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Communications roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA when the position requires a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or a related field. Canadian citizens can enter at the border with an employer support letter. Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate with an employer support letter. No lottery, no annual cap for Canadians.
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Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Communications
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 298A0000
Agency Laurel Ridge Community College
Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)
Work Location Frederick - 069
Hiring Range The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50.
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? - Telework options are subject to change based on business needs - Yes
Work Schedule
Adjunct faculty teach a variety of day, evening and weekend classes.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Laurel Ridge Community College is accepting applications for adjunct, part-time faculty (day, evening and weekend) positions for a Communications adjunct. Adjunct Faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Responsibilities include teaching college level courses, which may include distance learning on and off campus courses during the day, evening and weekends.
This position will be located on the Middletown Campus in Middletown, Virginia.
The course will be held on Monday’s and Wednesday’s during the Daytime.
Please note: applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or DC.
Adjunct/Continuing Education Faculty listings are on a continuous, open until filled basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis. Submission of online application must also include unofficial transcripts of all college work completed (cover letters and resumes are optional, but recommended).
Compensation and Benefits:
The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50. The position is part time and as such is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.
Telework
According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking, effective July 5, 2022, Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies, telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position, as defined by heads of agencies.
Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.
Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Required Masters in Communication or Masters with 18 credits of Communications.
The ability to use instructional technology is required.
Additional Considerations
Occupational experience in the field.
Experience with Canvas or other online course management tools.
College level teaching experience, online experience a plus.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
* The ability to work with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
Adjunct faculty may work at any of our sites, centers or campuses. Classes may be online, hybrid or in-person.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_3166P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 20
Job Open Date 03/03/2026
Job Close Date 08/01/2026
Open Until Filled
Contact Name Melissa Shaffer-Reyes
Email mshaffer-reyes@laurelridge.edu
Special Instructions to Applicants
Upload Cover Letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is required for faculty roles). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Posting Summary
Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Communications
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 298A0000
Agency Laurel Ridge Community College
Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)
Work Location Frederick - 069
Hiring Range The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50.
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? - Telework options are subject to change based on business needs - Yes
Work Schedule
Adjunct faculty teach a variety of day, evening and weekend classes.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Laurel Ridge Community College is accepting applications for adjunct, part-time faculty (day, evening and weekend) positions for a Communications adjunct. Adjunct Faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Responsibilities include teaching college level courses, which may include distance learning on and off campus courses during the day, evening and weekends.
This position will be located on the Middletown Campus in Middletown, Virginia.
The course will be held on Monday’s and Wednesday’s during the Daytime.
Please note: applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or DC.
Adjunct/Continuing Education Faculty listings are on a continuous, open until filled basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis. Submission of online application must also include unofficial transcripts of all college work completed (cover letters and resumes are optional, but recommended).
Compensation and Benefits:
The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50. The position is part time and as such is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.
Telework
According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking, effective July 5, 2022, Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies, telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position, as defined by heads of agencies.
Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.
Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Required Masters in Communication or Masters with 18 credits of Communications.
The ability to use instructional technology is required.
Additional Considerations
Occupational experience in the field.
Experience with Canvas or other online course management tools.
College level teaching experience, online experience a plus.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
* The ability to work with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
Adjunct faculty may work at any of our sites, centers or campuses. Classes may be online, hybrid or in-person.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_3166P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 20
Job Open Date 03/03/2026
Job Close Date 08/01/2026
Open Until Filled
Contact Name Melissa Shaffer-Reyes
Email mshaffer-reyes@laurelridge.edu
Special Instructions to Applicants
Upload Cover Letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is required for faculty roles). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Communications
Gather credentials that prove specialty occupation
TN visa eligibility for communications roles depends on showing your degree directly relates to the job duties. A journalism degree supporting a public relations role is fine; a general arts degree may not be. Get your transcripts translated and evaluated before applying.
Target employers with recent visa filing experience
Search for employers with recent visa filings in communications roles. Prior experience with work visa sponsorship signals familiarity with the visa process, cutting down the time spent educating HR teams on the requirements.
Clarify your job title matches USMCA listed occupations
TN approval hinges on your role mapping to a recognized category. Titles like 'Content Strategist' or 'Brand Manager' don't appear in USMCA by name, so your offer letter must frame duties around a qualifying occupation like Graphic Designer or Scientific Technician where applicable.
Search TN-ready employers using Migrate Mate
Filter for communications roles at employers who already sponsor TN visas using Migrate Mate. It surfaces job listings tied to verified sponsorship history, so you spend less time on companies that have never navigated the TN process.
Prepare your employer's support letter precisely
Canadian professionals present the employer's TN support letter directly at the port of entry. That letter must state your job title, duties, required degree, and TN classification. CBP officers deny entry when letters are vague about how duties require your specific degree.
Understand Mexican citizen consular requirements upfront
If you're Mexican, TN sponsorship requires a consular appointment, not port-of-entry processing. Schedule the appointment after the employer provides a support letter. Bring the employer support letter, degree credentials, and your passport. Processing delays at consulates can affect start date planning.
Communications TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do communications jobs actually qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, but the title alone doesn't determine eligibility. The position must require a bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the duties. A communications strategist role requiring a degree in communications, journalism, or public relations will typically qualify. Roles where any degree is acceptable, regardless of field, are harder to support under TN.
How does TN compare to H-1B for communications professionals?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start working as soon as CBP approves your application at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires winning a lottery with roughly a one-in-four chance each year and waiting until October 1 to begin work. For communications professionals who qualify under USMCA, TN is a faster and more predictable path.
What should a communications job offer letter include for TN purposes?
The offer letter must state your specific job title, a detailed description of duties, the TN category you're entering under, your required degree and field, and your employment start date. Vague letters that list broad responsibilities without connecting them to your specific degree field are a common reason CBP or consular officers push back on TN applications.
Where can I find communications employers who sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate lets you search for communications roles specifically filtered by TN visa sponsorship. Rather than cold-applying to employers who may not know the TN process, you can focus on companies that have already sponsored professionals under USMCA. This is especially useful for Mexican citizens planning consular appointments, where employer readiness matters more.
Can Mexican citizens use TN sponsorship for communications roles the same way Canadians can?
The substantive requirements are identical, but the process differs. Canadian citizens apply at a U.S. port of entry with their documents and receive a decision the same day. Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate abroad and schedule an interview. Mexico also has a TN allocation limit per year, which Canadians are not subject to, so timing your application matters.