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Director, Forensics Jobs in La Verne at University of La Verne

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Job Description Summary
The Rhetoric and Communication Studies Department (RCS) is seeking to hire a full-time Director of Forensics . This is a non-tenure track position. The program is seeking someone who can administer and coach the Speech & Debate Team and teach RCS classes every semester. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in coaching and adjudicating competitive Forensics. They would additionally have experience with the World Universities Debating Championship (also referred to as WUCD or British Parliamentary) format.
The Director of Forensics is responsible for promoting the activity on campus while enhancing the team’s reputation nationally and internationally.
The Director of Forensics oversees selection of Performance Scholarship, manages the Speech and Debate Team Office, and organizes and accompanies all travel with the team regionally, nationally and internationally.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Masters in Human Communication Studies, Speech Communication, or a related field.
  • Coaching experience with National Forensic Association, American Forensics Association, or WUCD sanctioned intervarsity competitions.
  • Applied knowledge of LMS (e.g., Blackboard, D2L, Canvas, Moodle).
  • Must possess strong skills and pedagogical acumen in the virtual and face-to-face environment.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Undergraduate level teaching experience in the field.

Benefits Summary
Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee’s total compensation

Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Location
La Verne Main Campus

Physical Demands Summary
Sitting frequency – Frequent – 34% 66%
Standing frequency – Frequent – 34% -66%
Walking frequency – Occasional – 1% -33%
Climbing Stairs – Occasional – 1% -33%
Lifting 0-20 lbs. – Occasional -1% -33%
Simple grasp – Occasional – 1%-33%
Verbal Communication – Frequent – 34% -66%

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?
Yes

If yes, list maximum weight and duration
Up to 20 Lbs.

Describe work environment
office environment, travel to competitions, and classroom environment.

Duties
Salary Range

Minimum:
$70,304

Maximum:
$73,144.28

Posting Details

Posting Number
2024-250294FA

Special Instructions to Applicants
The University of La Verne is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Open Date
06/29/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled
No

Title: Director, Forensics

Company: University of La Verne

Location: La Verne

 

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