Montclair State University Looking for Clinical Specialist, Spanish Language Journalism Full Time

Job Number: R1003636

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
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• In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the “My Experience” section of your application.

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The School of Communication and Media and the Department of Spanish and Latino Studies at Montclair State University invites applications for a clinical specialist (non-tenure track teaching professor) in Spanish Language Journalism. This position will support the University’s commitment to preparing students for professional journalism careers serving Hispanic and Spanish speaking communities. This interdisciplinary faculty member will be housed both in the School of Communication and Media’s journalism program and the Department of Spanish and Latino Studies in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, helping to lead and grow a collaborative new certificate program in Spanish Language Journalism. Teaching assignments will include courses from both units, including Reportando las Noticias, a newly created Spanish language newscast course (Montclair NewsLab en Español) which will produce news broadcasts for distribution on the University’s Hawk+ streaming platform, and possible courses in Hispanic culture based on the candidate’s area of expertise. This may include coursework related to the candidate’s cultural experiences as a professional journalist. Candidates should have a strong professional work history in Spanish language journalism. Of particular interest are candidates who have professional experience in Spanish language television and broadcast news and are excited for the future of this evolving discipline. Candidates must be fluent (both oral and written) in Spanish. Faculty are expected to contribute to the curricular and co-curricular life of the University, including support for student news broadcasts and campus events. This faculty member will have the unique opportunity to continue to leverage and grow the University’s partnerships with a range of news organizations that serve a diverse public, including membership in the NBCU Academy program, a partnership with WNBC/WNJU, and recruiting and content partnerships with a broad range of local and national news organizations. This is a 10-month, renewable position.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Significant professional experience as a professional Spanish language journalist in broadcast or digital journalism. Experience as a producer is appreciated (or eagerness to grow in that capacity). Must be fluent in oral and written English and Spanish. Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree (ideally in either journalism/communication or Spanish) and previous college teaching experience.

THE SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA:
Founded in 2012, the School of Communication and Media offers a range of dynamic programs in communication and media to a talented and diverse student population of over 1,800. Offering degrees in film and television, social media and public relations, advertising, journalism and digital media, sports communication, animation and visual effects, and an MA in public and organizational relations, the School prepares the next generation of communication and media practitioners and leaders. It maintains several critical strategic partnerships, including membership in NBCU Academy and the summer residency program for Ghetto Film School. The School houses award-winning student programs that include WMSC Radio, The Montclarion newspaper, Hawk Communications PR Agency, the Red Hawk Sports Network, Hawk+ OTT streaming platform, a newly launched Los Angeles residential program, and News Lab, as well as the Joetta Di Bella and Fred C. Sautter III Center for Strategic Communication and the Center for Cooperative Media, the latter of which serves the public by working to grow and strengthen local and collaborative journalism. Recent national recognitions for the School include an Edward R. Murrow Award, several Marconi Award nominations, and a College Television Award from the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

THE DEPARTMENT OF SPANISH AND LATINO STUDIES:

The Department of Spanish and Latino Studies offers a variety of programs characterized by academic rigor, diverse cultural perspectives, innovative and appropriate uses of technology, and attention to the latest theories of language learning and approaches to Spanish, Latin American, and Caribbean literature, translation and interpreting, cultural studies, accessibility, linguistics, and pedagogy. The Department offers students enriching cultural and social activities that foster a sense of community and belonging. As a Hispanic-serving institution, the Department is home to a large population of heritage and native speakers of Spanish with course offerings that accommodate different proficiency levels and interests, such as Spanish for Heath Practitioners, Spanish for Law Enforcement, and Spanish for Business. The Department also provides opportunities for participation in community-oriented projects that serve the Spanish-speaking community in NY and NJ. Housed in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Department shares the College’s mission of engaging students in reading, writing, research, and analytical thinking that prepare them for success in many areas of work and in post-baccalaureate study as well as interdisciplinary studies and learning beyond the classroom through internships, community engagement, and study abroad opportunities.

THE UNIVERSITY:
Montclair State University is a nationally recognized R2 doctoral research institution that empowers students, faculty, and researchers to rise above their own expectations. Building on a distinguished history dating back to 1908, the University today has ten colleges and schools serving 22,000 undergraduate and graduate students with more than 300 doctoral, master’s, and baccalaureate programs. Situated on a beautiful 252-acre suburban campus just 12 miles from New York City, the University welcomes a diverse population of students, many of whom are the first in their families to attend college, and delivers the instructional and research resources of a large public university in a supportive and sophisticated academic environment.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT:
Montclair State University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community representative of the state of New Jersey through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. The university’s commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to thrive as a global citizen.  As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution, Montclair State University pursues a university-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the varied voices of our students, faculty, and staff. The University encourages candidates to apply who will contribute to the cultural tapestry of the campus and embrace teaching a diverse student population, many of whom are first-generation college students.

SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience    

STARTING DATE: September 1, 2024

REQUIRED MATERIALS: 

• Cover letter, curriculum vitae, creative/research and teaching statements, and representative work samples, which can be uploaded during the application process.
• Three letters of recommendation which can be sent to [email protected].

APPLY BY:  Preference will be given to applications received by April 1, 2024.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION INSTITUTION

Department
School of Communication and Media

Position Type
Specialist

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources’ Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at 
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.  The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/

With a proud history and a vibrant future, Montclair State University is one of New Jersey’s most diverse and dynamic institutions of higher education. One of four public research institutions in the state, Montclair State is a designated R2 Research Doctoral University by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Located 12 miles west of New York City on a 252-acre suburban campus which boasts modern, state-of-the-art facilities complemented by green spaces, public plazas and striking Spanish Mission architecture, the University offers a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum with a global focus; a broad variety of superior graduate programs through the doctoral level; and a highly productive, dedicated and diverse faculty and student body.

The University’s 11 colleges and schools offer more than 300 undergraduate and graduate majors, minors, concentrations and certificate programs, and with more than 120 student organizations and 18 NCAA Division III athletic teams for men and women, Montclair State offers its students a comprehensive college experience.

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. Additional information can be found on the website at www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/