by email at support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Institutional Values

Excellence

We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect

We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community

We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork

We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning

We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have :

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community.

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.

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