COMX US Public Speaking Instructor Non-Tenure Track; Pool

Position Overview

The University Studies Program seeks an instructor to teach COMX 111US, Introduction to Public Speaking. The role delivers both lecture and recitation sessions, providing a comprehensive public‑speaking experience for undergraduate students.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Janet Heiss Arms
jheiss
406‑994‑9126

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Instructor
• Working Title:
  
  COMX 111US – Introduction to Public Speaking
• Type:
  Non‑Tenure Track, Contract Term (Academic Year)
• Semester:
  Fall & Spring
• Compensation:
  Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
• Benefits:
  Eligible depending on FTE (contact Human Resources)
• Salary:
  Determined by experience, education, and qualifications

This appointment will be on a part‑time basis, depending on the specific needs of the department/program.

• Teach the on‑campus course COMX 111US – Introduction to Public Speaking, including two hour recitations and a one‑hour lecture that combines multiple recitation sections.
• Instructor lecture:
  Deliver content focused on communication theories and strategies while modeling effective public‑speaking components.
• Recitation:
  Facilitate practical applications and student speeches.
• Commit to supporting students from diverse backgrounds.

• Degree in Communications or related field.
• Master’s degree.

• Experience teaching at the college or university level.
• Experience teaching public speaking.
• Working knowledge of technical presentation formats.

• Create and implement engaging student learning experiences.
• Modify and adapt curriculum components to meet individual student needs.
• Develop and employ appropriate assessment techniques.
• Relate effectively and establish rapport with a diverse student population.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students.
• Take initiative and work well independently.
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Show strong interest in student success.
• Appreciate diverse constituencies and add intellectual diversity to the department.
• Use technology to support teaching (online learning platforms, lecture capture, video conferencing tools).

• Position may be a Union position. Non‑Tenure Track Faculty with 0.5 FTE or more are represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Faculty may choose to pay dues; this is a condition of employment.
• Positions less than 0.5 FTE are not represented by the Union and are not required to pay dues.
• Changes in FTE may affect representational status.
• Exemptions:
  Those who have completed a PEI exam or who work in Extension.

• Required Documents:
  Cover Letter, Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
• Optional Documents:
  Supplemental Questions.
• Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until an adequate applicant pool is established.
• The position is not eligible for new sponsorship.
• Applications may remain in the hiring pool for up to two years.

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

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FLSA Status:
Exempt