Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I become a writing consultant?
Please contact WLC Exectutive Director Marco Ortiz if you would like to apply to become a writing consultant: marco.ortiz@richmond.edu.
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What is the difference in the consulting jobs?
If you work drop-in hours, in many cases may not see a draft of a writer’s work in advance. Your schedule will be fixed each week.
If you are assigned to a class, you will work with the students and instructor of that course throughout the semester. You will have an appointment schedule available in the WLC Student Portal, and when students search their course in the "Request Services" menu, your schedule and drat submission link will populate. All appointments and draft work should be recorded in your portal.
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When and how do I complete employment paperwork?
When your position is confirmed, the Weinstein Learning Center will officially hire you via Workday.
If you have never worked on campus before, you will also need to complete pre-employment paperwork, which is submitted in person at the Office of Human Resources. Please bring original, unexpired I-9 documents in order to complete the paperwork. This step is urgent; without completing the paperwork, you cannot be hired and begin working for the Center.
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How am I paid?
You will check in and out for all time worked via Workday and submit your hours in this system every other week. See the relevant Workday job aids for instructions; other payroll information and schedules can be found here.
All new hires will need to complete job paperwork for taxation and immigration purposes. Please see this page to prepare the documents needed to verify your eligibility to work.
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What’s the workload?
Beyond hours worked during drop-in shifts, those consultants assigned to classes should expect to consult with 12-16 students at least twice per semester. Consultants are paid for all time worked, including time spent reading and commenting on papers and writing summary reports.
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If I’m studying abroad, teaching, or doing an internship, will I lose my job?
Not at all. To stay on the roster, fill out your preference form online, and let the program administrators know when you will again be available to work.
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I’m getting requests for writing help from friends and dorm residents. What do I do?
Share the WLC Student Portal with your friends and encourage them to book an apointment or attend drop-in hours. Consider signing up for a drop-in shift and inviting friends to come and see you during your shift!
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When I write a report using the online form, how soon should I complete it?
Ideally, send in a form within twenty-four hours of the meeting. Faculty often ask for missing reports!