Communication Studies Instructor, Full-Time Tenure Track

About College of the Desert
The College of the Desert Desert Community College District enrolls approximately 15000 students each academic year with steady enrollment growth each year. College of the Desert embraces diversity in all forms and the right of all people to have access to quality higher education in a safe learning environment. Designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) College of the Desert administers an array of student programs specifically focused on student support and helping students achieve their educational and career goals. As a two-year college we offer Associates Degree for Transfer both in Art and Sciences Associates Degrees and Certificates across a wide range of disciplines.

College of the Desert is a district that consists of leadership staff and faculty who are committed to enhancing our community through supporting the academic success of all of our students including students of color students with disabilities students who are first generation to college veterans students of all ages students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds dreamers and students of diverse sexual orientation and gender expression.

When you join College of the Desert you can expect to be part of a diverse inclusive and collaborative community. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences emphasizes collaboration and engages students in and out of the classroom. We are committed to ensuring that College of the Desert is a welcoming place for the success of all students.

Interested in learning more about College of the Desert and the Coachella Valley Visit the links below.

• The Community Coachella Valley
• College of the Desert

Who We Want:
College of the Desert is seeking individuals from a broad range of cultural heritages socioeconomic backgrounds genders abilities and orientations. As such we prioritize individuals who fully demonstrate their understanding of the community we serve the benefits of diversity in a professional and educational setting and values creating a culture that brings people together. A successful candidate will value working in a collegial collaborative environment that is guided by a commitment to inclusion student education and equity. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:

• Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as faculty staff and leadership for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
• Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
• Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
• Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
• Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.

Under administrative leadership it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning implementation and evaluation of educational programs courses and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the vision mission and values of the community college district.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under administrative leadership it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning implementation and evaluation of educational programs courses and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the vision mission and values of the community college district.

1. Meet classes/laboratories/clinical setting on day and times assigned.
2. Develop and implement instruction for each class/laboratory period which is consistent with the official course outline.
3. Develop and distribute the first week of class a written syllabus for each course to communicate to students course objectives grading criteria and classroom policies.
4. Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws.
5. Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner.
6. Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate.
7. Supervise student in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructors load.
8. Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours.

1. Evaluate students progress toward meeting course objectives; advise the students of course objectives methods of evaluation and the results of the evaluation.
2. Return assignments and examination results in a timely fashion.
3. Assign grades to students in the manner provided by District policy and administrative procedure and prescribed by the Education Code and Title V regulations for the State of California.
4. Participate in the credit by examination program where applicable.
5. Submit required administrative paperwork including grade report forms in a timely and accurate manner.

1. Participate in the development and review of curriculum as needed.
2. Participate in the development of alternative teaching modalities.

1. Advise enrolled students on such matters as:
   a. Course content scope and meaning.
   b. Major course requirements for the degree or certificate.
   c. Learning skills
   d. Collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the courses or subject field.
   e. Career alternative/opportunities related to the subject field.
2. Participate as a Faculty Advisor to student organizations or clubs.

1. Participate in required professional development activities.
2. Continue to develop professional skills and knowledge.
3. Participate in planning staff development programs.
4. Participate in institutional research activities and grants.
5. Attend/participate in professional conferences seminars or meetings.

1. Schedule announce to students in all classes and maintain office hours.
2. Attend and participate in department/center meetings.
3. Attend commencement ceremony.
4. Participate in the process of Shared Governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department division college and/or district level or participate in other significant non-classroom college district or community activities.
5. Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures.
6. Participate in supervision of student assistants and paraprofessionals.
7. Participate in articulation activities and the coordination of inter-divisional and intra-divisional learning activities.
8. Abide by departmental regulations concerning the proper use care and security of equipment.
9. Advise administration of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions.
10. Participate in advisory committee meetings as required.
11. Consult with management on personnel needs; assist with position announcements recruitment and screening/interviewing committees.
12. Participate in the tenure review process as assigned.
13. Participate in the evaluation of regular faculty and adjunct faculty as assigned.
14. Participate in mentoring of new faculty as assigned.
15. Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters in speech speech broadcasting telecommunications rhetoric communication communication studies speech communication or organizational communication OR Bachelors in any of the above AND Masters in drama/ theater arts mass communication or English OR the equivalent.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

• Equivalency Information is available by clickinghere.
• Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation be uploaded IN ADDITION TO the foreign transcripts.
• Foreign Equivalency information is available by clickinghere.

• Faculty Bargaining Unit Position

• Salary placement will be on the 175-daysalary schedule.
• Salary placement will be in accordance as outlined in theCollective Bargaining Agreement

• Salary Placement is according to theFull time Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Minimum starting gross salary with a conferred Masters degree is $8599.200 per month for an annual 175 day contract (10-month assignment).
• Maximum starting gross salary with a conferred Doctorate degree and significant instructional experience is $11039.267 per month for a 175-day annual contract (10-month contract).
• For more information on salary placement please see theCollective Bargaining Agreement andSalary Schedule.

• Online Application:Please fill out your online application completely with all requested details.
• Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.
• Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
• Unofficial Transcripts: Must be from an accredited institution show name of institution degree awarded discipline and date awarded. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of the required transcripts.

• The List of Professional References should include at least two current or previous supervisors two faculty members and two other references not related to the applicant (including classified support staff). Please include names e-mail addresses and current telephone numbers for each professional reference. Applicants from sectors other than higher education should submit comparable references. Letters of reference will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of Professional References.

• Employment is contingent on residence in California.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
• College of the Desert does not offer sponsorship nor take over sponsorship for any employment VISA.

Notice to all Candidates for Employment:

DISTRICTRIGHTS: College of the Desert reserves the right to re-open re-advertise delay or cancel filling this position.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 Public Law 99-603 requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. The Desert Community College District (DCCD) will not sponsor any VISA applications nor take over any VISA.

Employees must reside in California while employed with the Desert Community College District (DCCD).

California Public Employees Retirement SystemandCalifornia State Teachers Retirement System:

A California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree may not accept employment until after the first 180 days of retirement. Anyone retired from CalPERS accepting permanent employment with the DCCD will be required to reinstate as an active CalPERS member. Please contact CalPERS for additional information regarding your retirement status.

Any active vested member of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) who accepts employment with the DCCD to perform service that requires membership in CalPERS is eligible to elect to continue retirement system coverage under CalSTRS

Disability Accommodations:

If you require special accommodations in the application and/or evaluation process please notify Human Resources at least two (2) business days prior to the job posting close or initial screening date by either calling (760) 773 -2529 or sending an e-mail to

Attendance Requirement:

All DCCD employees are required to report to work on a regular and consistent basis as scheduled to assigned job.

Campus Crime and Safety Awareness:

Information regarding campus crime and safety awareness can be found at

Non-Discrimination Notice:

The DCCD provides access to its services classes and programs without regard to national origin immigration status religion age gender gender identity gender expression race ethnicity color medical condition military and veteran status genetic information ancestry sexual orientation marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

California Fair Chance Act:

The DCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check if the DCCD is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction provide mitigating evidence or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Diversity Equity Inclusion and Equal Employment Opportunity:

The DCCD is committed to creating an academic and work environment that fosters diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) and equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all and ensures that students faculty staff and managers of all backgrounds feel welcome included supported and safe. Our culture of belonging openness and inclusion makes the DCCD a unique and special place for individuals of all backgrounds.

The DCCD is looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability gender identity sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds present within our community. When you join the DCCD you can expect to be part of an exciting thriving equity-focused and inclusive community that approaches higher education with the lens of social justice and collaboration among students faculty staff managers and community deciding whether to apply for a position at the DCCD you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with the DCCDs mission and goals for DEIA and EEO.

Additional Resources

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (FEHA)
  • Discrimination Laws Regarding People With Disabilities
  • Reasonable Accommodation
• Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
• AP 7100 - Commitment to Diversity
• COD - Equal Opportunity Plan
• Department of Labors Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP)

THE DCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER