Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Communication Faculty & Fellow for the Center for Ci

Communication Faculty & Fellow for the Center for Civics Education and Engagement

Colorado Mountain College – Glenwood Springs, CO | Annual salary: $79,902.51 – $97,321.19 | Full‑time, entry‑level position.

Responsibilities

• Teach a combination of communication courses (Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Professional Communication, etc.) across various modalities: online, virtual classroom, in‑person, and hybrid.
• Collaborate with the Center for Civics Education and Engagement to design and implement programs that promote civic participation, democratic education, and community partnerships.
• Assist with faculty service activities including committee membership, advising, student organization support, and participatory assessment activities.
• Maintain office hours, evaluate courses, and meet established learning outcomes as per college policy.
• Support the Center’s advisory committee and contribute to strategic planning and applied student projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communication or equivalent, with at least 18 graduate credits in Communication.
• Minimum of one year of full‑time teaching experience (10–12 credit hours) or an equivalent adjunct teaching record, with higher education experience preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in multiple teaching delivery modes (in‑person, hybrid, synchronous and asynchronous online).
• Strong written and oral communication skills, flexibility, and collegiality.
• Experience or academic interest in political discourse, civics education, curriculum design, and community program development.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds. CMC is an EOE committed to diversifying its workforce.

Required application materials: letter of interest, résumé, three professional references, and unofficial transcripts (do not send official transcripts).

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, mental health resources, and potentially transitional housing and relocation assistance if applicable.

Position anticipated to close on February 1, 2026 or until filled.