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Work type: Staff
Location: Long Beach
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time
Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)!
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives.
As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer.
Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California’s future—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.
Job Summary
The College of Education Advanced Academic Writing Specialist will provide high quality, targeted and customized writing support, idea/topic development support for doctoral, other graduate students, and faculty individually and in group in person and virtual settings with dissertation, thesis and scholarly and policy writing (e.g. workshops, seminars, etc.). Build and maintain an infrastructure for writing support including workshops, seminars, scheduling systems, and managing requests for writing support for diverse learners.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide writing coach support. Support doctoral, other graduate students and faculty individually and in group settings with dissertation, thesis and scholarly and policy writing through 1-1 consultation, in small groups, classroom visits, workshops, seminars and other methods and hold routine office hours.
- Writing workshops/seminars. Develop a routine writing workshop and seminar series to support doctoral students and other academic writers. Topics may include: finding your scholarly voice, using word processing software (e.g. tracked changes), APA, use of AI, etc., writing in your second/third language, developing self sufficiency in your writing, writing expectation in graduate school, translating, empowerment and ownership in the writing process, writing anxiety.
- Develop and maintain writing assessment and referral system. Assess student writing, develop an assessment process for matriculated students, and refer writers to appropriate editing support and services (e.g. APA, formatting, tables, etc.).
Department
Educational Leadership
Time Base
1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment
This is a regular/probationary position.
Classification
Student Services Professional III
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
- Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $5,540 - $6,087 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
- CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $5,540 - $7,893 per month.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
- Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
- Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
- Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
- Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their position. Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated effectiveness in providing academic writing support to doctoral and master’s students, including thesis and/or dissertation writing coaching/support, experience helping students understand faculty feedback, including on dissertation/thesis and academic course papers, experience helping faculty understand student writing challenges and needs, including on dissertation/thesis and academic course papers, and demonstrated history of providing academic writing support for diverse students at the graduate level, with demonstrated effectiveness in online, hybrid courses and/or in person modalities and contexts, and experience providing feedback to students using critical theories and/or critical methodologies (qualitative and/or quantitative) in their dissertations/thesis.
They will organize panel presentations and workshops on writing and publishing, including organize and facilitate graduate writing accountably groups and writing retreats to support timely completion of dissertations/thesis and course assignments, assist graduate students and faculty in setting and refining their short- and long-term academic writing goals, and foster a culture of continuous learning by identifying academic writing skill gaps and recommending appropriate development opportunities to improve by emphasizing a culture of writing as a developmental, skills-based process among graduate students. They will have the ability to collaborate with the faculty and staff department team to develop writing initiatives and interventions for graduate students, including conducting writing assessments to identify students’ individual writing strengths, skill and areas for improvement.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
- Equivalent to a bachelor's degree with upper or graduate coursework in counseling and guidance, human relations, or related fields and three years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas required.
- Previous experience engaging dissertation and doctoral students
Licenses / Certificates
- Valid CA Driver's License preferred.
Employees who are required to operate motorized vehicles and/or use their personal vehicle more than once a month on University business are required to take a mandatory Defensive Driving course and enroll in the DMV Employee Pull Notice (EPN) Program.
Application Procedures
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that all sections of the online application are completed fully and accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects (10 pounds or less).
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Advertised: Nov 06, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Nov 20, 2026 (11:55 PM) Pacific Standard Time
Work type: Staff
Location: Long Beach
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time
Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)!
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives.
As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer.
Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California’s future—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.
Job Summary
The College of Education Advanced Academic Writing Specialist will provide high quality, targeted and customized writing support, idea/topic development support for doctoral, other graduate students, and faculty individually and in group in person and virtual settings with dissertation, thesis and scholarly and policy writing (e.g. workshops, seminars, etc.). Build and maintain an infrastructure for writing support including workshops, seminars, scheduling systems, and managing requests for writing support for diverse learners.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide writing coach support. Support doctoral, other graduate students and faculty individually and in group settings with dissertation, thesis and scholarly and policy writing through 1-1 consultation, in small groups, classroom visits, workshops, seminars and other methods and hold routine office hours.
- Writing workshops/seminars. Develop a routine writing workshop and seminar series to support doctoral students and other academic writers. Topics may include: finding your scholarly voice, using word processing software (e.g. tracked changes), APA, use of AI, etc., writing in your second/third language, developing self sufficiency in your writing, writing expectation in graduate school, translating, empowerment and ownership in the writing process, writing anxiety.
- Develop and maintain writing assessment and referral system. Assess student writing, develop an assessment process for matriculated students, and refer writers to appropriate editing support and services (e.g. APA, formatting, tables, etc.).
Department
Educational Leadership
Time Base
1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment
This is a regular/probationary position.
Classification
Student Services Professional III
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
- Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $5,540 - $6,087 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
- CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $5,540 - $7,893 per month.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
- Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
- Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
- Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
- Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their position. Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated effectiveness in providing academic writing support to doctoral and master’s students, including thesis and/or dissertation writing coaching/support, experience helping students understand faculty feedback, including on dissertation/thesis and academic course papers, experience helping faculty understand student writing challenges and needs, including on dissertation/thesis and academic course papers, and demonstrated history of providing academic writing support for diverse students at the graduate level, with demonstrated effectiveness in online, hybrid courses and/or in person modalities and contexts, and experience providing feedback to students using critical theories and/or critical methodologies (qualitative and/or quantitative) in their dissertations/thesis.
They will organize panel presentations and workshops on writing and publishing, including organize and facilitate graduate writing accountably groups and writing retreats to support timely completion of dissertations/thesis and course assignments, assist graduate students and faculty in setting and refining their short- and long-term academic writing goals, and foster a culture of continuous learning by identifying academic writing skill gaps and recommending appropriate development opportunities to improve by emphasizing a culture of writing as a developmental, skills-based process among graduate students. They will have the ability to collaborate with the faculty and staff department team to develop writing initiatives and interventions for graduate students, including conducting writing assessments to identify students’ individual writing strengths, skill and areas for improvement.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
- Equivalent to a bachelor's degree with upper or graduate coursework in counseling and guidance, human relations, or related fields and three years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas required.
- Previous experience engaging dissertation and doctoral students
Licenses / Certificates
- Valid CA Driver's License preferred.
Employees who are required to operate motorized vehicles and/or use their personal vehicle more than once a month on University business are required to take a mandatory Defensive Driving course and enroll in the DMV Employee Pull Notice (EPN) Program.
Application Procedures
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that all sections of the online application are completed fully and accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects (10 pounds or less).
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Advertised: Nov 06, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Nov 20, 2026 (11:55 PM) Pacific Standard Time
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Top Industries Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in writing specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism, or a related field
- Demonstrated portfolio of writing samples across multiple formats or industries
- Proficiency with content management systems such as WordPress or similar platforms
- Strong editing and proofreading skills with attention to grammar and style guidelines
- Experience collaborating with subject matter experts to translate complex information clearly
- Familiarity with AP Style, Chicago Manual of Style, or an equivalent style standard
Tips for Your Writing Specialist Job Search
Tailor your portfolio to the industry
Hiring managers for writing specialist roles weigh portfolio samples heavily. Pull samples that match the industry you're targeting, a healthtech company wants patient-facing copy or clinical summaries, not lifestyle blog posts, even if the writing quality is identical.
List the content types you've owned
Generic phrases like 'content creation' get skimmed. Your resume should name the exact formats you've produced: white papers, in-app microcopy, email sequences, SOPs, or regulatory submissions. Specificity tells a hiring manager exactly where you slot in.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists writing specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match your sample length to the role
If the job description emphasizes long-form thought leadership, don't lead with 200-word social captions. Read the posting for clues about format preference, then reorder your portfolio so your strongest relevant sample appears first.
Prepare for an on-the-spot writing prompt
Many writing specialist interviews include a timed exercise, a short brief you turn into copy in 20 to 30 minutes. Practice writing clean first drafts quickly on unfamiliar topics so the pressure of a live prompt doesn't hurt work you'd normally nail.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Writing specialist roles vary wildly in what 'writing' means day to day. Before discussing compensation, ask which content types you'll own, how much editing versus origination the role involves, and whether a style guide exists. Scope shapes workload and growth.
Writing Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most writing specialists?
The companies hiring the most writing specialists right now include L3Harris, Tarrant County College, and Midland College, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Industries with the heaviest hiring activity include healthcare, enterprise software, and financial services.
How many writing specialist jobs are remote?
About 0% of writing specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more remote-accessible professional roles. Technical writing and UX writing sub-specializations tend to have the highest share of fully remote postings, while communications and content roles in regulated industries more often require on-site or hybrid presence.
How do you become a writing specialist?
Start by building a portfolio that shows range, blog posts, instructional content, marketing copy, or technical documentation depending on your target industry. A degree in English, communications, or journalism is common but not always required if your samples are strong. Seek out staff or contract writing roles to accumulate bylines and style-guide experience, then specialize in a content type or industry vertical to increase your competitiveness for senior openings.
Can you get hired as a writing specialist with little experience?
Yes, entry-level writing specialist roles exist, but employers expect to see writing samples even from candidates without formal job history. Freelance projects, volunteer communications work, internal newsletters, or class assignments all count as portfolio material. Targeting smaller organizations or nonprofits first gives you a faster path to building the bylines and editor feedback that make your resume competitive for larger employers.
What does the writing specialist interview process look like?
Most writing specialist interviews run two to four rounds. The first is typically a recruiter screen covering background and availability. A hiring manager then reviews your portfolio in a structured conversation, asking you to walk through specific samples and explain your process. Many employers follow this with a writing exercise or take-home assignment before a final interview with the broader team or a content lead.
Where can I find and apply to writing specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to writing specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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