Stryker Corporation is hiring: Communication Faculty & Fellow for the Center for

Job Description

Primary Responsibility: This position will be held at any approved CMC campus and will teach a combination of courses collegewide (remotely) and in-person. Full‑time faculty positions begin in July 2026 with a 30‑credit‑hour or combination of credits and reassignment time for college‑wide duties (170‑day contract per Board Policy 4.12), teaching load annually. The successful candidate will teach communications courses, including but not limited to Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, and Professional Communication, and support CMC's newly formed Center for Civic Education and Engagement.

Teaching responsibilities expected of all faculty include teaching course load as assigned, evaluating courses and assessing student learning, meeting established course, program, and learning outcomes, complying with guidelines and policies, maintaining office hours per established standards, developing rapport with students, assisting with advising, orientation, and registration activities. Additionally, the faculty member will play a direct role in developing curricular and co‑curricular activities associated with the Center.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Communication, or a Master’s Degree and a minimum of 18 graduate credits in Communications.
• A minimum of one year, full‑time teaching experience or equivalent (30 credit hours) as an adjunct faculty member; higher education teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with a variety of teaching delivery modes: in‑person, hybrid, synchronous online, and asynchronous online.
• Experience and expertise in political discourse, civics education, designing and implementing coursework, co‑curricular programs, and community programs in democratic and civic participation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, flexibility, and collegiality.
• Commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

To Apply

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, list of three professional references, and transcripts (copy, not official). CMC is an EOE committed to diversifying its workforce.

Salary Range

$79,902.51 – $97,321.19 annual salary, depending upon a combination of education and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental health resources, healthy lifestyle benefits, and possible transitional housing and relocation.

Position Anticipated to Close

February 1, 2026 or until filled.

Minimum Qualifications

The following responsibilities and activities are listed in order to maintain consistency in the application of expectations and align job duties with evaluation and promotion procedures.

1.A.1 Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach course‑load as assigned.
• Evaluate courses and student learning.
• Meet course, program, and institutional learning outcomes established by CMC.
• Comply with department guidelines and college policies.
• Maintain at least five office hours per week.
• Develop rapport with students that is professional and encourages communication.
• Assist with academic advising of students.
• Participate in orientation and registration activities.

1.A.2 Scholarly and Creative Activities

• Continuing certification in discipline (if applicable).
• Graduate coursework.
• Continuing education.
• Sharing expertise within discipline (grant writing, publishing, exhibitions, performances, presentations, conferences).
• Attending campus and college‑wide trainings and in‑services.
• Conducting research.
• Developing/advancing instructional technology.
• Other activities approved by faculty member and Assistant Dean of Instruction.

1.A.3 Service Activities

• Serve on campus and college‑wide committees.
• Represent discipline on state, national, and international levels.
• Participate in relevant projects with administrative approval.
• Mentor peers.
• Modify, develop, and maintain curriculum.
• Assist with assessment activities.
• Assist with program review.
• Advise student organizations.
• Participate in recruiting/retention activities.
• Attend and participate in program, discipline, in‑service, and campus meetings.
• Develop promotion portfolio.
• Participate in community service activities.

1.A.4 Organizational Relationships

• Are under the general direction of the site school discipline dean or designee.
• Cooperate with other program faculty.
• Work with Student Services personnel in advisement of students.
• Work cooperatively with Academic Services, Student Services, and Administrative Services personnel.

Supervision of the Position

This position will report to the Dean of the School of the discipline. The position may supervise staff positions and/or student employees.

Special Conditions of Employment

Successful completion of a background check and, when applicable, a motor vehicles records report is required. Incumbents will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. May require travel and evening and/or weekend hours.

Working Conditions

This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing, and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.

ADA/Disability

CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. The College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources at benefits@coloradomtn.edu.

NOTE

This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Commitment to Sustainability

Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institution's sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations without compromising the needs of future generations.