Job description

Posting Number: F01927P

Department: BHSU – School of Arts

Physical Location of Position (City): Spearfish

Posting Text

Black Hills State University announces a full-time instructorship in multimedia journalism beginning August 2026. Subject to institutional needs, funding, and approval, opportunities for consideration for a future tenure-track appointment may become available.

DUTIES:
The teaching load per semester is fifteen hours. The successful applicant will be expected to teach face-to-face and online. Subjects to be taught may include reporting, news writing, social media, public relations, and integrated media. The position includes oversight of the campus newspaper and integrated media web site. The position may also include overseeing the campus radio station and/or Ponder Magazine, dependent on the candidate’s expertise.

The Successful Candidate will have the following:

• An understanding of media theory, research, law, and ethics
• Expertise with the technology in the field
• The ability to train and manage a staff of student journalists, including non-majors
• An active research agenda and/or creative work appropriate to a potential move to the tenure track
• Professional experience in public relations and/or sports media
• Radio experience

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

• Terminal degree in journalism, mass communication, media studies, or a closely related field. (ABD candidates considered)
• Successful teaching experience at the postsecondary level

COMMENTS:
Sponsorship is not available for this position.

TO APPLY:
Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Candidates must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, names and contact information for three professional references. This position is open until filled with a first review date of July 29, 2026, at 11PM MDT. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at 605.642.6549. For questions specific to the position, please contact Dr. Jason McConnell, [email protected].

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at 605-642-6545 or [email protected]. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.

Open Until Filled: Yes

First Consideration Date: 07/29/2026

Advertised Salary: $55,000 – $57,000

Duration of the Term: 9 months

Tenure Status
Term

Proposed Rank
Instructor

Appointment Type: Regular

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state’s second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.