Director of Debate

Boston College • Newton, MA

18h • $82,100 - $102,650

About The Position

Boston College seeks a Director of Debate to lead and coach its National Debate Tournament (NDT) program within the Fulton Debating Society, housed in the Department of Communication in the Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences. The university aims to continue the program’s policy-oriented NDT focus. The Director will administer the program budget, arrange travel, and attend 8 to 10 tournaments each year. Teaching one course per semester in Debate, Argumentation Theory, Persuasion, Public Speaking, or a similar subject on an overload basis is a welcomed option. This is a 12-month, exempt, full-time position with a 35-hour workweek. The target start date is June 2027. The hiring range is $82,100 to $102,650, with salary commensurate with relevant experience.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. is desired; a J.D. or M.A. is accepted.
• Previous experience as an NDT debater is desired.
• Experience coaching in a competitive NDT program is desired.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as an NDT debater.
• Experience coaching in a competitive NDT program.
• Teaching one course per semester on an overload basis is welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Coach Boston College’s National Debate Tournament program.
• Administer the debate program budget.
• Make travel arrangements.
• Attend 8 to 10 tournaments per year.
• Optionally teach one course per semester in Debate, Argumentation Theory, Persuasion, Public Speaking, or a similar subject on an overload basis.

Benefits

• Tuition remission for employees.
• Tuition remission for eligible spouses and children.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Low-cost life insurance.
• Eligibility for a University-Funded 401(k) plan and an employer-sponsored 403(b) retirement plan.
• Paid holidays annually.
• Sick and vacation pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director