"Communication Faculty"

Communication Faculty

Company: Red Rocks Community College

Job Location: Lakewood, 80228

Category: Media and Communication Studies

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $65,000.00 - $78,000.00 Annually

Location: Lakewood, CO

Job Number: 01058

Division: Academic Affairs & Workforce Innovation

Department: Communication

Closing Date: 1/14/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

To Apply
Submit a resume, unofficial transcripts, and a cover letter addressing the job announcement.

Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.

RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.

Summary of Position

The Communication Faculty is a full-time, 9-month/166-day position. The faculty member is responsible for teaching 15 credits each fall and spring semester. Courses may be taught using both traditional and non-traditional delivery methods, including face-to-face, online, computer-aided, distance learning, self-paced, and interdisciplinary. Faculty may need to teach at any RRCC campus and at a variety of times (days, evenings, and some weekends).

The faculty member develops and evaluates curricula, ensures alignment with community needs and regulatory requirements, documents curriculum changes based on assessments, implements retention strategies, and integrates technology into coursework. Additional responsibilities involve maintaining office hours, assisting with departmental duties, providing academic advising to students, participating in college events, serving on committees, and representing the college in the community. Professional development is a key component of the role, with opportunities for growth to support both teaching and service functions aligned with the college's goals.

RRCC is committed to creating a community of best practices in facilitating teaching, learning, and student success. As such, we seek faculty who will be engaged members of the college community through active service on committees, collaboration with colleagues, and who possess a commitment and passion to facilitating improved outcomes for students and communities the college serves.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, organization, and time management skills.
• Technology proficiency.
• Ability to collaborate in diverse teams while demonstrating respect for differing perspectives and fostering a positive work environment.
• Ability to mentor and train students in argumentation, debate formats, and public speaking skills.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communication, Speech Communication, or related field OR Master's degree plus 18 graduate credit hours in Communication, Speech Communication, or related field + Tested experience may be used in lieu of the degree requirement on a case-by-case basis.
• Experience teaching and/or training various subjects within the discipline.
• Demonstrated experience with speech and debate, including competitive participation, coaching at the collegiate or secondary level.
• Experience supporting or developing a forensics program, debate team, or co-curricular civil discourse initiative.
• Actively seek opportunities for professional growth by embracing challenges, learning from feedback, engaging in professional development, and applying new strategies to improve your practice.
• Demonstrated commitment working with and supporting students from diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate on and facilitate grant-funded initiatives, including working with internal and external partners on proposal development, project execution, and assessment.

Advertised Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $78,000, commensurate with education and experience. This salary is based on 166 contract days. The projected start date for this position is August 1, 2026. This is a full-time, 9-month, FLSA exempt position. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System. Faculty may have the option to teach additional course overloads in accordance with college policies and procedures for additional compensation.

To Apply

All applicants must submit:

1. Resume
2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.
3. Unofficial transcripts

Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Candidates may redact any personally identifiable information on their materials including but are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.