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Position Information
Position Title Adjunct Criminal Justice Dual Credit Instructor Workforce FLSA Exempt Contract Length N/A Class Summary
College of the Mainland is seeking adjunct Criminal Justice Faculty members to assist the expansion of the Criminal Justice Associate of Arts degree program. This position is for online and in person instruction.
Position Type Adjunct Employment Status Part Time Position Funding Regular Minimum Education/Training/Experience
Minimum qualifications must be met to be considered for credentialing:
TCOLE Certified Peace Officer and
At least five (5) years of full-time professional experience in the field of criminal justice, including law enforcement, probation, corrections, courts, etc. Certifications, if any, must be in good standing, if applicable, in your specific area of expertise.
Preferred Education/Training/Experience
Associate Degree or higher in a criminal justice-related field.
TCOLE Master Peace Officer License
At least ten (10) years of professional experience in the field of criminal justice, including law enforcement, probation, corrections, courts, etc.
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 communication and people skills.
Minimum Knowledge & Skills
Innovative Teaching:
Skilled practice in creating high quality teaching and learning.
Proficient in continuously enhancing teaching processes through technology.
Continuous improvement of curriculum, course delivery, and andragogy.
Technical Proficiency:
Proficient in Desire2Learn/Brightspace LMS. Or other LMS experience
Strong technology skills in using email, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
Commitment to Education:
Demonstrated commitment to community college mission.
Strong dedication to quality teaching, student success, and completion.
Academic Expertise:
In-depth knowledge of college's academic and instructional functions.
Team Collaboration:
Effective team player with a customer service focus.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and the public.
Communication Skills:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to define problems, collect data, and present information effectively.
Adaptability and Confidentiality:
Ability to grasp concepts quickly and handle sensitive, confidential data.
Thrives in a fast-paced, customer-service-oriented, and diverse working environment.
Preferred Knowledge & Skills
Strong background in teaching courses that lead to student success.
Job Duties
Teaching Excellence:
Demonstrate mastery in Criminal Justice through effective content delivery, utilizing both pedagogy and andragogy methodologies.
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).
Communication:
Effectively communicate with students through various channels - email, phone, online discussion boards, and face-to-face, as appropriate.
Licensing/Certification Requirements
TCOLE Peace Officer
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 F314P Candidates that are eligible apply Internal/External Special Instructions to Applicant Minimum Salary Range TBD Mid Point Salary Range TBD Maximum Salary Range Posting Open Date 08/01/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.com.edu/postings/4707 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.
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