Law Enforcement Academy, Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Gallatin College (Applicant Pool)

Position Details Position Information Announcement Number: FAC - VA - 26120

For questions regarding this position, please contact Charlynn Malcom at charlynn.malcommontana.edu.

Position Overview Gallatin College is seeking a non-tenure track instructor to teach at the Law Enforcement Academy as a Lead Instructor or co-instructor. All curriculum has been developed and will be given to instructors at time of hire.

Faculty Tenure Track: No Faculty Rank: Instructor Position Number: 4A6485 Department: Gallatin College Division: Gallatin College Appointment Type: Faculty Contract Term: Academic Year, Semester If other specify: From date If other specify: End date Union Affiliation: Contact HR for Determination FTE: 1-17 credits/semester Benefits: Eligible, Depends on FTE, please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651 Salary: $1300/credit Contract Type: LOA If other please specify: Recruitment Type: Open

Position Details General Statement Gallatin College seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool.

Course Instructors

• Will be responsible for identifying and securing co-instructors to teach in the following areas: • Driving and Patrol Functions • Firearms • Interview and Interrogation • Defensive Tactics • Law Enforcement Scenarios • Tactical Medicine • Crime Scene Investigation • Evidence Processing • Criminal Juvenile and Tribal Law • Ethics Investigations • Other Law Enforcement Training Requirements and Duties
• Understand industry standards and best practices as well as college rules and regulations.
• Communicate well with all types of learners at different levels of expertise.
• Recognize safety hazards and unsafe operation of tools or equipment and be able to instruct students in proper use.
• Maintain and inventory any applicable equipment utilized in the classroom or lab settings.
• Inventory consumables and prepare reorder lists for restocking.
• Maintain an organized and clean learning environment.
• Provide and/or locate emergency medical assistance when needed.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Two years of experience in training, teaching, or a related field.
• Education: Be at least 21 years old.
• Knowledge & Skills: Have general knowledge of the theories and practices of law enforcement, public safety, and the criminal justice system. Have an understanding of theories and practices related to adult learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Prior teaching experience.
• Education: Possess a bachelors degree or associate degree from an accredited college/university.
• Subject Matter Expert in Topics of Instruction: Documented experience with a professional law enforcement agency.
• Ability to pass a background investigation.
• Proficient in Spanish.

Successful Candidate

• Will work professionally and effectively with individuals of various backgrounds.
• Possess effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Gallatin College, Montana State University.
• Have an appreciation of broad constituencies and add intellectual enrichment to the department.
• A general knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Power Point programs is required.
• The ability to work extended hours as needed to accomplish training objectives.
• Be self-motivated to complete scheduled tasks with limited supervision.

Position Special Requirements

• Additional Information: Faculty - Gallatin College - Any position more than .5 FTE MAY BE eligible for benefits as outlined in the policies of the Montana Two-Year College Faculty Association (MTYCFA), Montana State University, the Montana University System, or the AFMSU Non-Tenure Track Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Physical Demands

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The Department

• The Department
• The College Posting Detail Information
• Number of Vacancies: Multiple
• Desired Start Date: Position End Date if temporary
• Open Date: Close Date
• Applications will be reviewed on a continual basis and will continue until the positions are filled.
• Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

Special Instructions

• Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the positions are filled.
• Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.
• Appointments may be on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester, or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department or program.
• Salary is dependent on the number of courses taught and duration.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

EEO Statement

• Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer.
• MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
• In compliance with the Montana Veterans Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
• To claim veterans preference, please complete the veterans preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

FLSA Details

• FLSA Determination: FLSA Status: Exempt

Applicant Documents

• Required documents: Documents, Cover Letter, Resume, OR Curriculum Vitae, Optional Documents, Supplemental Questions