Professor of Communications

Title: Professor of Communications (open rank)

State Role

Title:

Assistant Professor

Hiring Range: $50,000 - $65,000 (Commensurate with Experience)

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Richard Bland College

Location: Richard Bland College

Richard Bland College (RBC) is a two‑year, residential, liberal arts transfer institution dedicated to preparing students for successful transfer to highly ranked colleges and universities. The College offers a supportive, close‑knit campus environment where academic excellence and personal development are prioritized.

This position is open to current RBC employees only. The primary responsibility is to provide college‑level instruction and academic‑related activities designed to encourage, support, and enable student success. Duties include teaching Communication courses at all levels, fostering interdisciplinary ties with other departments, and supporting student advising as directed by the Languages & Humanities Department Chair.

• Teach Communication courses in accordance with college and departmental policies and procedures.
• Prepare and submit timely grade reports and other reports on student performance, as required.
• Organize class activities and assignments, relating them to the overall learning outcomes of the courses.
• Provide input and work with other faculty and staff to review, produce, and/or select course‑related materials.

• A Doctoral Degree in Communications (or a closely related discipline) from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the subject area of instruction.
• Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and instruction.
• Knowledge of the characteristics and challenges of first‑ and second‑year college students.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and collaborative style.

• Considerable experience teaching in a higher‑education environment, preferably at the junior college/community college level.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, including the ability to effectively respond to the academic needs of learners from diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

RICHARD BLAND COLLEGE IS AN AA/EEO EMPLOYER – Richard Bland College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. In keeping with this policy, the College does not discriminate and makes no distinction in the admission of students, nor in any other of its official activities, based on race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), age, military service or veteran status, marital status, parental status, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, family medical history or genetic information, disability, any other status protected by law, or any other non‑merit based factors.

The college also prohibits sexual misconduct including sexual violence or harassment. All standards and policies governing college employment and student employment, recruitment, admissions, financial aid, and support programs are applied accordingly.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), RBC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes.

Final candidates are subject to a background investigation, which may include local agency checks; criminal record check; driving record; employment verification; verification of education; and other checks requested by the hiring authority related to the position.