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Instructor, Journalism

HR EMPLOYMENT/CAREERS
Initial Review Date: 11/08/23*

*Any complete applications received after the review date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the faculty position of Instructor, Journalism, De Anza College.

The Foothill - De Anza Community College District does not have a remote work policy. All employees are expected to be available to work in person and on-site per the requirement of the department.

Foothill - De Anza Community College District Mission Statement:
The mission of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District is student success and educational excellence. The district and its colleges provide access to affordable, quality educational programs and services that develop a broadly educated and socially responsible community that supports an equitable and just future for California and the global community. Every member of our district contributes to a dynamic instructional and learning environment that fosters student engagement, equal opportunity, and innovation in meeting the various educational and career goals of our diverse students. Foothill-De Anza is driven by an equity agenda and core values of integrity, inclusion, care for our students' well-being, and sustainability.

De Anza College Mission Statement:
De Anza College provides an academically rich, multicultural learning environment that challenges students of every background to develop their intellect, character and abilities; to realize their goals; and to be socially responsible leaders in their communities, the nation and the world.

De Anza College fulfills its mission by engaging students in creative work that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and attitudes contained within the college's Institutional Core Competencies:

• Communication and expression
• Information literacy
• Physical/mental wellness and personal responsibility
• Civic capacity for global, cultural, social and environmental awareness
• Critical thinking

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE:

As a member of the Language Arts Division reporting to the division dean, the candidate selected for this position will primarily be responsible for (1) teaching required courses in mass communication and journalism and (2) serving in an advisory capacity for our campus newspaper, La Voz News.

As a Journalism instructor, the candidate will teach core courses including news and feature writing for print, broadcast, and online formats, copyediting, production, public relations, and mass communication with a commitment to integrating multicultural and global perspectives. In addition, an instructor must be able to:

• Maintain current knowledge in the discipline, including the use of new technology tools for news gathering and new platforms for dissemination.
• Equip students with basic media literacy and communication skills, including identifying and evaluating news sources, conducting interviews, verifying and attributing information, and using images including videos and informational graphics.
• Foster in students an understanding of ethical integrity and First Amendment rights and responsibilities as a basis for sound news judgments and editorial decisions.
• Serve in an advisory capacity for the Student Publications Center; this will involve advising the student newspaper staff and other student publications intended to serve a diverse college community, coordinating student editorial teams for La Voz, overseeing the design and production lab for primarily online editions, and overseeing advertising and other business processes.

De Anza College is looking for a leader to provide vision for our Journalism Program who will work collaboratively with faculty in the Student Publication Center and in related programs such as Communication Studies, Film/TV, digital media, multimedia, photography, advertising, and public relations to develop curricula and certificate programs responsive to both student demand and the needs of our college and local communities; assist in the recruitment of part-time faculty; and participate in general faculty functions related to the program (including serving on appropriate college-wide committees, convening annual meetings of the Journalism Program Advisory Board, and attending staff-development/flex calendar activities). This assignment will include both day and evening hours.

Standard duties expected of all faculty include developing and evaluating curricula, maintaining scheduled office hours, attending department and division meetings, pursuing professional growth activities, serving on district and/or college committees, and performing other duties consistent with the role of an instructor. Instructors also have the opportunity to grow professionally and participate in campus extra-curricular activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. Master's degree in journalism or communication with a specialization in Journalism or Bachelor's degree in either of the above AND Master's degree in English, history, communication, literature, composition, comparative literature, any social science, business, business administration, marketing, graphics, or photography OR the equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum of two years recent and relevant community college teaching experience.
2. Proven ability to teach face-to-face and online college-level mass communication and journalism courses based on current practices and theories.
3. Recent professional experience in broadcast, print, or new media.
4. Knowledge of traditional and new media and commitment to ongoing professional development.
5. Experience revising and developing college-level curricula and managing budgets.
6. Experience working with developing writers and editors in a deadline-driven environment.
7. Experience planning strategically, providing leadership, and working collaboratively with internal and external service providers and partners.
8. Ability to model appropriate media ethics and journalistic practices for the college community.
9. Able to teach student journalists Associated Press style, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environment:

1. Indoor, office environment.

Physical Abilities:

(Applicants should perform these physical abilities with or without reasonable accommodations)

1. Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
2. Vision sufficient to read various materials.
3. Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform the tasks required of the position.
4. Regularly stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
5. Bending at waist, kneeling, or crouching.
6. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.
7. Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs.

APPLICATION PACKET:

1. A District on-line application to be completed at http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/ *In the application, you will provide information, which demonstrates your understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. Additionally, you will be asked to explain how your life experiences, studies or work have influenced your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
2. A cover letter detailing your background and experience, skills, and abilities as they relate to the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.
3. A current resume of all work experience, formal education and training.
   

If you wish to request equivalency for this position (if you believe you do not otherwise meet minimum qualifications via educational degree attainment as specified), you may submit the Request for Equivalency form. This form will need to be submitted with your application packet. You may either scan a hard copy of this form with your application packet or submit it as a Word document with your application packet. http://hr.fhda.edu/_downloads/Equivalency.pdf

Applicants will be REQUIRED to submit transcripts for salary placement purposes. Applicants who have international transcripts must obtain transcripts that are evaluated by an independent educational-equivalency evaluation company and obtain an English translation (if necessary). These services are to be done at the applicant's expense.

If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application packet. Application materials not required (including reference letters) for this position will not be accepted. For full-consideration, all application packets must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date.

Please allow yourself ample time to complete your application and resolve any technical difficulties that may arise with your submission. We do not guarantee a response to application questions within 48 hours of the closing date. You may also visit our 'Applicant Information' webpage to assist with technical difficulties at: http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/a-applicant-instructions.html

HIRING RANGE: $71,934.90 - $133,543.60 annually plus benefits; actual placement is based on applicant's verified education and experience.

For the complete Faculty Salary Schedule, go to:
https://hr.fhda.edu/_faculty-information.html

Excellent benefits package which includes medical coverage for employee and eligible dependents, dental, vision care, employee assistance program, long term disability, retirement benefits and basic life insurance. Other voluntary benefits are also available such as legal assistance, pet insurance, and long-term care. Faculty are also eligible for paid professional development leaves and stipends for educational and professional development.

For information on our benefits package that includes medical for employees and dependents, visit our web site: http://hr.fhda.edu/benefits/index.html

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time, Tenure-track, 10-months per year

STARTING DATE: Winter 2024

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment Services no later than the closing date of the announcement.

The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S.

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District does not reimburse applicants for travel, lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant.

For more information about our application process contact:
Employment Services
Foothill-De Anza Community College District
12345 El Monte Road
Los Altos Hills, California 94022
Email: employment@fhda.edu
http://hr.fhda.edu/

This position will become Open Until Filled after the initial Closing Date. Any complete applications received while the position is Open Until Filled will be reviewed by the hiring committee only upon committee request.



To apply, visit https://fhda.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/1393?c=fhda









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