Overview Position Number: 941540 Full Time or Part Time: Full Time Anticipated Recruitment Range: $47,379 - $74,000 Position Type: Non-Faculty Job Category: Non-Faculty Instructional & Research Organizational Unit: University Writing Center, East Carolina University About the Role The University Writing Center employs peer-consultants to provide writing tutorial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students, in person and online. The Assistant Director does not primarily teach; the role focuses on tutor training and overseeing writing consultants. The Assistant Director may be the instructor of record for a special credit-bearing course and provides professional development sessions related to writing, writing instruction, digital writing/composing, and document design for faculty and students. Responsibilities Consultant Supervision – 60%: supervise day-to-day work of the University Writing Center (UWC) and Online Writing Lab (OWL); develop and revise consultant schedules for onsite and OWL operations; coordinate with faculty to arrange in-class workshops; address questions from faculty and staff; develop web-based materials for UWP/UWC/OWL. Staff Development and Evaluation: assist the UWC Director with staff development, weekly meetings, and preparation of consultants to lead UWC and classroom-based writing consultations; assist with observation and evaluation of consultants; collaborate on improvements to OWL for Distance Education. Student Consultation: consult with students in onsite and online sessions about writing concerns to stay current in writing center practices. Campus Outreach 20%: develop and conduct workshops in the Digital Studio; support outside programs and projects (e.g., dorm tutoring, community engagement); explore funding for innovative writing and tutoring projects; collaborate on grant writing and data collection and reporting. Scholarship 10%: stay current in scholarship and research on writing, writing centers, tutor training, and digital composing; participate in local, regional, and national writing center conferences; author or contribute to related publications when feasible. Leadership 10%: demonstrate leadership to improve UWC, OWL, and UWP; represent the programs on university committees as appropriate. Qualifications Minimum Education/Experience: MA in English or related field (e.g., rhetoric/composition or writing studies) from an accredited institution. License or Certification: None Preferred Experience/Skills: Ph.D. in Composition and Rhetoric; 3 years of writing center experience including administrative experience; online writing lab experience; knowledge of administration theories and practices; proficiency in online instruction for writing; strong written and verbal communication skills. Application Instructions Applications should be submitted online at using the position number 941540 . Candidates must complete a profile, submit a cover letter noting relevant writing center experience, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three references. Official transcripts and 2–3 official letters of reference are required upon employment. For inquiries, contact Dr. Nikki Caswell (caswelln@ecu.edu). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Open Date / Screening Open Until Filled: Yes Initial Screening Begins: 09/29/2025

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