Tenure-Track Communication Studies Professor (Online & On-Campus)

Imperial Valley College; California (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial Valley College seeks a Communication Studies Professor-Tenure Track for Fall 2027. The position supports teaching communication studies courses, including online delivery, at the Imperial campus and in related programs. Initial salary placement aligns with 177-day schedule and experience.

The candidate will develop curricula, assess outcomes, maintain syllabi, and participate in department and college activities. Equal opportunity employer; continuous appointment follows tenure process.

Qualifications

• Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication.
• Bachelor's in any of the above.
• Master's in drama/theater arts, mass communication or English.
• the equivalent

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in communication studies.
• Demonstrate versatility in instructional methodology and technology and the ability to serve diverse student populations
• Plan, develop, and implement course curricula including curricula to be delivered via distance learning.
• Update course materials and course outlines of record.
• Develop, maintain, and assess student learning outcomes.
• Maintain a current syllabus and provide current course orientation materials for each assigned course.
• Keep current and accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and scholastic progress.
• Post and maintain scheduled office hours.
• Attend and actively contribute to meetings or activities pertinent to faculty responsibilities or assignments including but not limited to department meetings, advisory committee meetings, and academic senate.
• Participate in recruiting and articulation activities with local schools, other community colleges, and four-year colleges.
• Use media aids, the library, and other resources as appropriate.
• Maintain currency in subject matter and developments in the field.
• Communicate with students and staff in a professional manner.
• Be familiar with and observe the Faculty Association Collective Bargaining Agreement and applicable IVC Board Policies and Administrative Procedures.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Education

Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication

Bachelor's in any of the above

Master's in drama/ theater arts, mass communication or English

the equivalent

Job description

Imperial Valley College seeks a Communication Studies Professor-Tenure Track for Fall 2027. The position supports teaching communication studies courses, including online delivery, at the Imperial campus and in related programs. Initial salary placement aligns with 177-day schedule and experience.

The candidate will develop curricula, assess outcomes, maintain syllabi, and participate in department and college activities. Equal opportunity employer; continuous appointment follows tenure process.