Tutor/Data and Communications Manager, Writing Center - $8.50/hour

Messiah College - Mechanicsburg, PA

Part-time - Intern

Mechanicsburg, PA

Educational Services

About the position

As a tutor, the Writing Center Tutor / Data and Communications Manager assists clients with writing tasks at all stages of the writing process. The focus is on sharing strategies with examples rather than doing the work for the client. As a data manager, the Writing Center tutor / data and communications manager also tracks, analyzes, and presents on the Writing Center's client survey data. As a communications manager, the Writing Center Tutor / Data and Communications Manager creates promotional content, maintains and updates the Writing Center's websites and social media accounts, and coordinates the planning and execution of the Writing Center's promotional efforts.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with invention, drafting, revising, and editing strategies with examples.
• Track, analyze, report on, and present on the Writing Center's client survey data.
• Create promotional content (mass e-mails, social media posts, short videos, posters, etc.).
• Coordinate the planning and execution of Writing Center events (Writing Nights, student engagement fair, class visits, etc.).
• Maintain and update the Writing Center website and Writing Center LibGuide.
• Manage and regularly update the Writing Center's Instagram and Facebook accounts.
• Take photos of events and other WC activities and headshots of tutors every semester.
• Partner with librarians and other campus staff to promote Writing Center.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of two semesters at Messiah.
• Must e-mail a cover letter discussing interest in and qualifications for the position.
• Must provide the name of a faculty reference the Writing Center can contact.
• Must submit an academic writing sample.
• Must provide a communications portfolio (consisting of social media posts, newsletters, web writing, posters, design work, etc.).

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Messiah's Writing Center (i.e. past work as a Writing Center tutor or past visits to the center to receive tutoring).
• Strong knowledge of the skills, concepts, and conventions associated with academic writing, especially thesis-driven essays and research papers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to get along with co-workers and to work as part of a team.
• Ability to take initiative and to work reliably and independently.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized, capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in graphic design software.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, specifically Forms and Sheets, and in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in social media management, event planning, marketing, videography, and/or photography.

Benefits

• $8.50/hour pay rate.
• Flexible work schedule.