Communications Faculty

Company: Chadron State College

Job Location: Chadron, 69337

Category: Media and Communication Studies

Type: Full-Time

Nature of Work

Full-time faculty in the CSC Department of Communication with primary teaching emphasis in multimedia journalism and related subfields, including the ability to teach courses in media writing, media law, editing and design, digital publishing, and other courses as assigned by the Dean. The successful candidate will also lead the transition of CSC's traditional student-led weekly print newspaper, The Eagle, to a digital-only delivery model as faculty sponsor. Secondary emphases in strategic communications and/or public relations welcome. The faculty member participates in the department and the institution's communities of learners to foster a culture of inquiry, critical self-reflection, evidence-based decision-making, and a learner-centered environment.

Examples of Work Performed

General Summary: Responsible for providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College.

Essential Duties:

1. Contribute to students' academic growth and development, which includes all of the following.
• Teaching, which includes but is not limited to the following:
1. Have knowledge of and enthusiasm for the subject
2. Maintain competence in the assigned field of specialization and exhibit professional competence in the classroom, studio or laboratory
3. Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning
4. Maintain respect for the student and the student's posture as a learner
5. Organize course and subject matter to acquaint all students with the course requirements including specific objectives, and methods of evaluation
6. Organize course presentations through short-term and long-range outcomes
7. Present abstract ideas and theories clearly
8. Conduct classroom presentations and activities utilizing methods appropriate to reach students of varying educational/experiential backgrounds and learning styles
9. Actively engage students in lectures, discussions or laboratories
10. Coordinate handouts, video and/or online materials and/or articles to update course content
11. Incorporate new methodologies in teaching and technology into classes
12. Encourage student to think for themselves
13. Be flexible and innovative with teaching styles and approaches, as appropriate to the class
14. Be reliable in meeting scheduled responsibilities
15. Be accessible to students; post and maintain office hours
16. Provide regular and timely assessment of student progress
17. Be fair in examinations and grading
18. Participate in program assessment and catalog revisions
19. Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, revise and update existing courses to maintain relevant and current content.
20. Participate in program review and updating requirements
• Advising students, which includes but is not limited to the following:
1. Be knowledgeable about college policies and program requirements
2. Help students plan programs of study
3. Provide students with advice on academic issues and career counseling, tutoring, and other academic support resources
4. Assist in the development, implementation, and assessment of the departmental enrollment management plan, including serving directly in student recruitment, retention, and success strategies
5. Schedule and maintain availability for student advising
6. Establish and maintain timely communication with advisees
7. Provide leadership and supervision for student organizations and activities
2. Professional achievement and continual preparation and study through scholarly and creative activity will vary according to the field, examples of which may include the following:
• Participate in academic organizations related to teaching assignment
• Give scholarly presentations, workshops or performances
• Produce scholarly materials such as original or applied research, manuscripts, articles, book reviews, musical arrangements, or works of art
• Engage in appropriate professional development to enhance performance as faculty member
• Seek external funding through approved grant and contract work related to discipline, as appropriate and assigned
• Provide evidence of achievement within and significance of contributions to field
• Provide evidence of quality and originality of thought or work and breadth and depth of perspective
• Be willing and able to continue individual development and professional productivity as a member of the faculty.
3. Professional services rendered outside the academic discipline in ways other than teaching that contribute to the work of the College vary from individual to individual. Service to the college and community, and profession related to the professional assignment includes the following:
• Participate in campus and community presentations
• Serve on discipline, department, school, and campus-wide committees and initiatives
• Take an active role in discipline, departmental, and school accreditation and reaccreditation activities, as appropriate and as assigned
• Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, consistent with the role and mission of the institution, school and department
• Sponsor student organizations, as appropriate and assigned, and participate in student-based activities
• Provide leadership in professional organizations and/or good citizenship in the community at large
• Foster and sustain collegial relations with campus, community and profession

Secondary Duties:

Other duties as assigned by Dean

Preferred Qualifications

Terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., MFA) in multimedia journalism, mass communication, or closely related field (including ABD)

Interest in serving students from diverse, rural, and underrepresented populations

Experience in effectively using technology to facilitate student learning and to expand student access

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in multimedia journalism, mass communication, or closely related field

Terminal degree required for tenure

Successful secondary and/or post-secondary teaching experience

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