Part Time Public Relations Instructor

Niagara Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 1,388,620 - 2,755,200; Part time

Job summary

SUNY Niagara invites applicants for a part-time Public Relations Instructor in the Communication Studies department. Classes are held on the main campus located in Sanborn, NY. Applications are evaluated on an as-needed basis and candidates may not be notified of status.

Remuneration is $1,008 per lecture hour or $903 per lab hour. Working hours include Mondays and Wednesdays 3:30pm to 4:45pm. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and demonstrate knowledge and experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Public Relations, or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the public relations field.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the delivery format agreed upon.
• Track attendance as needed.
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester.
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communication / Public Relations / related field

Master's degree (Desirable)

Tools

Instructional technology (experience)

Job description

Position Title

Part-Time Public Relations Instructor

Position Category

Faculty

Position Status

FLSA Exempt

Working Hours

Mondays and Wednesdays 3:30pm - 4:45pm

Remuneration

$1,008 per lecture hour / $903 per lab hour

Location

Classes are held on the main campus located in Sanborn, NY.

General Description

SUNY Niagara has a need for a part-time instructor to teach a Public Relations course in our Communication Studies department. In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates, applications will be evaluated on an as‑needed basis. Candidates may or may not be notified of their application status.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the delivery format agreed upon.
• Track attendance as needed.
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester.
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester.

Essential Functions

• Ability to work with and teach a diverse student population.
• Ability to speak in front of groups of people.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with students, co‑workers, supervisors, and the campus community.
• Must be able to develop, prepare and present information.
• Must be able to operate computers.
• Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Public Relations, or related field.
• Demonstrated evidence of knowledge and experience (educational and/or professional) in the public relations field.

Desirable Qualifications

• Master’s degree or terminal degree in Communication, Public Relations, or related area.
• Demonstrated evidence of knowledge of the public relations field and experience administering public relations campaigns.
• Experience teaching college-level courses.
• Experience with instructional technology and teaching in virtual formats.

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.