Instructor or Assistant Professor of Communications
Job Description

Required: Masters degree in Communications, or closely related field. Experience teaching
community college and dual credit students. Experience with online teaching and learning.
Preferred: Experience working with ethnically diverse and rural student populations. Experience
working with underprepared students.
Rank: Instructor or Assistant Professor DOE
Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Salary: $64,500 to $70,000 DOE
Primary Activity: Exclusively for Credit
Posting Dates: Open until filled

General Information of Campus:

Since 1950, Southeast New Mexico College (formerly New Mexico State University Carlsbad), an
independent college formed by House Bill 212, has been serving Carlsbad, Eddy County, and
southeast New Mexico with affordable education and a community-minded approach to
preparing students for success in their careers. We take pride in our diverse group of students,
faculty, and staff members. With our variety of associate degrees and certificates, SENMC is here
to help you pursue your educational goals. From business to nursing and welding to history, we
will assist you in professional development, transfer to a 4-year university with an Associate
degree, personal enrichment, distance/online learning, and adult basic education—all at an
inexpensive cost and convenient schedule that fits into your life.

Position Summary:

Southeast New Mexico College (formerly New Mexico State University Carlsbad) is seeking
applications for a full-time tenure track position in Communications. The accepted job candidate
will teach courses in Communications. The faculty member hired in this position is responsible for
the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction
and related activities to promote student-centered learning and success. At a minimum, the
related activities include instruction, holding office hours, serving on various committees, and
demonstrating a commitment to professional development through participating in local, state,
regional, and national professional activities and organizations.
The accepted job candidate will teach Introduction to Communication (COMM 1115G) and Public
Speaking (COMM 1130G) as well as developmental reading and writing courses as needed in a
5/5 teaching load.

Requirements for the Position:

Will be assigned to teach on a 9-month contract of 15 credit hours per semester. Carries out a 5/5
teaching load of 100 and 200-level classes. Holds regular office hours in accordance with the
policies established in the Faculty Manual. Teaching duties include teaching effectively to a
diverse student body, conducting ongoing assessments of courses, and developing courses.
College service commitments include participating in professional development activities and
serving on various committees for the benefit of Southeast New Mexico College. Faculty may be
assigned weekend and evening classes, and/or online classes. Evaluates student performance and
instructional methods using the colleges established system of assessment. Serves as a member
of the colleges various governance committees and task forces to promote
institutional/instructional efficiency and support a culture of learning. Collaborates with other
departments in regard to interdisciplinary projects, campus events, and instructional training.
Attends scheduled faculty meetings, department meetings, required training, and committee
meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. Since this position requires in-person teaching and
other in-person faculty duties, the candidate will be required to live within commuting distance of
Southeast New Mexico College.

Duties:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Submit application, Resume/CV, Cover letter, Three (3) References, and unofficial transcripts to
hr@senmc.edu.
Finalists will be asked to demonstrate their teaching skills during the interview process.

Affirmative Action Statement:

SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through
diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any
other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most
of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of
interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track
of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources and business processes. This job
description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is
not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and
responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the
position.