College Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

Classification Summary

The faculty members responsibilities include providing instruction, use of a learning management system (currently CANVAS), providing instruction for lecture, lab, internships and/or clinical classes. The instruction provided must be compliant with the New Mexico Common Core class requirements, regulations, policies and industry best practices, where applicable. Education and experience requirements include a minimum of an associate's degree in related field (or level of education required for the program). The faculty member is responsible for developing and maintaining strong partnerships with appropriate community stakeholders in support of new course development and college improvement initiatives. This individual promotes NMSU-Alamogordos mission by providing quality learning opportunities within the diverse service area.

Classification Standard Duties

• Provide 15-credit hours of instruction per fall and spring semesters.
• Maintain an on-campus presence, as required by policy and supervisory requirements.
• Position responsibilities require leadership in both academic and/or workforce areas and include meeting student retention goals.
• Participate in educational planning, student orientation and recruiting events, convocation, graduation, and other campus-wide or division/departmental events, as assigned by supervisor or VPAA.
• Evaluate processes, subject matter area courses, and student performance.
• Motivate and advise students.
• Participate in the development and instruction of class/lab/simulation courses, selection of textbooks and educational resources, development of syllabi, course-level and program assessment and curricular revisions/changes.
• Provide instruction in courses, labs, clinical and college and community activities that may be scheduled during the weekday, evenings, or weekends, depending on institutional needs. The potential exists for summer and overload instruction at additional compensation.
• Participate as a member or chair on various committees and task forces.
• Identify and communicate the need for supplies and equipment to meet program needs and goals.
• Participate in professional development activities as assigned or personally identified.
• Perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by supervisor(s).
• Participate in course and program assessment and the program review process.
• Obtain and maintain required licensure and/or certifications in subject matter fields.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency

• Master of Arts Degree or Master of Fine Arts Degree in Graphic Design or closely related field.
• Familiarity with latest technologies and software that impact the Graphic Design classroom.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and with other faculty and administration.
• Demonstrated interest in working with the community.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to teach face-to-face, online, and hybrid courses.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Understanding of the community college mission and philosophy.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use Windows and/or Mac operating systems, Microsoft Office word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach 15 credits each semester in Graphic Design, including web-page design and video production.
• Teach weekdays, weekends, evenings, online, hybrid and off-campus.
• Instruct, support, advise and provide timely feedback to students in accordance with NMSU-A policy and procedures.
• Provide professional and public service.
• Maintain professional and academic competence and participate in professional development activities.
• Participate in educational planning, student orientation and recruiting events, convocation, graduation, and other campus-wide or division/departmental events, as assigned by supervisor or VPAA.
• Maintain an on-campus presence, as required by policy and supervisory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of excellence in teaching at the college level.
• Experience and / or training in designing and delivering video production courses.
• Experience in designing and delivering online courses.
• Professional experience in the Graphic Design industry.

Special Requirements of the Position

Flexible hours in order to participate in student orientation and recruiting events, convocation, graduation, and other campus-wide or division/departmental events, as assigned by their supervisor or VPAA.

Department Contact: David MacWilliams 575-439-3671 dcmacwil@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Work schedule will be based on class schedules.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the official document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement
NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.