Adjunct Faculty - Communications

Posting Details

Posting Summary

• Working Title: Adjunct Faculty - Communications
• Role Title: Adjunct Faculty - Communications
• Role Code: [Not Specified]
• FLSA: Exempt
• Pay Band: UG
• Position Number: 298A0000
• Agency: Laurel Ridge Community College
• Division: Laurel Ridge Community College Div
• Work Location: Frederick - 069
• Hiring Range: Adjunct/Continuing Education Faculty
• Rate: The rate per credit hour will commensurate with education and relevant or teaching experience.
• Emergency/Essential Personnel: No
• EEO Category: I-Faculty
• Full Time or Part Time: Part Time
• Telework Options: Yes (Telework options are subject to change based on business needs)
• Bilingual/Multilingual Requirement: No
• Work Schedule: Adjunct faculty teach a variety of day, evening, and weekend classes.
• Sensitive Position: No

Job Description Laurel Ridge Community College is accepting applications for adjunct part-time faculty (day, evening, and weekend) positions for a Communications adjunct. Adjunct Faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course semester basis as needed. Responsibilities include teaching college-level courses which may include distance learning on and off-campus courses during the day, evening, and weekends.

This position will be located on the Middletown Campus in Middletown, Virginia. The course will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during the Daytime.

Please note: Applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, or DC.

Adjunct/Continuing Education Faculty listings are on a continuous open until filled basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as-needed basis.

Submission Requirements:

• Submission of an online application is required.
• Unofficial transcripts of all college work completed are required.
• Cover letters and resumes are optional but recommended.

Compensation and Benefits

• Rate: The rate per credit hour will commensurate with education and relevant or teaching experience.
• Benefits: The position is part-time and, as such, is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.

Telework Policy According to DHRM policy 1.61, Teleworking effective July 5, 2022, Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies, telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position as defined by heads of agencies.

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Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeolaurelridge.edu for further information.

Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors.

The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment.

Special Assignments

• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.
• May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSAs / Required Qualifications

• Masters in Communication or Masters with 18 credits of Communications.
• The ability to use instructional technology is required.

Additional Considerations

• Occupational experience in the field.
• Experience with Canvas or other online course management tools.
• College-level teaching experience (online experience a plus).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• The ability to work with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.

Operation of a State Vehicle: No Supervises Employees: No Required Travel: Adjunct faculty may work at any of our sites, centers, or campuses. Classes may be online, hybrid, or in-person.

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number: ADJ_3166P
• Recruitment Type: General Public - G
• Number of Vacancies: 20
• Position End Date (if temporary): [Not Specified]
• Job Open Date: 03/03/2026
• Job Close Date: 08/01/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Agency Website:http://www.laurelridge.edu
• Contact Name: Melissa Shaffer-Reyes
• Email: mshaffer-reyes@laurelridge.edu
• Phone Number: [Not Specified]

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Upload Cover Letter (this is optional but recommended).
• Upload Resume (this is optional but recommended).
• Upload Unofficial Transcripts (this is required for faculty roles).
• Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference and background screenings are a condition of employment.

Additional InformationBackground Check Statement Disclaimer: The selected candidates offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks relevant to employment, and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov

EEO Statement: The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement: The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA) and ADAAA to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement: VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting:https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/94102

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

• Required Documents:
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Optional Documents:
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy
• Other Document
• Curriculum Vitae
• Certificate
• Unofficial Transcript 2
• Unofficial Transcript 3