Lecturer Pool in Department of Journalism & Mass Communication (Academic Year 24

Lecturer Pool in Department of Journalism & Mass Communication (Academic Year 24/25)

Job no: 536594
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Communications/Journalism

At Cal Poly Humboldt, our journalism and public relations students train to be gatherers of reliable content and trustworthy storytellers. Our students dig into media-making in their first semester building blogs, taking photos, conducting interviews and producing videos and podcasts. Here are some of the opportunities students have with us:

• Report and write for The Lumberjack and El Leñador.
• Broadcast live bands on KRFH-FM radio.
• Create a public relations campaign for a non-profit organization.
• Produce video documentaries about climate solutions.

While building a portfolio, students glean deeper appreciation for media history, ethics, and learn their rights to publish, protest and photograph. Our journalism program prepares students to work professionally in media and public relations or to start their own business. We prepare our students for graduate and law school. Our graduates work hard to make the world a better place.

Courses offered by the department include Beginning Reporting, Radio Production, Public Relations, Media Research, Media Ethics, and more.

Minimum Qualifications

Degree: Earned B.A./B.S. in appropriate field.

Experience: Three (3) years of professional journalism experience. Candidate must demonstrate proficiency in technology and software current in the industry necessary to achieve the course learning outcomes.

Preferred: Earned M.A./M.S. in Journalism or Mass Communication with at least three (3) years professional experience relevant to the course, and demonstrated evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Position Type:

Lecturer
Availability: As needed
First Review Date: Applications received by April 1st annually are given first consideration. Early response is encouraged.

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.

The full-time (15 weighted teaching units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules below are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six (6) monthly payments for each full semester.

The University: Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to eliminating opportunity gaps for marginalized student groups by adopting dynamic, student-centered practices and policies. We value serving students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations.

The ideal candidates will demonstrate a shared commitment to the academic and professional success of our diverse student body. We will prioritize applicants who demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to diversity and its value in professional and educational communities. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded educator who is committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, and students on closing opportunity gaps.

Cal Poly Humboldt sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA. The Wiyot people call the area Goudi'ni (over in the woods). The Cal Poly Humboldt campus in Northern California is in close proximity to several thriving Native American tribes and communities. Humboldt currently has the largest percentage of Native American students in the CSU system and has over 30 Native American faculty and staff, many from local area California Indian tribes.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) will be required prior to the appointment date. A background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) must be completed satisfactorily as a condition of employment with the CSU.

Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Even if part or all of an employee's assignment can be performed remotely, the employee must maintain a permanent residence in the state of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus instruction, as assigned, and come to campus when needed.