Writing Specialist
North Carolina Central University
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Writing Specialist
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Posting Details
Position Information
| Working Title | Writing Specialist |
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| Position Number | 612082 |
| Appointment Type | Permanent - Full Time |
| Tenure Track | No |
| FTE | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months |
| If time limited, duration date |
Position Overview
| Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The NCCU School of Law Academic Success Program provides a variety of resources to ensure students develop the skills needed to succeed academically in law school. Through the tutorial program, workshops, one-on-one guidance, and readily available resources, all students have access to information to enable them to become effective and successful law students. Academic Success also operates a Lending Library. The Library is a collection of supplemental materials to help students study and prepare for exams. The materials are available to students to use without the expense of purchasing their own copies. |
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| Primary Purpose of Position | The person hired for this position will serve in the School of Law’s Academic Success Program (ASP) as a writing specialist. The Writing Specialist will work with the Associate Dean of Academic Success, Director of Academic Support, Director of Bar Preparation, and Academic Success Specialists to develop a writing skills course to teach to law students to supplement the Academic Success Curriculum. Once developed, the Academic Success Instructor will be expected to teach this class once each semester. Additionally, the Academic Success Instructor will conduct workshops and one-on-one conferences and will actively assist students to hone legal writing and analysis skills. |
| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
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| Minimum Education/Experience |
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| Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation | N/A |
| Equal Opportunity Employer | North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
| Function | Instructional |
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| Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | The Writing Specialist will develop and teach a writing skills course to supplement the Academic Success courses to address grammar, syntax, and other legal writing issues. The Writing Specialist will coordinate and conduct workshops for the ASP. The employee will conduct lectures to assist students, especially those who have need for remediation. The employee will conduct regular office hours as necessary to facilitate student success in the ASP. The employee will meet with students who have either been identified by their professors or self-identified with deficits in writing skills. |
| Function | Administrative |
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| Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | The Writing Specialist will maintain and submit accurate records of services rendered for ASP recordkeeping. The employee will plan, organize, and administer various projects as designated by the Associate Dean of Academic Success. The employee will maintain confidentiality when performing duties and responsibilities of the position. |
| Function | Public Service |
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| Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | The Writing Specialist will serve on various Law School and University committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. Participate in campus and community events. The employee will demonstrate an overall sensitivity and understanding of diversity throughout the execution of job duties. The employee will communicate and work cooperatively with colleagues on matters regarding ASP initiatives and activities. The employee will use independent judgment and take initiative in solving problems and making decisions. |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | EPA02446P |
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| Open Date | 04/11/2022 |
| Date desired for closing or initial review | |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Date Position Available | |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References
- Writing Sample
- DD-214 (Veterans Only)
Supplemental Questions
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