Biblical and Theological Studies Student Assistant - Dr. Kapic 26/27

THIS IS AN UPPERCLASSMAN, STUDENT POSITION. (Student may NOT be classified as FWS)

Expected hours of work per week : 10-14 hours (12 would work great).

Work Location & Hours : Meet with the professor in the office; often work independently, preferably in the library when appropriate.

Qualifications for Position:

• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing(Junion/Senior preference)
• Minimum 2.75 GPA
• Adequate knowledge of the methods of research
• Strong reading and writing skills
• Able to work independently
• Strong character and integrity
• Interest in theology, biblical studies, church history, vocational ministry, seminary, etc., preferred
• Applicant must be a Covenant student

Expected Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work 10-14 hours a week.
• Grade objective portions of exams, quizzes, reading assignments, etc.
• Create PowerPoint Presentations based on the Professor's work
• Proctor exams, quizzes, etc., as needed
• Photocopy essays, books, handouts, etc., as needed
• Carry out basic research for professors' writing projects
• Edit writing materials by professors
• Tutor other students
• Revise/update previous exams, quizzes, notes, etc.
• Audit faculty supervisor's courses if needed
• Regularly report to the faculty supervisor - Office is in Sanderson 206

Resume skills development (NACE Competencies required by employers) to be developed

• Career & Self-Development , including growing in the ability to problem solve, to be self-motivated, and creative in accomplishing assigned work.
• Communication in the form of articulating clear questions and suggestions to the professor, growing ability in written expression, and increasing editorial skills.
• Critical Thinking in the form of problem-solving, being proactive when faced with challenges, and learning to analyze data (e.g., articles, research, etc), all the while learning to summarize and synthesize material.
• Global Literacy is displayed by learning to use the library and develop greater research skills.
• Leadership through engaging in thoughtful and constructive conversations with the Professor regarding various research projects, double-checking exams for fairness and clarity, and advising the Professor in any area you think could improve his teaching, writing, or other areas of work.
• Professionalism by regularly checking in with professors, staying on task, meeting deadlines, ability to work independently, keeping confidentiality with objective grading, etc.
• Teamwork , including working with other students when needing to assist students who are taking the professor's class and may need help. Also, working well with the Professor.
• Technology : become more proficient in applications used in public presentations, such as PowerPoint.

Work Habits (with the alignment of Core Values)

The College asks its staff members the following fundamental work habits:

• Do good work. (Service, Diligence, Faithfulness)
• Take ownership of your job. (Selflessness, Diligence, Resourcefulness, Enterprising, Creative)
• Be punctual. (Service, Diligence, Integrity, Faithfulness)
• Dress professionally and appropriately for your job. (Humility)
• Make suggestions when appropriate. (Resourcefulness, Enterprising, and Creative)
• Communicate openly and honestly. Seek to resolve differences in accordance with the scriptural patterns summarized in the Staff Manual policy on Fair Treatment as well as the Grievance and Appeals Procedure. (Integrity, Faithfulness)
• Attend chapel services at least once per week, on average. (Integrity, Faithfulness)

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

Sitting: Remaining in the seated position

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) 25-50 lbs.

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or to the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.