Instructor, Technical Communication
Company Name: Red River College
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Contact Information
Dept: Human Resources
Fax: 204-694-0750
E-mail: humanresources@rrc.mb.ca
Instructor, Technical Communication
Creative Arts Department
Red River College is a leader in applied learning and innovation. Our talented team of employees is passionate about education, innovation and student success. We offer competitive salaries, extensive benefits, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career. Together, we are going places.
We are currently seeking an Instructor, Technical Communication to join our team.
Reporting to the Chair of Creative Arts, the successful candidate is responsible for full-time instruction in a variety of courses within the Technical Communication Program and the Creative Arts Department.
Duties:
Preparing and presenting instruction in a classroom and laboratory environment; developing and updating course curriculum as required; interviewing program applicants; supervising student independent projects; counseling students and evaluating student progress; helping to identify and pursue student co-op placements; keeping student records and assessing equivalencies; assisting in College activities including student registration and events; coordinating contacts with employers and other outside agencies; promoting the Program to prospective students and employers; and working with colleagues on cross-disciplinary projects.
Qualification Requirements:
- post-secondary educational background with a relevant degree in communication/English
- minimum of five years current experience in the field of technical or business communication
- a broad knowledge of technical communication, especially new media and social media
- a portfolio of technical or business communication work
- relationships with related professional organizations and industry
- experience in teaching and mentoring
- demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development
- experience with current technology and an interest in applying new technologies
- an understanding of the creative process and the ability to devise strategies to nurture student creativity and professionalism, both in the classroom and in one-on-one sessions
- sensitivity to, and understanding of the learning needs of adult learners from a wide range of educational, cultural, socio-economic and age groups
- excellent communication (written and oral), presentation and interpersonal skills
- ability to work independently and in a team environment
Candidates are asked to specifically address the above Qualification Requirements in their application.
*Candidates chosen for interviews will be required to provide a portfolio of their professional and creative work.
We seek diversity in our workplace. Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Competition No.: 2010-68
Closing Date: July 16, 2010
Salary: $49,874 to $74,083 per annum*
*The successful candidate with a Masters or PhD in a related field will receive an Educational Supplement of $2,550 or $5,100 per annum respectively.
Apply in writing to:
Red River College
C410 – 2055 Notre Dame Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0J9
Fax: 204-694-0750
E-mail: humanresources@rrc.mb.ca
To view this and other employment opportunities online, visit us at www.rrc.ca and select "Employment Opportunities" from the list of links located on the bottom of our web page.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
