Faculty - Criminal Justice

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Faculty - Criminal Justice

FLSA Exempt

Contract Length 9 months

Class Summary

College of the Mainland is seeking a full time Criminal Justice Faculty member to lead the expansion of the Criminal Justice Associate of Arts degree program. This position works closely with the Director of the Law Enforcement Training Center on the Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice.

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Full Time

Position Funding Regular

Minimum Education/Training/Experience

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice

OR

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in a qualifying field

OR

Law degree with 18 graduate hours related to criminal justice

Minimum qualifications must be met to be considered for credentialing

Preferred Education/Training/Experience

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice

At least seven (7) years of professional experience in the field of criminal justice to include: law enforcement, probation, corrections, courts, etc. Certifications, if any, must be in good standing, if applicable, in your specific area of expertise.

Experience in teaching/advising/mentoring high school and/or college-level students with broad, diverse backgrounds is also desired.

Possess a comprehensive knowledge of current instructional techniques and technology and knowledge and experience in teaching. Knowledge of Desire to Learn/Brightspace or other LMS systems is desirable.

Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communications and people skills.

Minimum Knowledge & Skills

• Commitment to Education:
• Demonstrated commitment to community college mission
• Strong dedication to quality teaching, student success, and completion
• Assessment and Outcome Management:
• Ability to develop and monitor student learning outcomes and assessment strategies
• Team Collaboration:
• Effective team player with a customer service focus
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and the public
• Innovative Teaching:
• Skilled in using innovative technology for teaching and learning
• Proficient in continuously enhancing teaching processes through technology
• Communication Skills:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  
  

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

Strong track record of building criminal justice programs.

Job Duties

• Teaching Excellence:
• Demonstrate mastery in Criminal Justice through effective content delivery, utilizing both pedagogy and andragogy methodologies
• Program Development:
• Contribute insights for the development of Criminal Justice program instruction, standards, and policies
• Develop and implement plans to build the CJ program, actively recruiting students
• Curriculum Enhancement:
• Design and deliver undergraduate courses in Criminal Justice, aligning with departmental objectives
• Integrate innovative teaching methods for diverse learning formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online)
• Student Support and Advising:
• Guide students through academic planning, from enrollment to graduation.
• Provide meaningful feedback promptly and maintain up-to-date records on student progress
• Community Engagement:
• Enhance the visibility of the Criminal Justice program by maintaining strong relationships with community partners
• Participate in community outreach initiatives, delivering presentations, workshops, and recruitment activities
• Leadership and Collaboration:
• Actively participate in college, school, and program coordinators meetings
• Serve on college and school committees, and contribute as an active member of the Criminal Justice Program Advisory Committee
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, instructional materials, and assessment tools
• Administrative Responsibilities:
• Hold required office hours and upload current syllabi, readings, and assignments promptly
• Supervise internships, student clubs, and field practicum experiences as needed
• Assessment and Scholarship:
• Develop and implement course and program assessments for student learning outcomes
• Engage in scholarship to inform curriculum and maintain relevance in the discipline area
• Professional Development:
• Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and training sessions to enhance teaching effectiveness
• Pursue external funding and entrepreneurial opportunities to support program growth.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations within the department, campus, and college-wide
• Communication:
• Effectively communicate with students through various channels – email, phone, online discussion boards, and face-to-face, as appropriate
  
  

Licensing/Certification Requirements

NA

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F237P

Candidates that are eligible apply Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please NOTE : All applications must contain complete job histories, which include job title, dates of employment (month/year), name of employer, supervisors name and phone numbers and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be considered incomplete. Applications with “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state “unknown” for any incomplete fields. A scanned copy of unofficial transcript(s) must be attached to the online application.

Minimum Salary Range Masters: $45,395 Doctorate: $54,129

Mid Point Salary Range .

Maximum Salary Range Masters: $59,013 Doctorate: $70,362

Posting Open Date 04/29/2024

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.com.edu/postings/3477

EEO Statement

College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status.

College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.