Student Assistant - Writing Center

About Us

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the states designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. As one of only three selective state institutions in the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs that emphasize an expansive liberal arts education focused on critical thinking. Through personalized attention and award-winning, high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, and study abroad, GCSU prepares leaders, problem solvers and life-long learners for successful careers. The university offers small class sizes and personalized attention for optimal student engagement in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through experiential learning. The universitys beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia and located only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta.

Georgia College & State University is committed to protecting academic freedom and supporting the freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgias Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.

Job Summary

The Student Assistant in the Writing Center greets visitors with a friendly and professional demeanor, answers routine inquires relative to rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Schedules appointments, performs miscellaneous clerical work including, responding to emails, answering the phone, and maintaining spreadsheets and files. Assists co-workers and the Director as needed to ensure successful Center operations.

Responsibilities

Marketing, Communication - 40%

Greet visitors with a friendly and professional demeanor.

Answer routine inquires relative to rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Scheduling, Record-keeping - 45%

Perform miscellaneous clerical work including responding to emails, answering the phone, and maintaining spreadsheets and files.

Assist co-workers and the Director as needed to ensure successful Center operations.

Other - 15%

Assist co-workers and the director as needed.

Required Qualifications

Other Required Qualifications

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to understand and respond to oral and written instructions and ideas.

Required Experience

Currently enrolled at GCSU in 6 credit hours.

Ability to work a flexible schedule around class commitments.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Minimum GPA of 3.0; Instructor recommendation

Preferred Experience

Experience in office work.

Proposed Salary

The proposed salary is $10/hour.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

SKILLS

Excellent communication skills, proficient computer skills, including MS Office suite, Teams meetings, Information Technology skills, and knowledge of Instructional Technology.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individuals age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individuals protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individuals protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position will not travel

This position does not require security clearance.