2025/2026 – Associate Faculty – Communication Studies (Speech Communication)

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Salary: $59.04 – $149.81 Hourly

Job Type: Associate

Job Number: 25-158

Location: Sonoma County, CA

Department: Communication Studies

Closing: Continuous

Description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Santa Rosa Junior College is currently accepting applications to establish a pool for part-time associate faculty assignments. Associate assignments are temporary, part-time or on-call. This job posting is not for a specific assignment or for a full-time faculty position, but rather to establish a pool of candidates who may be considered for part-time faculty assignments.
We are seeking equity-minded faculty who are committed to educating our diverse student population. SRJC supports equal access for all students and multi-ethnic global perspectives and cultural competencies. We value diversity that supports honesty and integrity in an environment of collegiality and mutual respect and compassion that includes civic engagement opportunities that contribute to real world problem solving and empathy to identify the challenges and address the needs of others. Candidates must have demonstrated instructional skills to join our outstanding team of faculty, staff and administrators to provide high quality programs and services to our district, our community, and most importantly to our students.
ABOUT SRJC:
Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years.

SRJC is a public two-year community college, which serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties. The District has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and our newest site in the Roseland area of the City of Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program, or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility. The ideal candidate will share SRJC’s commitment to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person.

Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

  • https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6092229&targetURL= has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and our newest site in the Roseland area of the City of Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program, or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

    SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility. The ideal candidate will share SRJC’s commitment to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person.

    Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

    • https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6092229&targetURL= pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

      SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility. The ideal candidate will share SRJC’s commitment to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person.

      Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

      • https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6092229&targetURL= each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility. The ideal candidate will share SRJC’s commitment to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person.

        Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

        Essential Functions

        • Provide excellent instruction and faculty support to students, which may include evening, weekend, online or hybrid and/or off-campus assignments.
        • Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours.
        • Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
        • Maintain currency in field(s) of expertise.
        • Associate faculty focus primarily on providing instruction and/or student services.
        • Associate faculty are typically not required to participate in District or department service such as committee work, evaluations, student learning outcomes assessment, and hiring committees, but may be asked to perform these services for additional compensation.
        • Please see the All Faculty Association Contract (Download PDF reader) for more information.

        The examples of duties listed above are representative of those that must be met by a faculty member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
        Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

        SELECTION PROCESS:
        If the department has an immediate need to add candidates to their pool, they will review applications. If the department does not have an immediate need to add candidates to their pool, applications remain in the queue for consideration until the need arises, or for up to one year. If selected, candidates will be invited to an interview with a Screening and Interviewing Committee. Selected candidates who are not given an immediate assignment will remain in the pool for four years.

        DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

        The Communication Studies department, one of the most varied at the District, offers classes in Communication Studies, Film & Media Studies, Journalism, and Speech. The department is also home to The Oak Leaf News, the Petaluma Cinema Series and Film Festival, and the SRJC Speech, Debate & Performance Team. Please join our 12 contract and over 20 associate instructors in their quest to provide comprehensive and varied educational programs to meet the needs of our students.

        We are seeking instructors for inclusion in a pool who have the ability to teach in one or more of the following areas:

        • Communication Studies: Public Speaking, Survey of Communication, Introduction to Argumentation, Group Discussion & Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communication, Intercultural Communication, Critical Thinking and Argumentation, Communication Theory, Spoken Word, and Forensics.

        Communication Studies Department website

        Minimum Qualifications

        Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications exactly as listed below for disciplines of interest or file for equivalency (Download PDF reader) in order to be considered. Applicants who are requesting equivalency consideration are responsible for documenting all course work, degree programs and related professional experience at the time of application. Please, see the Equivalency Guide for Faculty Applicants (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader) and the Faculty Minimum Qualifications Self-Evaluation Checklist for more information.

        Required:

        Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication;

        OR Bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND Master’s degree in drama/ theater arts, mass communication or English;

        OR the equivalent.

        Requires a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

        Preferred:

        • Dynamic approach to teaching Speech and Communication classes at the college level;
        • Current field research, graduate coursework, and/or successful teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: Communication Theory, Organizational Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Group Communication and/or Intercultural Communication;
        • Innovative use of technology in both online and in-person learning environments, including with presentation software;
        • Experience in intercollegiate forensics and/or intramural speech competitions;
        • Experience working in a Speech Lab or Communication Studies Center;
        • Proven ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues;
        • Demonstrated commitment to valuing and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism.

        Application Procedures

        To be considered for this associate faculty pool, applicants must provide the following:

        1. A completed Santa Rosa Junior College/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions.
        1. Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references. One reference must be from a current or previous supervisor.
        1. A brief cover letter.
        1. Current resume.
        1. A written response to the diversity prompt below (200-500 words):

        Please provide two or three examples of your ideas and/or experiences in creating, modifying, and/or performing one or more of the following to meet the needs of a diverse student population:

        • Curricula;
        • Learning activities;
        • Teaching/counseling practices;
        • Educational Resources;
        • Training, background, coursework and/or professional development;
        • Program Development
        1. Copies of transcripts of all college-level coursework. Transcripts must state that the Degree(s) has been conferred or awarded. If selected for the position, official transcripts must be submitted prior to employment.

        If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicant must provide a formal evaluation by a credential evaluation service accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services of their international degree(s) at the time of application. For further details on SRJC requirements on Foreign Degrees, please see Foreign Degree Requirements.

        1. If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section above, you must complete and attach the Faculty Equivalency Application (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader) and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application.
        1. If applicable, copy of California Community College Credential (both sides).

        PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED.

        CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

        • Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
        • Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
        • Must be willing to work on-site as determined by the department (the Sonoma County Junior College District does not offer remote only’ assignments).
        • Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings on topics such as Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention, and Title IX.

        ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

        • Sonoma County Junior College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
        • Applicants must be available for interviews at Santa Rosa Junior College at no cost to the District.
        • Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (707) 527-4954.
        • Clery Report: Crime awareness and security information are available from District Police. (Public Law 101-542). The Clery Report can be found here.
        • An applicant who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

        ABOUT THE SONOMA COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT
        Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) is a public single college district located in Sonoma County, California and serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties. Sonoma County is rich in history, beauty, and culture and is an excellent choice for a place to live and work. The District is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The District prides itself on being an inclusive, diverse, and sustainable community that fosters the growth and development of its students, faculty, and staff. SRJC is a unique institution in a unique environment. SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility.

        Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years. The District has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and SRJC Roseland in Southwest Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

        Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

        Non-Discrimination
        The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non-discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities–including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics–and application for District employment.

        The Sonoma County Junior College District is an equal opportunity employer.

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