Jefferson College is hiring: Faculty - Communication in Hillsboro

Position Details

Position Title : Faculty - Communication

PIN : 762000

Classification Summary : The full-time faculty at Jefferson College generally have a work week of 35-40 hours, of which 15 hours are scheduled for instruction, and 10 hours are scheduled for office hours. Given the diversity of faculty schedules (clinicals, laboratories, rehearsals, studios, etc.) which require additional contact hours, and the variety of institutional commitments beyond the 25 scheduled hours, it is clearly understood by all parties that faculty work activities exceed the scheduled hours, and that some of these additional hours are performed both on and off campus. In addition, all parties recognize that a flexible five-day work week (5 of 7 days) expectation is reasonable. Modification to the five-day work week for faculty with unusual regular day and night class schedules will require written approval of the President.

Minimum Education and / or Training and Experience : Master’s degree in the subject matter field for assignments in transfer programs or hold a valid vocational certificate for assignments in vocational-technical programs.

Preferred Education and / or Training and Experience : Required : Master’s degree in the subject matter or related field. Must have training and experience in digital media production. Preferred : Strongly prefer a candidate with teaching experience, particularly at a community college or with first-generation college students. Knowledge of Adobe Suite and other digital production and editing software.

Licensing Requirements : None

Essential Job Function

These are the job duties that are required of the position.

Classification Duties

• Be responsible to the Dean, Associate Dean, and / or instructional Program Director.
• Carry out the policies developed by the Board of Trustees as interpreted and executed by the administration.
• Teach classes assigned by the Dean, Associate Dean, and / or instructional Program Director.
• Successfully complete yearly teaching assignment.
• Meet classes at and for the time scheduled.
• Prepare and file with the Dean, Associate Dean, and / or instructional Program Director course syllabi for new and revised courses and follow, within reason, such guides for courses already established.
• Prepare and file with the Dean, Associate Dean, and / or instructional Program Director a list showing the author, title, publisher, date of publication, and list price, if known, of all textbooks, required readings, workbooks, or manuals which students must purchase for their courses.
• Prepare and file with the Dean, Associate Dean, and / or instructional Program Director a bibliography of library books required for use in each course.
• Prepare requests for instructional materials, such as books, maps, audio visual aids, and supplies, and submit them to the Associate Dean and / or instructional Program Director when requested for the purpose of budget planning.
• Keep accurate records of class attendance and grades of students and submit them to the Registrar.
• Attend faculty meetings and Commencement.
• Develop a 10-hour weekly office hour schedule appropriate to the attendance hours of students taught and maintain regular office hours for the convenience of students who desire advice or consultation. Preparation is included as part of this 10-hour weekly office hour schedule. Faculty may serve office hours online if they choose to do so. Faculty serve a minimum of ten hours each week; for those who opt to serve online office hours, at least eight office hours must be served on-campus.
• Secure approval of the Dean, Associate Dean, and / or instructional Program Director for the office hour schedule and provide a copy of the schedule for the Dean.
• Serve as directed on such institutional committees as may be established; with a requirement to serve on one committee annually (voluntary service on additional committees and positions of leadership may be applied toward the professional development system).
• Promote student participation in extracurricular activities.
• Be available at appropriate times to advise students.
• Be responsible for meeting and maintaining all teacher certification requirements as may be applicable and required by the state.
• Continue professional improvement through reading and study and by participation in the activities of professional organizations.
• Assist in keeping the public well informed as to the progress and development of the College.
• Utilize available test scores and records as needed to become familiar with the problems and capabilities of students.
• Cooperate with the administration in conducting research.
• Commit time and be available for collegial consultation, outcomes assessment, institutional planning, and institutionally-sanctioned meetings.
• Assume responsibility for enforcing College rules and regulations as related to student conduct.
• Demonstrate level of teaching performance that documents increasing value to the College through annual performance review.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Vice President of Instruction, Dean, Associate Dean, and / or the instructional Program Director.

Position Duties

The faculty member is expected to play several roles ; successful activity in each of these areas will constitute professional growth or service and enhance the College community :

Teach a minimum of 15 credit hours of Communication courses, which may include Public Speaking and digital media related courses.

College Committee Work, Institutional Leadership, Student Advising and Recruiting and / or other program duties.

Publications, creative projects, self-instruction, travel, and / or specialized training

Contributions to the community, leadership in community groups, and / or activities that bring goodwill to the college

Campus Security Authority (CSA) : No

Multistate Employer : Employees of Jefferson College must reside in Missouri or Illinois.

Position Knowledge / Skills

Knowledge : Skills :

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Software : Current LMS

Physical Effort

Physical Effort : Posting Information

Division : Humanities (DIV)

Department : Academic Affairs

Reports To : Associate Dean of Humanities

Wage / Salary : Rank and salary commensurate with education, experience, and professional qualifications.

Status : Full-time

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number : F00120P

Desired Start Date : 08 / 06 / 2025

Special Instructions Summary : Review of applications will begin on January 13, 2025. Offline applications will not be accepted. Three letters of recommendation are required and may be uploaded or emailed to hr@jeffco.edu.

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EEO Statement : It is the policy of Jefferson College that no person shall, on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status, be subject to discrimination in employment or in admission to any educational program or activity of the College. In compliance with Federal Rules and Regulations, Jefferson College has adopted a procedure for resolving complaints of discrimination. The procedure is available to any Jefferson College student, employee, or applicant who feels that he or she has been discriminated against in employment, student programs, or student activities.

Diversity Statement : Jefferson College is a community leader dedicated to supporting and promoting diversity through opportunities and experiences that foster a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and understanding for everyone in the campus community to engage in a diverse world.

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