Competition Number: J0226-0716
Position Title: Digital Learning and Writing Specialist
Position Number (Final): 00508886
Vacancy Type: New Position
Employee Group: Support Staff - USW Local 2010
Job Category: Academic Support and Student Services
Department or Area: Student Success
Location: Kingston, Ontario, Canada (On-site)
Salary: $68,920.00 - $84,043.00/Year
Grade: 08
Hours per Week: 35
Job Type: Permanent (Continuing)
Shift: 7 Monday - Friday
Number Of Positions: 1
Date Posted: April 17, 2026
Closing Date: May 10, 2026
Additional Information:
The schedule for this position requires the incumbent to work variable hours, including regular attendance at early morning meetings.
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Job Summary
A Brief Overview
Reporting to the Manager, Outreach, Student Academic Success Services (SASS), the Digital Learning and Writing Specialist (DLWS) works collaboratively with the SASS team and across the university to support the academic success of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students at Queen's. The DLWS brings expertise in digital and inclusive pedagogies, foundational skills and proficiency in academic writing, and the ability to translate academic skills and strategies to digital modalities. The DLWS will coordinate and contribute to the development, maintenance, and evaluation of SASS' digital materials—resources, interactive modules, and soci