Writing Coordinator
Job Summary Using skills as a seasoned, experienced professional, applies the full range of knowledge and strategies related to learning skills for students. Works independently, receiving guidance in unusual or particularly complicated situations.
The role of the Writing Coordinator in the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) involves overseeing either a student services unit or a team of tutors/mentors within the School of Nursing to provide writing support services to students.
The Writign Coordinator will report to the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, but also work closely with other OSA departments, School of Nursing faculty and programs, the Office of Academic Programs, Student Life and Library.
This oversight of the writing services provided is guided by a student-centered and data-driven approach. Responsibilities include crafting policies and procedures for the student services program, shaping the unit's long-term organizational objectives in collaboration with the supervisor, and effectively managing both financial and human resources under the supervisor's guidance.
The Student Writing Support Program at UCSF's School of Nursing (SON) offers paper reviews, writing workshops, a scientific writing course, and writing diagnostics. Student editors are available to assist (SON) registered/enrolled students with assignments, academic papers, scholarship/fellowship applications, or other SON student role related work.
The objective of the Student Writing Support Program is to provide comprehensive writing assistance and resources to registered/enrolled students. This includes offering paper reviews, conducting writing workshops, facilitating a scientific writing course, and providing writing diagnostics. Additionally, the program aims to empower students by offering the support of student editors who can assist with assignments, academic papers, scholarship/fellowship applications, and other tasks relevant to their roles within the SON community.
Additionally, the position entails setting unit goals and objectives, particularly in areas such as student writing support and associated programs, in alignment with supervisor input.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles) Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role. For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Department Description A vital part of a world-renowned health sciences campus, the UCSF School of Nursing fosters excellence, diversity, and innovation in everything it does. With more than 150 faculty members serving in advisory and leadership capacities in policy, health care delivery, and clinical and translational research, the School has remained a leader in the preparation of nurses and sociologist for careers in academics and research; and is a leader in research funding awarded by NIH to schools of nursing. The student body of approximately 45500 students is enrolled in programs of student from the pre-licensure level through post-doctoral fellowships. The graduate specialties consistently rank among the best in US News & World Report assessments of professional graduate programs. The Dean's Office provides the essential operational structure and resources to support the School's academic, research and clinical efforts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Three years of related experience in writing and student support.
- Knowledge of advising and writing support techniques.
- Interpersonal skills
- Multicultural competencies; ability to work with diverse populations.
- Ability in problem identification and reasoning.
- Skills in service orientation, organization, active listening, and critical thinking.
- Knowledge of University processes and procedures.
- Understanding of University rules and regulations.
- Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines; outstanding ability to prioritize competing demands effectively; ability to manage multiple requests and implement several projects simultaneously while managing various priorities.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional and efficient manner; ability to interact with diverse groups including students, faculty, staff, external agencies, and the public.
- Ability to demonstrate verbal and written communication skills; strong writing skills to prepare reports and other communications.
- Knowledge in designing and implementing learning and pedagogical models.
- Knowledge of strategies in critical thinking, reading, writing, note taking, test taking, time management, and goal setting.
- Skills in judgment and decision-making.
- Knowledge of current research and theoretical models that influence the application and delivery of academic services (e.g., discipline specific, student-population specific).
- Knowledge of program development, data gathering, assessment, and evaluation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of University-specific computer application programs and pertinent databases.
- Ability to multi-task; verbal and written communication skills.
- Minimum one+ year of related experience in student affairs, higher education (College/University) administration or administrative analysis.
- Experienced knowledge of specific learning theory, learning styles, affective issues, academic issues, and socio-cultural / linguistic issues in applying academic support to students.
- Knowledge of how learning skills issues apply to a research institution.
- Knowledge of academic curricula.
- May require knowledge of NCAA policies, rules, and regulations.
- Multicultural competencies, knowledge and experience working and interacting effectively with diverse groups of staff, faculty, and student populations.
About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Code and Payroll Title 004550 STDT ACAD SPEC 3
Job Category Support Services
Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Location San Francisco, CA
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