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AY MSCS Mess Editor (WS-ST2)

St Olaf College

Northfield, MN • On-site

$11.75 - $12.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 13 hours ago

Job description

Job Title: Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (MSCS) Student Mess Editor

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

Department Name: Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science 

Unit Number (5 digits): 11220

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  

Contact Person/Supervisor: MSCS Academic Administrative Assistant

Wage Range: $11.75-12.75/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): 

Writer for the monthly Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (MSCS) Mess. 

Transferable Skills: 

  • Communication

  • Independent

  • Creative

  • Meet goals and deadlines

  • Resourceful

Duties and Responsibilities May Include: 

  • Choose content and write the article(s)

  • Enter information in the newsletter from other sources i.e. professors

  • Prepare the newsletter and send in for proofing

  • Distribute newsletter via email

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 

  • Attention to detail

  • Must be familiar with MSCS faculty, staff, students, events, and clubs

  • Completion of at least two MSCS classes preferred

  • Good writing skills


This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.


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