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WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32). Position Information Position Title Instructor of Communication and Director of Speech Requisition Number F00477P Job Description The Department of Communication at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, invites applications for an Instructor of Communication and Director of Speech who will begin in Fall Semester 2026. We seek a dedicated teacher who will be an active and collegial faculty member in the Department of Communication. This person will serve as a program administrator, teacher, and coach with expertise in Individual Events / Forensics (e.g. events at the NFA or NIET tournament) to substantially expand a Competitive Speech Program to complement a longstanding Policy Debate Program and a very successful semi-annual Speech Showcase. The successful candidate will communicate respectfully and proactively with students, faculty colleagues, and university administrators about the value of collegiate Individual Events. Job Duties Administrative duties include budget management, report writing, travel logistics, student recruitment, high school outreach, tournament and event hosting, scholarship management, and public relations. Coaching duties include helping students prepare for competition in individual events (e.g. selecting topics/literature, editing drafts/helping to cut pieces), practices, travel to tournaments, judging commitments, etc. The position includes a full-time teaching load of 12 hours per semester, typically split into two regular undergraduate courses per semester and two courses that are connected to the Speech team’s practice. Candidates should expect to teach undergraduate courses in Public Speaking (introductory and advanced), Interpersonal & Small Group Communication, and/or other classes as needed by the department, including General Education. Other teaching opportunities are available depending on willingness and experience. Required Qualifications Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Communication (or a related discipline) by the time of appointment

At least two years of experience coaching NFA or NIET-style individual events

Ability to travel 6-8 times a year Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Two years of college-level teaching experience

Experience with managing a budget and travel logistics

Tournament or event-hosting experience

Record of personal and/or coaching competitive excellence in NFA/ NIET-style Individual Events

Strong collaborative/teamwork skills

Demonstrated commitment to serving a wide variety of students A successful candidate will be willing to