Instructor of Criminal Justice 9/10 Month (Tenure Track)

Title: Instructor of Criminal Justice 9/10 Month (Tenure Track)

Institution: Volunteer State Community College

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for coordination of the Criminal Justice program which grants certificates and degrees. This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in multiple instructional delivery formats and participating in evaluation of student learning and assessment of course and program outcomes. Position includes teaching responsibilities, including practicum and capstone courses, and supervision of student workers/interns as applicable. Faculty will participate in service activities to support the College’s mission.

Job Duties:

Within a minimum workweek of 37.5 hours, faculty are generally expected to teach 15 semester credit hours and hold additional in-person and virtual office hours as defined in College policy. Faculty will teach a total of 28-32 semester credit hours across Fall and Spring semesters. Teach evening, weekend, off-campus, dual enrollment, and distance-based courses as required. Provide appropriate and effective instruction. Create and contribute to a supportive learning environment for students within and beyond the classroom. Lead development, evaluation, and review of program and curriculum, including assisting with or leading affiliation and accreditation efforts as applicable. Interview, hire, supervise, and evaluate adjunct faculty and ensure adequate staffing for the program courses. Coordinate an advisory committee to support the program, hold annual meetings, and ensure documentation of all advisory committee activities. Plan, conduct, and document regular departmental meetings. Oversee student complaint resolution in concert with the Dean and Student Services personnel in mediating resolution. Maintain department budgets and inventory. Attend to administrative duties, including completion of required College trainings and timely submission of attendance reporting, progress reports, grades, survey responses and other required information. Contribute to College service, including Student-Focused Service and Mentorship (advising, career services, student organization sponsorship, etc.) and committee, taskforce, and project work at the College, division, and department level. Support student recruitment and retention efforts as appropriate. Engage in regular professional development around pedagogy and maintain up-to-date subject-matter expertise; support a culture of lifelong learning. Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines. Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice from an accredited institution, or a Master’s degree plus 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice from an accredited institution. Candidates who possess a Master’s degree from an accredited institution and/or a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution and have outstanding experience in criminal justice and demonstrated contributions to the teaching discipline may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Collegiate-level teaching experience.
Leadership or supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and/or experience delivering effective instruction in a variety of formats, including asynchronous online, traditional on-ground, and hybrid. Ability to use a learning management system for course delivery and maintenance of course records.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and any technologies or software pertinent to the subject area of instruction.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Applicants may be subject to a background check.

The anticipated start date for this position is January 2027.

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