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The Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering

Communication Faculty

The Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering, Steamboat Springs, Colorado, United States, 80487

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Job Description Full time faculty positions begin in July 2026 with a 30‑credit hour (170 day contract per Board Policy 4.12) teaching load annually.

The successful candidate will teach communications courses, which will include but not be limited to Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, and Group Communication. This position is vital for providing general education requirements within Associate's and Bachelor's programs as well as supporting concurrent enrollment for local high school students. This position will teach in various modalities including online, virtual classroom, in person, and hybrids.

Teaching Responsibilities 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 and participating in advising, orientation, and registration activities.

Service and Scholarly Activities CMC Faculty are expected to engage in service activities such as campus and college committees, participation in relevant projects, mentoring peers, participation in and assisting with assessment activities, program review, student organization, recruiting and retention. They are also expected to conduct scholarly and creative activities that enhance discipline expertise and improve learning.

Pre‑requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards) Qualified candidates must be credentialed to teach in this program, or eligible to be credentialed. Ideal qualifications include:

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 the equivalent (30 credit hours) as an adjunct faculty member. Higher education teaching experience preferred.

Experience across a variety of teaching delivery modes including in person, hybrid, synchronous online, and asynchronous online.

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.

Application Process To Apply:

Please submit the required letter of interest, resume, list of three professional references, and transcripts. To be considered for a full‑time faculty position, transcripts must be included with application material. Do not send official transcripts; please use copies for application purposes. CMC is an EOE committed to diversifying its workforce.

Salary and Benefits 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, affordable transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and availability, relocation if applicable. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate's skill and experience. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Position Closure Position anticipated to close on September 26, 2025, 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.

One‑At A Time Responsibilities CMC faculty members are expected to meet the educational needs of our communities by fulfilling the following 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 to meet with students

Develop rapport with students that is professional and encourages teacher/student communication

Assist with academic advising of students

Participate in orientation and registration activities

Scholarly and Creative Activities

Continuing certification in discipline (if applicable)

Graduate coursework

Continuing education

Sharing expertise within discipline (e.g., 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

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 (e.g., develop learning outcomes and assessment projects for courses, disciplines, and programs)

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 (as appropriate)

Organizational Relationships

Under the general direction of the site school discipline dean or designee;

Cooperate with other program faculty

Work with Student Services personnel in advising 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 and may supervise staff positions and/or student employees.

Special Conditions of Employment Successful completion of a background check will be required as well as motor vehicle records report when applicable. Incumbents in this position 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.

Equal Opportunity & Disability Accommodation CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, 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 to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, benefits@coloradomtn.edu.

Additional Information 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.

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.

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