Instructor of Criminal Justice

This is a full-time, academic year, term contract in Criminal Justice. The position reports to the Dean of Arts, Sciences, & Technologies.

•Teach 30 hours (TLE) per year of transfer and non-transfer criminal justice courses. The courses may be delivered using a variety of methods including traditional, online, hybrid and/or two/three-way technology.

•Work with law enforcement professionals in the region to enhance enrollment.

•Manage and maintain the advisory committee for the program.

•Initial assignment may be one or two of DSCC’s teaching locations, but the official work station assignment may change each semester dependent on demand.

•Ability to teach and manage multiple courses in an individualized setting.

•Teach a range of ages from Dual Enrollment high school students to nontraditional, returning adults.

•Recruit students from area high schools and from the community to make DSCC’s program viable and competitive.

•Flexibility to teach evenings/weekends and/or off-campus courses as needed (requires the use of personal vehicle).

•Practice a learning-centered educational philosophy and redesign courses to include research-based learning strategies including service learning opportunities, learning communities, critical thinking skills, co-operative learning, and reading across the curriculum.

•Develop web-enhanced courses for delivery in technology-enhanced classrooms/labs, online, Zoom, and/or remote location.

•Develop cooperative education opportunities for students in the local community that provide capstone experiences for the program.

•Revise and develop curriculum and select course instructional materials (which may include electronic materials, open educational resources, traditional textbooks, etc.) in cooperation with colleagues. Provide course materials and information in a format that is accessible for all students.

•Become certified in and fully use the course management system for all classes.

•Work with colleagues to assess the effectiveness of courses, analyze the results, develop and implement improvement plans, and document this information each semester in the form prescribed by DSCC.

•Participate in professional development and maintain membership in an appropriate regional, state and/or national organization related to your teaching at DSCC.

•Assist with the identification and mentoring of adjunct instructors.

•Assist in the preparation of course semester/term schedules based on community needs and data trends.

•Participate in professional development and maintain membership in an appropriate regional, state and/or national organization related to teaching assignment at DSCC.

Participate in student activities such as sponsoring a student club/organization and attending campus events.

•Advise students, maintain regular office hours, and participate in college life and committee work of the College. Be trained and certified as a Master Advisor.

•Willingness to acquire software certifications as needed.

•Assist in grant writing and/or grant management.

•Willingness to teach in correctional facilities (prisons/jails).

•Perform other duties as assigned.

•Sedentary: Desk work; travel will be required for college or program activities. Insignificant effort other than normal movement. Must be able to loft 50 lbs. Minimal Hazard/Exposure:

•Standard office settings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

•Ability to communicate well in oral and written English.

•Actively communicate with colleagues and students using email, voice mail, text and other electronic means. Normally, responses are expected in no more than 72 hours.

•Proficient in Microsoft Office.

•Ability to teach and evaluate student performance.

•Ability to maintain required records.

•Ability to work with staff and colleagues in department and college committees and related activities.           

•Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the discipline

•Teaching experience.

•Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution.

•18 graduate hours in an additional discipline supporting the general education core.

•Community college experience.

•Experience teaching in an online environment.

•Experience with Zoom and Microsoft Teams

A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire. 

Dyersburg State Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.

Advertised: 29 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 12 Nov 2026 Central Standard Time

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