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Job Title: Federal Work Study Program - Student - Writing Center Assistant- Floyd
Location: GHC - Floyd Campus
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 292615
About Us
Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor¿s degree options both in the classroom and online.
We are a growing and progressive institution with opportunities for great employees to grow in a fast-paced and challenging work environment that encourages employee wellness and overall success. Our combined efforts at GHC have led to numerous awards, honors, and countless stories of success for students and employees. This includes our most recent honor of being recognized as one of the semifinalists for the 2023 and 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
Job Summary
This position provides support for various functions at the Georgia Highlands College Writing Center.
This position is at our Floyd location
Must be a current GHC student Currently enrolled for at least six (6) credit hours (in most instances
Responsibilities
Is responsible to understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodies
Conducts individualized sessions to support students with brainstorming, organizing, drafting, revising, and editing student writing assignment(s)
Provides constructive, respectful feedback on content, structure, clarity, and mechanics without rewriting the student's work
Maintains accurate records of sessions and follows Writing Center protocols
Utilizes and promotes Writing Center resources such as handouts, workshops, and class visits
Performs other duties as assigned.
This is not a Supervisory position
The Writing Center Coordinator will assign tasks and direct work of this position.
Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent and current GHC undergraduate student with:
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) currently being met
Current-Year FAFSA on file with all verifications and any other requirements complete
Currently enrolled for at least six (6) credit hours (in most instances)
Some prior experience is preferred but not required. Job specific training will be provided.Proposed Salary
$12.00 per hour
19 hours per week max.
Required Documents to Attach
Cover Letter
Resume
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge and ability to operate Microsoft office software
Understanding of customer service with experience
Ability to follow specific directions
Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately
Ability to work independently on a task and utilize appropriate critical thinking, decision making, and problem solving within area of responsibility
Ability to demonstrate prompt and regular attendance Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at jobs@highlands.edu
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Location: GHC - Floyd Campus
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 292615
About Us
Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor¿s degree options both in the classroom and online.
We are a growing and progressive institution with opportunities for great employees to grow in a fast-paced and challenging work environment that encourages employee wellness and overall success. Our combined efforts at GHC have led to numerous awards, honors, and countless stories of success for students and employees. This includes our most recent honor of being recognized as one of the semifinalists for the 2023 and 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
Job Summary
This position provides support for various functions at the Georgia Highlands College Writing Center.
This position is at our Floyd location
Must be a current GHC student Currently enrolled for at least six (6) credit hours (in most instances
Responsibilities
Is responsible to understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodies
Conducts individualized sessions to support students with brainstorming, organizing, drafting, revising, and editing student writing assignment(s)
Provides constructive, respectful feedback on content, structure, clarity, and mechanics without rewriting the student's work
Maintains accurate records of sessions and follows Writing Center protocols
Utilizes and promotes Writing Center resources such as handouts, workshops, and class visits
Performs other duties as assigned.
This is not a Supervisory position
The Writing Center Coordinator will assign tasks and direct work of this position.
Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent and current GHC undergraduate student with:
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) currently being met
Current-Year FAFSA on file with all verifications and any other requirements complete
Currently enrolled for at least six (6) credit hours (in most instances)
Some prior experience is preferred but not required. Job specific training will be provided.Proposed Salary
$12.00 per hour
19 hours per week max.
Required Documents to Attach
Cover Letter
Resume
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge and ability to operate Microsoft office software
Understanding of customer service with experience
Ability to follow specific directions
Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately
Ability to work independently on a task and utilize appropriate critical thinking, decision making, and problem solving within area of responsibility
Ability to demonstrate prompt and regular attendance Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at jobs@highlands.edu
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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