Adjunct Instructor, Journalism

Adjunct Instructor, Journalism

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This Vacancy Requires:

• A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or “See Resume” will not be accepted.
• Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable).

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or by email [email protected].

*The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience.

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title	Adjunct Instructor, Journalism
Campus	Ankeny Campus, IA
Job Number	27-ADJ38
Employment Date	Spring Semester 2027
Job Category	Adjunct Faculty
Application & Position Contact Information	Rachel Murdock at [email protected].

Posting Detail Information

Salary Information	$1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour (ECH).
Job Summary	Adjunct Journalism Instructor to teach face to face and online Gender, Sexuality, and the Media and/or Intro to Mass Media for Spring Semester 2027.
Essential Functions	Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi. Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students. Fosters a safe and civil learning environment. Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies. Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.
Required Qualifications	Master of Journalism or any master’s with 12 graduate semester credits in Journalism. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds.
Desired Qualifications	Teaching experience.
Work Schedule	Spring Semester 2027. Gender, Sexuality, and the Media: Face to face, Monday and Wednesday 12:50pm – 2:15pm, January 11 – May 6, 2027. and/or Intro to Mass Media: Web blended, Monday and Wednesday 9:05am – 10:00am, February 17 – May 6, 2027.
Posting Date	09/15/2026
Deadline for Submitting Applications
Open Until Filled	Yes
Application Instructions	This Vacancy Requires: A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or “See Resume” will not be accepted. Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable). Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or by email [email protected]. *The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience.
Quick Link for Postings	https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/15602

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment), and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, [email protected]. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, [email protected]. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email [email protected].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you hold the required Master’s degree or any Master’s degree plus 12 graduate semester credits in required discipline as specified in the required qualifications?

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Please select the course(s) you are interested in teaching.
   • Intro to Mass Media
   • Gender, Sexuality, and the Media
3. * How did you learn about this job opening?
   • DMACC Employee Referral
   • Friend/Relative
   • Indeed.com
   • TeachIowa.gov
   • HigherEdJobs
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • LinkedIn
   • Iowa Workforce Development
   • DMACC Website
   • DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email
   • Other
4. * Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
   • Yes
   • No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcript 2
4. Transcript 3