"Communications Faculty"

Full job description

Columbia State Community College is seeking an enthusiastic Communications Faculty member to teach a variety of communication courses, including public speaking and interpersonal communication. This full-time, 9-month position involves delivering instruction across multiple formats, developing curriculum, and supporting student success through advising and institutional service.

Job Purpose: A full-time faculty is responsible for delivering instruction in various formats (on-line, in person, video-conferencing, or any combination of methods) in the discipline(s) for which she/he has been employed. Instruction may take place at any of the colleges campuses, at a clinical partner facility, or at a designated temporary location. Faculty also provide academic advising and facilitate student success. Technology tools are routinely used to communicate with and support students.

Faculty participate in divisional and institutional activities related to the colleges mission, engage with communities of interest, and promote college programs.

All positions are onsite-in-person unless specifically noted.

This is a 9-month term position located on the Columbia Campus.

Essential Functions:

• Must be able to deliver instruction and evaluate student learning in all instructional delivery formats offered by the specific department at the college and at any of its teaching locations. Formats include but are not limited to in-person, online, hybrid, live streaming, and clinical.
• Within a minimum workweek of 37.5 hours, faculty are expected to teach a minimum of 15 hours and hold in person and virtual office hours as defined in College Policy.
• Maintain an environment conducive to learning.
• Be responsible for course and, when appropriate, laboratory preparation.
• Actively participate in curriculum and program development, revision and evaluation.
• Provide academic advising to students with an emphasis on retention and success.
• Remain current in the teaching area(s) through appropriate professional development activities.
• Actively participate on divisional and institutional committees.
• Collaborate in building and maintaining relationships within and beyond the institution.
• Contribute appropriately to pursuit and achievement of program, division, and institutional mission and strategy.

Supplemental Functions:

• Actively participate in institutional and, as appropriate, community activities that support the institution's mission.
• Support and follow Columbia State's, TBR and other applicable policies and guidelines.
• Continue to develop professionally.
• Utilize technology as a tool for enhancement of operation, instruction and services.

Job Specifications

Education, Training and Experience Required:

• Masters degree in Communications or closely related field, OR a Masters degree and at least 18 graduate semester hours (27 graduate quarter hours) in Communications or closely related field is required.
• College teaching experience is desirable.
• Doctorate and higher education experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Work Characteristics: The ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English and in the language in which the course is taught; the knowledge and/or experience to instruct using a variety of instructional delivery modes; the ability to relate to a diverse faculty, staff and student population; the ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and community members; the ability to function effectively as a member of a team.

Working Conditions: Faculty members are expected to be available for day and evening classes and for assignments at any of the institution's centers or sites. Normal sitting and movement in a classroom and the ability to manipulate and move audiovisual equipment both in the classroom and from one location to another.

Titles Supervised: Work-study students

This is a 9-month term position located on the Columbia Campus.

About Columbia State Community College: As Tennessees first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to increasing access and enhancing diversity at all five of our campuses. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents. Columbia State is known for excellence both inside and outside the classroom.

Columbia State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents