Snow College
Overview
The Snow College Communication Department is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time tenure track Strategic Communication position to begin Fall Semester of 2026. This position will require a faculty member to develop and direct the Strategic Communication program while maintaining a full-time teaching load of five classes per semester with potential for additional classes if desired/needed. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the successful applicant will participate in both departmental and institutional service opportunities throughout the year.
Responsibilities
Develop and direct Strategic Communication program for the Communication department under the direction of the Communication Chair.
Teach a minimum of five communication courses per semester on a variety of subjects (Public relations, Media Writing, Public Speaking, Digital Media Studies, etc.).
Regularly develop and evaluate teaching and learning curriculum and incorporate pedagogies and practices that lead to student success.
Actively cultivate relationships with industry and community partners to help create, facilitate, and maintain opportunities for Communication students.
Contribute to the development and goals of the Communication program.
Mentor majors and prospective majors in Communication fields.
Be actively engaged in program recruitment and student retention efforts.
Develop collaborative relationships with colleagues at Snow College as well as colleagues at transfer institutions and with external constituents.
Participate in institutional committees and service to Snow College and the community at large.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Communication, Strategic Communication, Public Relations, Advertising, Media Studies, or a closely related field is required.
Emphasis in Public Relations, Media Writing, Advertising, Marketing, Digital Media (preferred).
PHD (preferred).
Professional experience in Strategic Communication, Public Relations, or related field and/or college level teaching experience (preferred).
Capable and comfortable teaching via a wide range of modalities (Online, Interactive Video Conferencing, Face-to-Face).
Demonstrated inter-agency/department collaboration and cooperation (preferred).
Ability, experience, and qualifications to teach communication with special emphasis in Public Relations, Public Speaking, Intro to Social Media, Media Writing, Mass Media, Digital Media tools, and other communication courses as required.
Demonstrated experience and excellence in teaching.
Experience with engaged learning and high-impact teaching practices.
Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in oral and written English.
Strong interpersonal skills and collegiality with faculty/staff/admin, community/industry partners, and students.
Commitment and motivation to help grow, develop, and enhance the Strategic Communication Program at Snow College.
Position details
This is a full-time tenure-track position with a professional commitment of 40+ hours per week and a 9-month schedule through Fall and Spring semesters (mid Aug - mid May).
Salary and Benefits
Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Additional Compensation:
Possibility for overload pay for courses taught beyond the base teaching load
Advancement:
Opportunities for rank advancement and associated salary increases are available based on performance and qualifications
Application timeline Applications received by 11:59 PM on January 19, 2026 will be eligible for review by the hiring committee. Applications received after that date may not be reviewed unless deemed appropriate by the college administration.
Application materials Initial screening is based on the responses provided in the online application, as well as your resume, curriculum vitae (CV), cover letter, and/or teaching philosophy statement. Transcripts and any additional submitted materials may not be considered during the initial screening.
Equal Opportunity Snow College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator.
About Snow College With campuses in Ephraim and Richfield, Snow College offers programs designed to reach a broad spectrum of students. Snow is a two-year public college and was ranked #1 in the nation for student success in two-year colleges by The Chronicle of Higher Education in January 2020. Snow College is located in Utah near the Wasatch Mountains, with campuses in Ephraim, Richfield, and online. The College was established in 1888 and offers degrees and certificates across multiple disciplines.
Benefits: Snow College offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and more. For current information on benefits for full-time employees, please visit the benefit information pages online.
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Responsibilities
Develop and direct Strategic Communication program for the Communication department under the direction of the Communication Chair.
Teach a minimum of five communication courses per semester on a variety of subjects (Public relations, Media Writing, Public Speaking, Digital Media Studies, etc.).
Regularly develop and evaluate teaching and learning curriculum and incorporate pedagogies and practices that lead to student success.
Actively cultivate relationships with industry and community partners to help create, facilitate, and maintain opportunities for Communication students.
Contribute to the development and goals of the Communication program.
Mentor majors and prospective majors in Communication fields.
Be actively engaged in program recruitment and student retention efforts.
Develop collaborative relationships with colleagues at Snow College as well as colleagues at transfer institutions and with external constituents.
Participate in institutional committees and service to Snow College and the community at large.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Communication, Strategic Communication, Public Relations, Advertising, Media Studies, or a closely related field is required.
Emphasis in Public Relations, Media Writing, Advertising, Marketing, Digital Media (preferred).
PHD (preferred).
Professional experience in Strategic Communication, Public Relations, or related field and/or college level teaching experience (preferred).
Capable and comfortable teaching via a wide range of modalities (Online, Interactive Video Conferencing, Face-to-Face).
Demonstrated inter-agency/department collaboration and cooperation (preferred).
Ability, experience, and qualifications to teach communication with special emphasis in Public Relations, Public Speaking, Intro to Social Media, Media Writing, Mass Media, Digital Media tools, and other communication courses as required.
Demonstrated experience and excellence in teaching.
Experience with engaged learning and high-impact teaching practices.
Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in oral and written English.
Strong interpersonal skills and collegiality with faculty/staff/admin, community/industry partners, and students.
Commitment and motivation to help grow, develop, and enhance the Strategic Communication Program at Snow College.
Position details
This is a full-time tenure-track position with a professional commitment of 40+ hours per week and a 9-month schedule through Fall and Spring semesters (mid Aug - mid May).
Salary and Benefits
Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Additional Compensation:
Possibility for overload pay for courses taught beyond the base teaching load
Advancement:
Opportunities for rank advancement and associated salary increases are available based on performance and qualifications
Application timeline Applications received by 11:59 PM on January 19, 2026 will be eligible for review by the hiring committee. Applications received after that date may not be reviewed unless deemed appropriate by the college administration.
Application materials Initial screening is based on the responses provided in the online application, as well as your resume, curriculum vitae (CV), cover letter, and/or teaching philosophy statement. Transcripts and any additional submitted materials may not be considered during the initial screening.
Equal Opportunity Snow College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator.
About Snow College With campuses in Ephraim and Richfield, Snow College offers programs designed to reach a broad spectrum of students. Snow is a two-year public college and was ranked #1 in the nation for student success in two-year colleges by The Chronicle of Higher Education in January 2020. Snow College is located in Utah near the Wasatch Mountains, with campuses in Ephraim, Richfield, and online. The College was established in 1888 and offers degrees and certificates across multiple disciplines.
Benefits: Snow College offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and more. For current information on benefits for full-time employees, please visit the benefit information pages online.
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