Posting DetailsPosting Number: 0601142 Position Category: Instructor Job Title: Instructor of Mass Communications Position Code: 00203X Position Type: Faculty Department: English, Modern Languages & Mass Communications Nature of Work: The Department of English, Modern Languages, and Mass communication at Albany State University is seeking applicants for positions at the level of Instructor of Mass Communication. Instructors will teach 30 credit hours per year in addition to performing other duties such as committee work and student advisement. Instructors are offered full-time, ten-month contracts with benefits, renewable annually as determined by the university budget. Training and Experience: INTERNAL CANDIDATES WHO MEET MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Applicants must have a minimum of a Master's degree with at least 18 hours of graduate work in Mass Communication. A Doctorate is preferred. Special consideration will be given to degrees in communication, media studies, radio, TV and film, and public relations and advertising. Testing Requirements:Illustrative Examples of Work: The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching, and have a commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process and the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed. Responsibilities include teaching both introductory and advanced level courses, preparing and delivering lectures in face-to-face and online environments, leading and moderating classroom discussions, and administering and grading examinations. Additional essential duties will include advising and mentoring students and participating in campus events. This is a non-tenure track position. Posting Date: 06-24-2020 Closing Date:
(Screening of applications will begin at date shown and will continue until the position is filled.) Open Until Filled FTE: 1.00 Special Instructions to Applicants: This position requires a background check. Funding Source: Title III Number of Openings: 1 If Other, please denote the Name of a Grant: NA Fringe Benefits:Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience Physical DemandsFacts About the Institution: Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

EEO/AA/Non-Discrimination Statement:

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution which adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws banning discrimination in public institutions of higher education.

The University is committed to insuring equal opportunity to all students, employees, and applicants for employment or admission without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, physical or mental disabilities, or sexual orientation. It is the policy of Albany State University to comply with all federal laws, including the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 (Title II), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Executive Order (E.O.) 11246, and all subsequent amendments and implementing regulations which prohibit discrimination as above described. In accordance with the requirements above, Albany State University affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability or national origin in its employment and/or educational programs and activities. Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution.

The University shall take action, to the extent allowed under state and federal law, to ensure fulfillment of this policy. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, or to file a complaint regarding violation of this policy, please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources, 2400 Gillionville Road, Suite K-111, Albany, Georgia 31707, Director of Human Resources at 229-500-2026. Students requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Student Disability Services Center, Billy C. Black Building, (Room 158), 504 College Drive - Albany, GA 31705. Dr. Stephanie Harris-Jolly, Director of Counseling and Student Disability Services, 229-500-3442.

DISABILITY STATEMENT:

Applicants who have a disability and who need special services or facilities to apply or to interview should contact Human Resources at 229-500-2026. EEO/AA employer. Disability Statement: DISABILITY STATEMENT:

Applicants who have a disability and who need special services or facilities to apply or to interview should contact Human Resources at 229-500-2026. EEO/AA employer. Optional Applicant Documents:Required Applicant Documents: Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
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