Evergreen Requisition: Instructors in Journalism and Media Communication - Pool

Non-Tenure Track Temporary Instructor Pool

The open pool is intended to collect applications throughout the year. We draw from this pool if and when the department finds itself in need of a non-tenure track, temporary instructor in a specific area or for a specific class. There may be any number of reasons that we may hire from this pool: temporary sabbatical replacement, instructor replacement (if they find another employment opportunity), retirements, emergency medical leave replacements, etc.

This work unit exists to prepare, educate, counsel, and support over 500 majors and pre-majors and nearly 70 graduate students in Journalism and Media Communication skills; prepare students for careers in all areas of media and communication; and support faculty in teaching, research, and creative activities and service. Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation's leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students.

Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

$46,000 - $50,000

• Preparing and teaching assignments in Journalism and Media Communication and/or related topics, based on department needs.
• Other duties, advising students, holding office hours, grading course materials.

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).

Does not have any direct reports.

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication or a related program of study;
• Four years of professional media experience; and
• Interest in and aptitude for working with undergraduate students.

• A master's degree in an appropriate journalism or communication field is preferred.

Submit a cover letter and resume.

This pool expires September 30, 2026. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.