Career Opportunities

Description

The Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications invites nominations and applications for a qualified full-time position of assistant professor in journalism.

Founded in 1868, Hampton University is a leading historically black university (HBCU) located on the Virginia Peninsula in the City of Hampton. It is a privately endowed, co-educational, nonsectarian institution.

The Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications is the result of more than 50 years of mass media-related instruction at Hampton University. Founded in 2002, the Scripps Howard School offers program services to more than 250 students who major in journalism and strategic communication. It emphasizes excellence and innovation in teaching while adhering to the core standards and ethical principles of the industry. The journalism curriculum encompasses the professional values and essential competencies enumerated by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications.

Responsibilities

The assistant professor is a full-time faculty member in the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications and will concentrate on teaching classes to meet requirements in the journalism major. The Scripps Howard School desires candidates who can merge theoretic instruction with hands-on opportunities for students that illuminate industry trends and/or show industry needs. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Teaching classes geared toward the journalism major.
Teaching a 4/4 load including classes such as Reporting and Newswriting Across Platforms, Social and Multimedia Analytics, and Content Editing.
Mentoring students in the journalism major.
Providing writing support for students.
Participating in school-wide and university-wide committees.
Participating in the development and assessment of student learning.
Advising students.

Minimum Qualification/Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in journalism, communications, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably from an R1 institution. Three (3) years of professional experience in journalism, content editing, reporting, and newswriting.

Recommended Competencies

The successful candidate must possess the following skill set:

Demonstrated record of experience in teaching at the tertiary level that resulted in students winning recognition at the local, regional, national, or international level.
Demonstrated experience working with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Outstanding interpersonal, spoken and written communication skills.
High energy level and initiative.
Member of professional journalism or related organizations.
Demonstrated teamwork and effective communication skills with colleagues.
Demonstrated best practices in developing and maintaining student relations, decision-making and leadership skills.
Classroom leader, colleague and student mentor who helps to advance the success and achievement of students towards the #1 experience in America.
Understands, develops, and provides an inclusive learning environment that supports diversity and incorporates sensitivity to diversity within the school and broader university community.
Professional network of industry contacts to recommend opportunities for student internships and job placement.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work in a participatory and collegial setting, managing multiple projects effectively.
A collaborative and congenial spirit.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office with the capability to adapt to new media technologies.

How to Apply

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a Hampton University Application for Employment for faculty form, a letter outlining the candidate’s commitment to teaching, professional and scholarly work, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation on company letterhead. Applications may be submitted electronically to Dean Julia Wilson – julia.wilson@hamptonu.edu or mailed to:

Dean Julia A. Wilson

Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications
200 William R. Harvey Way

Scripps Howard Building, Room 110

HAMPTON VA 23669

Phone: (757) 727-5405

Assistant Professor (Strategic Communication)

Description

The Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications invites nominations and applications for a qualified full-time position of assistant professor in journalism.

The Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications is the result of more than 50 years of mass media-related instruction at Hampton University. Founded in 2002, the Scripps Howard School offers program services to more than 225 students who major in journalism and strategic communication. It emphasizes excellence and innovation in teaching while adhering to the core standards and ethical principles of the industry. The strategic communication curriculum encompasses the professional values and essential competencies enumerated by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications.

Responsibilities

The assistant professor is a full-time faculty member in the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications and will concentrate on teaching classes geared toward the strategic communication major. The successful candidate should have professional expertise in communications. The Scripps Howard School especially desires candidates who can merge theoretic instruction with hands-on opportunities for students that illuminate industry trends and/or show industry needs. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Teaching classes geared toward the strategic communications major.
Teaching a 4/4 load including classes such as Advanced Media Analytics, Crisis Communications and PR, Campaigns and Media Brand Marketing.
Mentoring students in the strategic communication major.
Serving as an advisor for student organizations, including PRSSA and Brand 757, our student-led PR company
Participating in school-wide and university-wide committees.
Participating in the development and assessment of student learning.
Advising students.

Minimum Qualifications / Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in public relations, communications, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably from an R1 institution. Three (3) years of professional experience in the communications industry – public relations, marketing, advertising, journalism, or related field.

Recommended Competencies

The successful candidate must possess the following skill set:

Demonstrated record of experience in teaching at the tertiary level that resulted in students winning recognition at the local, regional, national, or international level.
Demonstrated experience working with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Outstanding interpersonal, spoken and written communication skills.
High energy level and initiative.
Member of professional communications or related organizations.
Demonstrated teamwork and effective communication skills with colleagues.
Demonstrated best practices in developing and maintaining student relations, decision-making and leadership skills.
Classroom leader, colleague and student mentor who helps to advance the success and achievement of students towards the #1 experience in America.
Understands, develops, and provides an inclusive learning environment that supports diversity and incorporates sensitivity to diversity within the school and broader university community.
Professional network of industry contacts to recommend opportunities for student internships and job placement.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work in a participatory and collegial setting, managing multiple projects effectively.
A collaborative and congenial spirit.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office with the capability to adapt to new media technologies.

How to Apply

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a Hampton University Application for Employment for faculty form, a letter outlining the candidate’s commitment to teaching, professional and scholarly work; a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation on company letterhead. Applications may be submitted electronically to Dean Julia Wilson – julia.wilson@hamptonu.edu or mailed to:

Dean Julia A. Wilson

Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications
200 William R. Harvey Way, Scripps Howard Building, Room 110

HAMPTON VA 23669

Phone: (757) 727-54054

Administrative Assistant

Description

The Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications invites nominations and applications for full-time position of administrative assistant, beginning immediately.

Duties and Responsibilities

Hampton University’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism & Communications Administrative Assistant supports the administrative and clerical activities of the Office of the Dean. The Administrative Assistant serves as office manager for the Office of the Dean and is responsible for providing intermediate to advance administrative and technical support, as well as the management of the Dean’s calendar, procurement of office supplies, and submission of expense reports and invoices, travel arrangements and other matters assigned by the Dean or Assistant Dean. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Use principles of good customer service to answer telephone, screen, direct calls, take and relay messages accurately and provide adequate information to callers.
Schedule appointments, co-ordinate meetings, maintain calendar both manually and electronically.
Take minutes in monthly faculty meetings
Serve as first point of contact with students in completing forms
Perform general office/administrative tasks, including managing budgetary and financial accounting records
Monitor and maintain office equipment, and supplies and order as needed, control inventory relevant to reception area
Keep office space and reception area organized and orderly.
Manage work study students and assign tasks as needed by Dean and Assistant Dean

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of clerical/secretarial experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess the following skill set:

Excellent communication (fluent in English language) and organization skills.
Ability to work well either independently or as part of a team.
High energy and commitment to accomplishment.
Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
Preferably media savvy and possess a general understanding of the media industry and the University’s media enterprise.
Willingness to support a diverse population of learners.
Ability to work in a participatory and collegial setting, multitasking, and managing multiple projects effectively.
A collaborative and congenial spirit.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Capability to adapt to new technologies.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Application for Educational Support Staff Employment either via email at shsjc@hamptonu.edu, HROffice@hamptonu.edu or fax to (757) 727-5969:

Office of Human Resources

Hampton University

Hampton, VA 23668

Global Public Policy Center, Director

Job Description

The Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications invites nominations and applications for the full-time position of Director of Global Public Policy Center, a partner to the emerging Global Media Center.

The Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications is the result of more than 50 years of mass media-related instruction at Hampton University. Founded in 2002, the school emphasizes excellence and innovation, while adhering to the core standards and ethical principles of the industry. The program services more than 200 students majoring in journalism and strategic communication. The curriculum encompasses the professional values and essential competencies required by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications. The Global Public Policy Center is housed within the Scripps Howard School and serves as a hub for journalists and communicators worldwide to collaborate on instructional resources, research and public policy affecting Black Americans locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate should have professional expertise in identifying and conveying Public Policy issues in the U.S. and internationally that impact Black Americans. The Scripps Howard School prefers candidates who are well connected on Capitol Hill and in decision-making communities nationally and globally. They must have a minimum of 3 years working on public policy issues.

Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Manage the day-to-day operations of the Global Public Policy Center in the SHSJC
Develop a comprehensive strategic plan for the center.
Develop strategic partnerships for the school with key public policymakers and organizations.
Lead activities of the Center, including but not limited to, organizing topical news discussions, seminars, conferences, special events, polling announcements, studies on education, health, wealth, voting, incarceration, reparations, political representation, and other battlefront issues that impact Black Americans.
Maintain digital communications, reports, and records.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must possess at least a master’s degree in communication or equivalent professional experience. The successful candidate will have professional experience in a media and/or communications-related field (public relations, marketing, advertising, journalism, etc.).

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess the following skill set:

National and international contacts
Ability to develop and build partnerships.
Outstanding interpersonal, oral and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in a foreign language is desired.
High level of energy and initiative.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to multi-task.
Appreciation of a diverse working environment.
Ability to work in a participatory and collegial setting, managing multiple projects effectively.
A collaborative and congenial spirit.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; understanding of digital media and data analytical skills.
Capability to adapt to new and emerging technologies, including visualization of data.

How to Apply

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a Hampton University Application for Employment form, a letter outlining the candidate’s commitment to leadership, professional academic work; a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation. Applications may be submitted electronically to Dean Julia Wilson – julia.wilson@hamptonu.edu or mailed to:

Dean Julia A. Wilson

Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications
200 William R. Harvey Way, Scripps Howard Building, Room 110

HAMPTON VA 23669

Phone: (757) 727-5405