Instructors (Journalism and Media Communication) - Open Pool

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 31 Dec 2022

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Working Title Instructors (Journalism and Media Communication) - Open Pool
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work? No
Posting Number 202100416F
Proposed Annual Salary Range $46,000 to $50,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week
Description of Work Unit
This work unit exists to prepare, educate, counsel, and support over 500 majors and pre-majors and nearly 70 graduate students in Journalism and Media Communication skills; prepare students for careers in all areas of media and communication; and support faculty in teaching, research, and creative activities and service.
Tenure/Tenure Track? No
% Research 0
% Teaching 100
% Service 0
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/31/2022
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
The Department of Journalism and Media Communication hires part-time instructors to teach courses in print & electronic journalism, video production, computer-mediated communication, public relations, technical/specialized communication, and related areas.
The open pool is intended to collect applications throughout the year. We draw from this pool if and when the department finds itself in need of a non-tenure track, temporary instructor in a specific area or for a specific class. There may be any number of reasons that we may hire from this pool: temporary sabbatical replacement, instructor replacement (if they find another employment opportunity), retirements, emergency medical leave replacements, etc."
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
Requirements for consideration are bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication or a related program of study and four years of professional media experience and interest in and aptitude for working with undergraduate students.
Preferred Job Qualifications
A master’s degree in an appropriate journalism or communication field is preferred.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include a cover letter that speaks to the minimum and preferred qualifications, CV or resume, and three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Pool end date: December 31, 2022 Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply. Upload any pertinent updated materials at the time of reapplication.
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. 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 Amparo Jeffrey, [email protected]

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