Instructor of Communication Studies

Working Title Instructor of Communication Studies Role Title 9-month Instructor Role Code 51126 FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 279F0006 Agency Danville Community College Agency/Division Danville Community College (Div) Work Location Danville - 590 Hiring Range $55,000 - $65,000, Starting salary is commensurate as based on assigned instructor level, education, and experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

M-F, 8am-5pm, occasional evenings and weekends

Applicant review will begin immediately.

This is a face-to-face position.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946 and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.

Danville Community College is seeking an Instructor of Communication Studies. This is a full-time face-to-face faculty position teaching a combination of college composition and literature courses. The Instructor of Communication Studies will have regular Involvement with required assessment of curricula programming and general education objectives.

• Teaching Responsibilities
• Teach assigned Communication courses in accordance with college policies.
• If dually credentialed in a Fine Arts field of study, teach assigned courses such as Art Appreciation, Introduction to Theatre, or Music in Society.
• Maintain current knowledge of the Communication Studies field of study.
• Incorporate developmentally appropriate practice and evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Teach various day, night, and online courses, as needed.
• Completes Canvas and Regular Substantive Interaction (RSI) training
• Participate in professional development related to teaching and Communication Studies.
• Student Advising and Recruitment
• Advise students regarding program requirements, career pathways, and transfer opportunities.
• Assist students in understanding pathways to credentials, licensure, or bachelor’s degree programs.
• Participate in student recruitment, orientation sessions, and program outreach events.
• Support student retention and program completion initiatives.
• Faculty Collaboration and Support
• Assist the dean with planning, scheduling, and coordination of Communication Studies courses.
• Serve as a resource and liaison for adjunct and full-time faculty teaching in the program.
• Facilitate sharing of curriculum resources, instructional materials, and best practices.
• Assist with onboarding of new adjunct faculty.
• Coordinate faculty participation in program assessment and accreditation activities.
• Community and Workforce Partnerships
• Collaborate with community partners to support workforce development initiatives.
• Represent the ASB Division in community events, advisory committees, and professional organizations.
• Program Data and Reporting
• Assist with collection and analysis of program data.
• Prepare documentation and reports required for institutional and accreditation review, such as program reviews and annual program assessment.
• Professional Engagement
• Maintain professional involvement in Communication Studies organizations and initiatives.
• Stay current on the Communication Studies field of study and teaching best practices.
• Participate in college service, committees, and professional development activities.
• Other duties as assigned. Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
  
  

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Communication Studies or Master’s with 18 graduate semester hours in Communication Studies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and use sound judgement in decision making.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of students and community members.
• Ability to adjust to change, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks as needed.
• Skilled in time management, problem solving, conflict management, adaptability, and creativity.
• Strong personnel management skills with emphasis on development of instructional expertise.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Skilled in monitoring, mentoring, and evaluating.
• Skilled in problem-solving and working effectively with administration, faculty, staff and students.
• Proven ability to function as a member of a team within established college, state, federal, and accrediting agency regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to utilize campus resources including software and college learning management systems.
• Ability to utilize technologies to enhance instruction.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and commitment to the community college mission.
• Ability to travel for professional development offerings.
  
  

Please attach transcripts to demonstrate Master’s degree conferral and any other supporting documents that show qualifications for the position.

Additional Considerations

• Dually credentialed in a Fine Arts field of study to teach courses such as Art Appreciation, Introduction to Theatre, or Music in Society. Possess 18 graduate hours in a field of Fine Arts.
• Prior teaching experience
• Work experience in the field
• Knowledge and experience with using PeopleSoft
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience using a Learning Management System (LMS)
• Experience working in a community college setting
• Demonstrated success working with students, faculty, and administration
  
  

As part of the competitive search process, Danville Community College requires professional references given by two supervisors in the finalist stage of the competitive search process. If you are currently employed, please list contact information to include email address and phone number for your current supervisor and previous supervisor. If you are not currently employed, please list contact information to include email address and phone number for two previous supervisors. Thank you.

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Some travel may required.

Posting Number FAC_1970P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/05/2026 Job Close Date 07/05/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website www.danville.edu Contact Name Tracy Vasquez Email tracy.vasquez@danville.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

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