Writing Jobs in Polson, MT (NOW HIRING)

DEPARTMENT:      

Student Services

PAY RANGE:    

7, $22.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on education and experience; .81 FTE, 40 hours per week during the academic year, 20 hours per week during the summer; benefit eligible.

Unlock Exceptional Benefits at FVCC (Worth ~$25K)! You'll receive generous employer contributions towards your Health/Vision & Dental, up to 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 12 holidays. Plus, build your future with the Montana Teachers' Retirement System and a 403(b) match up to 7%. And that's not all - Public Loan Forgiveness plus invest in your continued education when you explore Tuition Waiver benefits for you and your dependents!

FLSA:          

Hourly/Non-Exempt

CLOSING DATE:

Open Until Filled

SUMMARY
The Writing Lab Instructional Specialist assesses writing competencies and develops individualized instruction for writing across the curriculum. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Instructs students in writing skills through individualized instruction in the Writing Lab.
• Reviews classroom assignments; consults with instructors in identifying needs of students in writing.
• Cooperatively, with students, develops learning strategies to enhance competencies.
• Develops resources (handouts, worksheets, web content) for the Writing Center and conducts writing workshops and classroom presentations. 
• Identifies barriers to student success and develops a plan to overcome barriers; monitors academic progress.
• Provides classroom presentations and collaborates on development of marketing materials to promote services.
• Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignments.
• Monitors and tracks student attendance in the Writing Lab; recommends methods and policies for continuous improvement to supervisor. 
• Attends related trainings, workshops, and professional development. 
• Cross trains to perform other departmental and team functions; backfills for staff as needed. 
• Actively participates in the development of a climate that promotes and supports innovation and efforts to continuously improve services to students, faculty, and the College.
• Creates and maintains a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintains effective working relationships. 
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
• Advances the mission of FVCC by serving on or convening committees and contributing in the community in college-related activities.
• May instruct writing courses as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Reports to the Dean of Student Success.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in English, writing, education, or related area AND one year of experience with individualized or group instruction/teaching; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in English, writing, education, or related area AND three years of experience with individualized or group instruction/ teaching; OR,
• An equivalent combination of higher education in English, writing, education, or related area AND three years of experience with individualized or group instruction/ teaching

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environment
• Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC         
• Ability and willingness to serve as an ambassador for the College by interacting appropriately with the college community and community
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships    
• Ability to follow and issue directions                
• Demonstrated communication, technology, presentation, customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds    
• Ability to intermittently work non-traditional schedules including evenings, weekends, etc.
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels        
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality                
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check                    
• Ability to respond in the event of an emergency    
• This is a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry.    Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/careers-at-fvcc; paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted for open positions.  FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration. Additionally, applicants are required to submit the following documents by uploading them to the online application:

• Letter of application indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detail your work experience as it relates to the position's Knowledge, Skills and Abilities; and
• A current, comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae; and,
• Unofficial transcripts for all degrees held AND/OR Professional Certifications (if more than one transcript or certification, combine and upload as one document).  As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will submit official transcripts for all d degrees held and applicable certifications to FVCC HR prior hire.  Only transcripts from accredited institutions will be accepted.), and
• Three professional references, with complete contact information, must be provided on the application form. Professional references must be individuals most familiar with applicant's work experience, skills, and work behaviors and supervisory experience. Do not list family and friends for professional references.

EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS, REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Prior to any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume.  Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:  FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law.  These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.  

FVCC BOARD POLICY:  The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/board-administration/board-of-trustees/board-policies

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES:  FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process.  No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ACT:  Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans’ Preference laws do not, however, guarantee Veterans a job, nor do they give Veterans’ preference in internal actions such as promotion, transfer, reassignment, and reinstatement.  Applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file.  To claim Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veterans' Preference Form (form is available at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to HR@fvcc.edu. Claims for Veterans' preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.    

WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION:  Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision, FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security.  To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.