Assistant Director of the Writing Center
Montana State University
Position Details Position Information Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26023 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Jess Carroll
Director of the Writing Center
jcarroll@montana.edu
Classification Title Managing Director Working Title Assistant Director of the Writing Center Brief Position Overview The MSU Writing Center seeks an Assistant Director to work with our team in carrying out the vision of the MSU Writing Center. The Assistant Director will contribute to the ongoing development of the peer tutoring program; provide academic outreach and support to the institution at large; and partner with faculty and programs across campus to provide specialized writing support. Position Number 4C5638 Department Writing Center Division College of Letters & Science Appointment Type Professional Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Exempt Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $52,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type LOA If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details General Statement The MSU Writing Center, through its peer tutor programs and faculty partnerships, provides increased access to educational programming for student writers across Montana State University. The MSU Writing Center’s vision is to create a dynamic, collaborative environment that fosters and maintains a vibrant community of writers across the MSU campuses. The Writing Center serves all MSU students. Writing Center tutors meet individually or in groups with students of all abilities and backgrounds at any stage in their writing processes. In addition to working with the students at MSU, Writing Center staff collaborate with faculty to build partnerships that support the teaching of writing within the disciplines and across the curriculum. At the core of all Writing Center programming are the peer tutors.
The Assistant Director reports to the Writing Center Director and will work closely with the Director and the Academic Program Coordinator in carrying out the vision of the Montana State University Writing Center. The Assistant Director has the primary responsibility of coordinating with and assisting the Director in campus outreach; providing supervision for the peer tutoring staff and contributing to the tutor education program; and playing an active role in developing and implementing Writing Center partnerships. In addition, the Assistant Director will stay current in writing center scholarship and developments in generative AI technologies and will keep abreast of the evolving needs for writing support across campus. The Assistant Director may develop and facilitate instructional workshops and materials for students and faculty across the disciplines, as well as for undergraduate and graduate tutors. Duties and Responsibilities Work with the Director to provide outreach and support to the institution at large:
Stay current in the need for writing support across campus and in writing center scholarship; Represent the Writing Center in University meetings, committees, or task forces when needed; Manage Writing Center outreach and assist with events for the University and community; Track and maintain usage statistics for the Writing Center.
Assist the Director in the ongoing development of the peer tutoring program:
Recruit peer tutors from a variety of disciplines; Coordinate and maintain the schedule of graduate and undergraduate peer tutors; Help supervise tutors at two Writing Center locations and online; help develop, maintain, and update appropriate policies and procedures; Contribute to tutor education by leading workshops, facilitating tutor groups, mentoring and observing individual tutors, and helping orient new tutors; Manage online tutoring resources. Contribute to managing operations at three Writing Center locations.
Assist with meeting faculty requests for Writing Center support:
Build and maintain relationships with faculty and program directors/coordinators across the university; Develop and implement Writing Center workshops and class presentations in collaboration with campus partners; Develop new models of peer tutoring support; Help develop and coordinate course partnerships, as well as writing groups and events for graduate students. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Master’s Degree in TESOL, English, Composition and Rhetoric, Creative Writing, Education, or a closely related field. Knowledge of current writing center theory and practice. Successful experience teaching writing in the classroom Significant successful experience tutoring and/or mentoring tutors in a writing center. Experience managing and supervising others in a productive and efficient environment. Experience facilitating trainings and workshops in an educational setting. Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Experience working with graduate writers, multilingual writers, and writers in STEM fields. Knowledge of current Writing Across the Curriculum or Writing in the Discipline theory and practice. Experience working with generative AI writing technologies in educational settings. Experience working with WC Online software and/or other relevant scheduling software. Experience working with Microsoft Online programs. Experience developing online educational modules. Knowledge of MSU organizational structure, policies and procedures. The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrates superior written and oral communication skills. Demonstrates innovation and flexibility, for example ability to think of teaching and learning as occurring in a variety of settings, and to think creatively about how learning occurs. Demonstrates strong decision-making skills and initiative. Demonstrates ability to be a team player as well as to work independently. Demonstrates strong presentation and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates an ability to work with a broad range of constituencies including students, staff, faculty, university administrators, funding agencies, professional associations and organizations. Maintains a high degree of accuracy in one’s work. Possesses skills to deal with sensitive or difficult situations effectively. Demonstrates an ability to be reflective about work. Demonstrates the ability to maintain a calm, pleasant and positive demeanor even in difficult situations. Willingness to attend conferences and other professional events to stay current in writing center theory and practice. Position Special Requirements/Additional Information This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This position has supervisory duties? Yes Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search. Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on July 21, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Special Instructions EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
Director of the Writing Center
jcarroll@montana.edu
Classification Title Managing Director Working Title Assistant Director of the Writing Center Brief Position Overview The MSU Writing Center seeks an Assistant Director to work with our team in carrying out the vision of the MSU Writing Center. The Assistant Director will contribute to the ongoing development of the peer tutoring program; provide academic outreach and support to the institution at large; and partner with faculty and programs across campus to provide specialized writing support. Position Number 4C5638 Department Writing Center Division College of Letters & Science Appointment Type Professional Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Exempt Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $52,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type LOA If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details General Statement The MSU Writing Center, through its peer tutor programs and faculty partnerships, provides increased access to educational programming for student writers across Montana State University. The MSU Writing Center’s vision is to create a dynamic, collaborative environment that fosters and maintains a vibrant community of writers across the MSU campuses. The Writing Center serves all MSU students. Writing Center tutors meet individually or in groups with students of all abilities and backgrounds at any stage in their writing processes. In addition to working with the students at MSU, Writing Center staff collaborate with faculty to build partnerships that support the teaching of writing within the disciplines and across the curriculum. At the core of all Writing Center programming are the peer tutors.
The Assistant Director reports to the Writing Center Director and will work closely with the Director and the Academic Program Coordinator in carrying out the vision of the Montana State University Writing Center. The Assistant Director has the primary responsibility of coordinating with and assisting the Director in campus outreach; providing supervision for the peer tutoring staff and contributing to the tutor education program; and playing an active role in developing and implementing Writing Center partnerships. In addition, the Assistant Director will stay current in writing center scholarship and developments in generative AI technologies and will keep abreast of the evolving needs for writing support across campus. The Assistant Director may develop and facilitate instructional workshops and materials for students and faculty across the disciplines, as well as for undergraduate and graduate tutors. Duties and Responsibilities Work with the Director to provide outreach and support to the institution at large:
Stay current in the need for writing support across campus and in writing center scholarship; Represent the Writing Center in University meetings, committees, or task forces when needed; Manage Writing Center outreach and assist with events for the University and community; Track and maintain usage statistics for the Writing Center.
Assist the Director in the ongoing development of the peer tutoring program:
Recruit peer tutors from a variety of disciplines; Coordinate and maintain the schedule of graduate and undergraduate peer tutors; Help supervise tutors at two Writing Center locations and online; help develop, maintain, and update appropriate policies and procedures; Contribute to tutor education by leading workshops, facilitating tutor groups, mentoring and observing individual tutors, and helping orient new tutors; Manage online tutoring resources. Contribute to managing operations at three Writing Center locations.
Assist with meeting faculty requests for Writing Center support:
Build and maintain relationships with faculty and program directors/coordinators across the university; Develop and implement Writing Center workshops and class presentations in collaboration with campus partners; Develop new models of peer tutoring support; Help develop and coordinate course partnerships, as well as writing groups and events for graduate students. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Master’s Degree in TESOL, English, Composition and Rhetoric, Creative Writing, Education, or a closely related field. Knowledge of current writing center theory and practice. Successful experience teaching writing in the classroom Significant successful experience tutoring and/or mentoring tutors in a writing center. Experience managing and supervising others in a productive and efficient environment. Experience facilitating trainings and workshops in an educational setting. Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Experience working with graduate writers, multilingual writers, and writers in STEM fields. Knowledge of current Writing Across the Curriculum or Writing in the Discipline theory and practice. Experience working with generative AI writing technologies in educational settings. Experience working with WC Online software and/or other relevant scheduling software. Experience working with Microsoft Online programs. Experience developing online educational modules. Knowledge of MSU organizational structure, policies and procedures. The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrates superior written and oral communication skills. Demonstrates innovation and flexibility, for example ability to think of teaching and learning as occurring in a variety of settings, and to think creatively about how learning occurs. Demonstrates strong decision-making skills and initiative. Demonstrates ability to be a team player as well as to work independently. Demonstrates strong presentation and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates an ability to work with a broad range of constituencies including students, staff, faculty, university administrators, funding agencies, professional associations and organizations. Maintains a high degree of accuracy in one’s work. Possesses skills to deal with sensitive or difficult situations effectively. Demonstrates an ability to be reflective about work. Demonstrates the ability to maintain a calm, pleasant and positive demeanor even in difficult situations. Willingness to attend conferences and other professional events to stay current in writing center theory and practice. Position Special Requirements/Additional Information This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This position has supervisory duties? Yes Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search. Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on July 21, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Special Instructions EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
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