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MSCF FACULTY JOB POSTING

POSITION:Commercial Art --Communication DesignInstructor

STARTING DATE:August 18, 2026

APPOINTMENT:Full-Time Unlimitedposition (PCN00751060)

TELWORK:No

SALARY: $44,359 - 74,050 annual base (171-day contract)

DEADLINE:To receive guaranteed consideration, application materials should arrive byJuly 17, 2026, 11:59pm.The search will remain open until the position is filled.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Full-time instructional position to instruct courses inCommunicationDesign.

Course load mayinclude:Advertising, Photoshop, After Effects, Digital Photography, Drawing and/or Illustration, Portfolio and/or Capstone, and Design Production.This position will be in theBusiness,Designand Information TechnologyDivision of the college.Responsibilities will also includerecruiting and interviewing prospective students, advising current students,developingand delivering curriculum, job placement for graduates, andmaintaininganongoingrelationship with industry.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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Education Requirement

• Associate degree in commercial art or graphic arts.

Occupational Experience Requirement

• Four full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a commercial artist or a graphic artist.

Recency Requirement

• One year of this work experience shall be within the five yearsimmediatelypreceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching design courses at the introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels.

• Professional experience in Motion Design andadditionalareas such as Illustration, Data Visualization/Information Design, Creative Direction, Brand Identity Design, or User Experience (UI/UX).

• Demonstratedexpertisein all industry standardgraphic designsoftware: Adobe InDesign, Illustrator,Photoshop, andAfter Effects

• Experience with print production methods, digital fabrication, and related production technologies.

• Demonstrated service and/or membershipwithin the largerdesign community and/or public.

Alexandria Technical and Community College is constantlyseekingto become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings.The College strongly encourages applications frompersonswith diverse backgrounds.

NOTICE:In accordance withthe Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

TO APPLY: Apply online atalextech.edu/jobs.You must apply online and attach a cover letter, electronicresume,portfolioand copies of your transcript(s) to your online applicationin order tobe considered for this position.

CONTACT:employment@alextech.edu

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

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