Reading, Writing and Career Specialist

Viterbo is seeking two Reading Writing and Career Specialists to provide writing reading study skills and career-related support for students through individual meetings tutoring and workshops. The role also promotes HUB and TRIO services supports program activities collaborates with departments and maintains student records. Candidates should have a bachelors degree in English or a related field experience working with college students and strong communication and organizational skills. This is a permanent 12-month fulltime administrative position.

We have two positions open under this title. One will support TRIO students and relies on grant funding; one supports all students and is funded by the University. The interview pool and process will be the same for these two positions as the responsibilities and qualifications do not differ.

Responsibilities:

• Support and advise undergraduate students in all aspects of writing and in all stages of the writing process; conduct workshops about the writing process.
• Prepare and conduct 1:1 meetings and group workshops about various time management testing study skills and reading topics.
• Visit classes to promote TRIO or HUB for Student Success services.
• Collaborate with academic departments including the Education and Social Work Departments to help students achieve program writing requirements (Writing contracts).
• Provide tutoring for the writing portion of graduate/professional school entrance exams.
• Participate in the organization of activities and programs related to the Student Support Services program including but not limited to STAR and Early Bird Orientation (EBO).
• Serve as co-advisor for the TRIO Tribune.
• Serve on appointed and elected university committees.
• Maintain accurate records at all times and complete Time & Effort reporting in a timely manner
• Carry out other responsibilities as delegated or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree (masters preferred) in English or related field.
• Minimum two years of experience working with college students.

Skills:

• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a department that requires adaptability to changing academic needs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Organized professional and sensitive to the unique needs of college students.

To Apply: Please complete the online employment application form and upload a letter of interest highlighting your experiences to support your candidacy. CV/resume and three professional references.

Alignment: Viterbo University seeks employees who will embrace the University mission and incorporate our values into their day-to-day work.

Mission: The Viterbo University community prepares students for faithful service and ethical leadership.

Values: In keeping with the tradition of our Franciscan founders we hold the following core values:

• Contemplation reflecting upon the presence of God in our lives and work
• Hospitality welcoming everyone we encounter as an honored guest
• Integrity striving for honesty in everything we say and do
• Service working for the common good in the spirit of humility and joy
• Stewardship practicing responsible use of all resources in our trust

About the University: Viterbo University is a private not-for-profit Catholic Franciscan institutions founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1871. Viterbo offers a student-centered liberal arts education with a wide range of undergraduate graduate and professional programs. Located in La Crosse Wisconsin the university is nestled along the scenic Mississippi River and surrounded by the stunning bluffs. The local area combines natural beauty with a vibrant welcoming community offering opportunities for outdoor recreation arts and culture. Together Viterbo and La Crosse provide an exceptional place to live work and make a difference.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship at this time.

The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex or engage in sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the university operates. Title IXs mandate not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to students employees applicants for employment and other persons in all aspects of the universitys programs activities and operations. Inquiries regarding how Title IX applies to the university may be referred to the university Title IX coordinator to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights or to both.

Contact information for the Title IX coordinator is available at Experience:

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