Instructor - Business Communications

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 24 Mar 2024

Posting Details
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Working Title Instructor - Business Communications
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number 202400052F
Proposed Annual Salary Range $51,500-$57,500
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Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description of Work Unit
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB accredited business school which enrolls more than 4100 undergraduate students in 10 business concentrations and the business administration minor and is the largest undergraduate major on campus. In addition, the college enrolls approximately 1500 students in five different MBA programs and three department-based graduate programs in the Master of Accountancy, the Master of Computer Information Systems, and the Master of Financial Risk Management.
The Department of Management is one of five departments in the College of Business. The department has a strong record of teaching and research accomplishments as well as a collegial work environment. There are three primary areas in the department including supply chain management, human resource management/organizational behavior, and entrepreneurship/strategy. The Department currently has 17 tenured/tenure track faculty members, 10 contract/continuing faculty members, and serves approximately 3000 undergraduate business majors, over 1400 undergraduate business minors, and 1400 MBA students. The MBA is offered in residence and via Colorado State University’s accredited online learning programs.
Tenure/Tenure Track? No
% Research 0
% Teaching 90
% Service 10
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 03/24/2024
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date 08/16/2024
Position End Date
Position Summary
The Department of Management invites applications for the position of Continuing Instructor of Business Communication. This is a 9-month non-tenure track position with benefits. The teaching load for this position is 8 sections with schedule to be determined by the Department chair. This position addresses teaching needs in Business Communications.
Specific Responsibilities include teaching Business Communication courses in the undergraduate program. Evening and on-line teaching may be required. Instructors are responsible for all aspects of course delivery, including syllabus production, lecturing, meeting with students, and assigning final grades. Some courses have multiple sections and several instructors/lecturers/professors, and thus instructors are required to coordinate syllabi, all course content, and grading standards in a team environment.
The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the Department of Management will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Signing Bonus?
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
  • Applicants must have formal training and experience in Business Communication demonstrated by either a master’s degree in an area of business or a closely related discipline combined with 4 or more years of professional expertise in communications or a master’s degree in communication or English combined with 4 or more years of substantive business experience.
  • Applicants must also have a demonstrated ability for quality teaching and have multiple semesters (3 or more) of experience teaching.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with:
  • Directly relevant teaching experience,
  • Relevant professional experience,
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching Business Communication,
  • Experience with artificial intelligence (ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot)
  • Ability to effectively coordinate with other members in the Department and College to improve the content and delivery of departmental courses, and
  • Positively contribute to a collegial atmosphere.
Special Instructions to Applicants
An application packet will consist of: 
  • A cover letter indicating interest in the position at Colorado State University along with a description of the applicant’s ability to meet the position’s required and preferred qualifications; 
  • A vita;
  • Evidence of teaching effectiveness; 
  • A statement of commitment to diversity and inclusion; and 
  • Contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. 


    • For full consideration, applications should be received no later than 11:59pm MST March 24, 2024 to https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/141361 ; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please direct inquiries to Michael Gross, Search Committee Chair at [email protected]. Inquiries will be treated confidentially. Application materials of finalist candidates will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Management.
    CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
    Background Check Policy Statement
    Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
    EEO Statement
    Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
    The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
    The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
    The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
    Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
    Diversity Statement
    Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
    Search Contact Michael Gross, [email protected]

    Essential Duties


    Job Duty Category Service to Department, College, University and Discipline
    Duty/Responsibility
    • Serve on Committees at departmental, college and university levels. 
    • Serve the discipline through activities such as committee membership on academic society committees and reviewing for journals and conferences.
    Percentage Of Time 10
    Job Duty Category Instructional Course Delivery
    Duty/Responsibility
    • Deliver instructional course material via multi-media teaching techniques in relevant subject areas in prescribed delivery format.
    • Construct course syllabus adhering to College of Business assurance of learning outcomes and departmental standards.
    • Administer course through Colorado State University’s learning management system.
    Percentage Of Time 90

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