Program Assistant Writing Beyond the Prison USC
Overview
The Program Assistant will lead grant funded workshops for incarcerated writers at USC's Dornsife Prison Education Project. You will recruit editors coordinate manuscripts and provide support across three 16 week sessions. This part time fixed term role offers competitive compensation and unique impact.
What You'll Do11
- 1Recruit vet and train volunteer editors for each workshop
- 2Coordinate manuscript flow and enforce timelines
- 3Implement systems for processing and storing submissions
- 4Communicate with authors via digital platforms and mail
- 5Lead weekly working groups and one on one coaching
- 6Ensure manuscripts meet publishing standards
- 7Provide additional editing and format when needed
- 8Report progress to Readers’ Circle and UBFSF leadership
- 9Support Workshop Assistant with manuscript delivery logistics
- 10Collaborate with correctional staff to meet mailing requirements
- 11Prepare reports for grant partners
Requirements9
- 15+ years organizing volunteer programs
- 2Experience with administrative support services
- 3Strong time management and multitasking abilities
- 4Excellent written communication for remote interactions
- 5Familiarity with Google Workspace applications
- 6Commitment to social justice through writing
- 7Ability to work independently and solve problems
- 8Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 9Previous experience with incarcerated populations preferred
Salary Insight
$52 - $54k per year
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