Instructor of Communication and Director of Speech
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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
Job Description
The Department of Communication at Weber State University in Ogden Utah invites applications for an Instructor of Communication and Director of Speech who will begin in Fall Semester 2026. We seek a dedicated teacher who will be an active and collegial faculty member in the Department of Communication. This person will serve as a program administrator teacher and coach with expertise in Individual Events / Forensics (e.g. events at the NFA or NIET tournament) to substantially expand a Competitive Speech Program to complement a longstanding Policy Debate Program and a very successful semi-annual Speech Showcase. The successful candidate will communicate respectfully and proactively with students faculty colleagues and university administrators about the value of collegiate Individual Events.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications Masters degree in Communication (or a related discipline) by the time of appointment At least two years of experience coaching NFA or NIET -style individual events Ability to travel 6-8 times a year
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications Two years of college-level teaching experience Experience with managing a budget and travel logistics Tournament or event-hosting experience Record of personal and/or coaching competitive excellence in NFA / NIET -style Individual Events Strong collaborative/teamwork skills Demonstrated commitment to serving a wide variety of students
The Department of Communication at Weber State University in Ogden Utah invites applications for an Instructor of Communication and Director of Speech who will begin in Fall Semester 2026. We seek a dedicated teacher who will be an active and collegial faculty member in the Department of Communication. This person will serve as a program administrator teacher and coach with expertise in Individual Events / Forensics (e.g. events at the NFA or NIET tournament) to substantially expand a Competitive Speech Program to complement a longstanding Policy Debate Program and a very successful semi-annual Speech Showcase. The successful candidate will communicate respectfully and proactively with students faculty colleagues and university administrators about the value of collegiate Individual Events.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications Masters degree in Communication (or a related discipline) by the time of appointment At least two years of experience coaching NFA or NIET -style individual events Ability to travel 6-8 times a year
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications Two years of college-level teaching experience Experience with managing a budget and travel logistics Tournament or event-hosting experience Record of personal and/or coaching competitive excellence in NFA / NIET -style Individual Events Strong collaborative/teamwork skills Demonstrated commitment to serving a wide variety of students
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Weber State University prides itself on being one of the best colleges in Utah, providing accessible educational opportunities, high-quality degrees and actively engaging in the community.
