Professional Writing Consultant - Temporary Hourly

Position Summary

Understand that "good writing" comes in many different shapes and forms. Collaborate with students in all aspects of writing, including brainstorming, organizing, drafting, revising, editing, and project management. Participate in ongoing training. Welcome all writers into the Writing Center, no matter where they are in their writing process.

This position is a Temporary position that is not benefits-eligible.

This position does require enrollment in a PERA retirement account.

Duties/Responsibilities

Being a professional consultant comes with the following responsibilities:

• Working one-on-one with diverse clients in 50-minute sessions, which can include synchronous and asynchronous online sessions
• Fostering a safe or brave space
• Empowering clients
• Working as part of a team working to improve writers' processes
• Being self-directed and open to feedback
• Participating in continuing education events and activities
• Advocating for social justice on campus and beyond
• Representing the Writing Center at campus events and workshops
• Helping the Writing Center continue to evolve to meet challenges
• Completing documentation of sessions

Required Qualifications

We are looking for professional consultants who have:

• A bachelor's degree and an interest in facilitating the growth of other student writers
• Compassion, empathy, and good communication skills
• A growth mindset or the interest in developing one
• Punctual for scheduled shifts
• An understanding and/or awareness of writing pedagogy and different writing processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual or non-native English speaker
• Experience working in a writing center or an openness to learn about different approaches to writing consulting
• Experience (personal or professional) with disability and/or neurodiversity
• A desire to be part of a community of other people interested in writing and personal growth
• A willingness to work collaboratively with the staff, consultants, and leadership to improve the Writing Center
• Open-mindedness about what constitutes a "good writer"

Work Hours

Scheduling is flexible. Up to a maximum of 19 hours per week. Hybrid scheduling available.

Open Until Filled

The University's benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan.Visit MSU Denver'sbenefits websiteto learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.