Adjunct of Communications

Job Purpose

The purpose of this position is to provide instruction for Speech Communication courses.

Essential Job Functions

• Teach COMM 2025 Fundamentals of Communication Courses offered primarily for conventional in-person classes with potential for some Hybrid or Desktop Video Courses through Microsoft Teams, Zoom or other technology.
  • Prepare course syllabi, course materials, evaluate student learning, and maintain class records.
• Participate in curriculum development, student recruiting, advising, placement, and division/departmental meetings.
• Complete goals and objectives for the individual, the department/division, and the college.
• Complete educational outcome measures and academic reporting as required.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or a minimum of 18 credit hours in Communication or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated proficiency teaching with technology.
• Evidence of demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the comprehensive community college philosophy.

Behavioral Core Competencies

• Empowers and motivates students to learn effectively.
• Teaching competence in Communication and applicable software with the ability to communicate effectively and to interact with campus and community positively.
• Strong motivational skills are essential.
• Attends all meeting required for adjunct instructors.
• Works effectively with other faculty and administrators within the department, the division, and the college to provide well-developed courses and programs of study.
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.

Leadership & Supervisory

This position has no supervisory responsibilities, but is expected to participate as part of a team in conjunction with other faculty and as a member of the Behavioral and Social Sciences division.

Environment & Working Conditions

• Office environment is temperature controlled with occasional fluctuations, well lit, and free from loud noises and unnecessary interruptions.
• This position requires travel and teaching in the high schools.

Physical Demands (including Requirements For Travel Or Working Nights/weekends/holidays)

• Large amounts of time spent looking at computer monitors could lead to some eye strain, stress, or headache issues.
• Operation of standard office equipment including copier and fax machine.
• Repetitive stress injuries could occur.
• Travel to local areas may be required.