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Adjunct Faculty, Spring 2023 - Communication (IHCOMM-101 Careers & Professional Communication)

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Operating Title

Adjunct Faculty, Spring 2023 - Communication (IHCOMM-101 Careers & Professional Communication)

Job Description

The Communication and Philosophy Department at Keene State College seeks an instructor to teach Careers & Professional Communication (IHCOMM-101) for the Spring 2023 semester. Instruction will be in person on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00pm-5:45pm. This is a part-time, non-benefited, adjunct faculty position.

Course Description: IHCOMM-101 Careers & Professional Communication (4 Credits) In this experiential course, students learn what it means to communicate professionally. By engaging with selected employers through class and on-site visits, students are also introduced to various careers and internship opportunities, and understand the kinds of skills that employers look for in successful candidates.

Our students come from diverse socio-economic and educational backgrounds, with a high percentage of first-generation college students. By the time Keene State College students complete their undergraduate experience they develop critical thinking, creative inquiry, intercultural competence, civic engagement, and commitments to well-being and to sustainability that will serve them as active citizens and lifelong learners. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who will support the College’s ongoing efforts to help students become responsible global citizens.

At Keene State College, we share a commitment to diversity, equity, and multiculturalism as key elements of academic excellence. We seek faculty with a desire to provide support, mentorship, and direction to prepare students to work within diverse communities. One of our aspirations is to develop social change agents with the knowledge, skills, and experience to compassionately engage with their future employers, peers, and those they serve from diverse backgrounds.

Campus Location

Keene

Required Qualifications

  • A graduate degree at the M.A. level or higher (or equivalent ABD status)
  • Experience teaching at the college level as the instructor of record
  • Knowledge of local employers and internship opportunities
  • A strong understanding of the communication skills that employers look for in successful job candidates, and the ability to convey this understanding to students in a classroom setting
  • The ability to identify and arrange opportunities for students to interact directly with employers through site visits, guest speakers, or similar forums

Preferred Qualifications

  • An M.A. in the field of communication studies
  • Experience teaching communication courses at the college level
  • Experience supervising internships for academic credit
  • Familiarity with the Canvas learning management system

Additionally, the College has identified desirable qualifications that support our commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse campus community including the ability to speak a second language or to bring a multicultural perspective to the campus.

Posting Number

AFP0300FY23

Open Date

10/21/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Additional Job Information

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:
  • Letter of application addressing the position description and qualifications
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Contact information for three references

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the college’s discretion.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Institution Information

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please visit:https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us

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