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Rutgers The State University Multilingual Writing Specialist in New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Multilingual Writing Specialist
Department Learning Resource Center - C-D
Salary Hourly Rate
Posting Summary

The Specialist will serve as a liaison between the Rutgers English Language Institute (RELI) and the Rutgers Learning Centers (LCs), and will provide individual writing assistance, both in-person and online, to undergraduate and graduate students, across all academic disciplines and subjects, other than those offered through the Writing Program. This position will be filled by a full-time or part-time RELI staff member who serves in a co-adjunct position with the LCs to offer writing support for multilingual students. The Multilingual Writing Specialist provides individual writing assistance, both in-person and online, to undergraduate and graduate students, across all academic disciplines and subjects, other than those offered by the Writing Program. The Specialist works with students at all levels of writing competency and on every aspect of the writing process, from outlining, punctuation, and grammar to thesis statements, paragraph development, and analysis. They provide writing coaching for a broad range of writing, including assigned papers, laboratory reports, research papers, senior theses, doctoral dissertations, and personal statements and statements of purpose for scholarships and for graduate and professional programs. Writing Specialists also work independently, creating materials and resources, such as videos and blogs, that directly address the writing concerns of students and faculty.

Position Status
Posting Number 20FA0190
Posting Open Date 02/18/2020
Posting Close Date
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree in English, the humanities, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of English grammar and usage within the context of assisting multilingual learners with their writing. The Specialist must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to work with students from linguistically diverse backgrounds, patience, and a commitment to student achievement and success.

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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities: Please state the minimum level of education, experience, licenses, certifications, specialized training, specific knowledge, skills, and abilities, needed to effectively perform in the position (software, professional certifications, drivers' license, languages, etc.).

Equipment Utilized

The person will be accessing an in-house data management system for scheduling appointments and completing reports and directing students to complete surveys using Qualtrics survey software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Please state the physical demands and work environment, if any, that are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the key functions of this position.

Overview

The Specialist will serve as a liaison between the Rutgers English Language Institute (RELI) and the Rutgers Learning Centers (LCs), and will provide individual writing assistance, both in-person and online, to undergraduate and graduate students, across all academic disciplines and subjects, other than those offered through the Writing Program. This position will be filled by a full-time or part-time RELI staff member who serves in a co-adjunct position with the LCs to offer writing support for multilingual students. The Multilingual Writing Specialist provides individual writing assistance, both in-person and online, to undergraduate and graduate students, across all academic disciplines and subjects, other than those offered by the Writing Program. The Specialist works with students at all levels of writing competency and on every aspect of the writing process, from outlining, punctuation, and grammar to thesis statements, paragraph development, and analysis. They provide writing coaching for a broad range of writing, including assigned papers, laboratory reports, research papers, senior theses, doctoral dissertations, and personal statements and statements of purpose for scholarships and for graduate and professional programs. Writing Specialists also work independently, creating materials and resources, such as videos and blogs, that directly address the writing concerns of students and faculty.

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Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick
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Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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