At Holy Cross, we are focused on creating a world-class workforce by attracting and retaining employees dedicated to fostering a culture of professionalism, pride, mutual trust, and respect—one that values appreciation and recognition, empowering each of us to flourish both individually and collectively. We seek candidates who are inspired by our mission and values, and who are eager to make a meaningful difference on our campus. Learn more about Life at Holy Cross here.
The Center for Writing tutor and office coordinator provides individualized support for college writers and manages logistics that support a dynamic, multifaceted college writing across the curriculum program. This position requires the candidate to have significant writing center tutoring experience. The tutor is responsible for addressing the needs of students (including English language learners, students with disabilities, students working on thesis projects) who require more intensive intervention than peer writing consultants provide. This includes establishing regular meetings and learning goals for these students. This position is a full time, fully benefited term opportunity which will extend through June 30, 2027.
Job Description
Major Responsibilities
Assist Center for Writing directors in preparing and coordinating key programs, including:
- Writer’s Workshop peer tutoring centerFaculty Writing FellowsFaculty writing retreatsRhetoric and Composition minorPassport
- Prepare and update the Writer’s Workshop schedule.
- Distribute materials to event attendees.
- Develop newsletter templates.
- Confirm classroom session requests.
- Conduct campus outreach throughout the semester.
- Prepare and facilitate student workshops on specific writing topics.
- Organize research and assessment materials.
- Assist with supervising student employees.
- Approve and report student time cards by established deadlines.
- Perform other event coordination duties as needed.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Serve as an administrative assistant for the Center for Writing.
- Communicate with campus stakeholders through email and other digital platforms.
- Monitor and maintain office spaces, supplies, and equipment.
- Print documents and prepare materials.
- Schedule and organize meetings and events.
- Coordinate catering.
- Complete budget-related activities through Workday, the College’s records, payroll, and purchasing platform.
Expected Workload
- Approximately 20 hours per week as a writing tutor.
- Approximately 15 hours per week performing administrative and program coordination tasks.
- Some flexibility in scheduling is necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
- MA in Rhetoric/Composition preferred.
- At least one year of graduate-level work in a relevant discipline required.
- Two years of writing center tutoring experience required.
- At least one year of college-level teaching or professional tutoring experience preferred.
- Experience with WCONLINE highly desirable.
- Additional consideration for candidates available Sunday afternoons or evenings during the academic semester.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with digital media.
The hourly range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00.
Weekly Hours:
35
Annual Work Schedule:
44 week
(For Seasonal and Temporary Positions, this will be determined by the manager)
Application Instructions
For all administrative and academic positions, please upload a current resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please reflect on how your professional and personal values align with the Mission of the College.
For all other positions, resume and cover letters are optional, but your most up-to-date work experience and educational background are required.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, priority consideration will be given to applications submitted within 30 days of the posting date.
Additional Information
To review our generous benefits options, please review our detailed information here or check out our Benefits at a Glance.
The College also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process in compliance with law. Please contact Human Resources for questions or to request an accommodation via email at hr@holycross.edu, or by calling 508-793-3391.
The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning Equal Opportunity in the workplace.
The College does not provide immigration sponsorship for staff positions. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
