"Adjunct Faculty, Criminal Justice"

Job Description Summary

Responsible to prepare and deliver Criminal Justice coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures. Works directly with CJ Dept Chair for course content meeting ACC CJ Dept. requirements for transfer to institutions of higher education.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and teach courses in the field of Criminal Justice to a multicultural student population based on the department's approved course learning outcomes, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to the needs of high school and community college students and the standards of the discipline.
• Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
• Provide teaching and mentoring services to students in a manner which does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or other protected categories.
• Remain current in the field through a variety of professional development activities.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice chancellor, vice chancellor, executive vice chancellor.

Technology

• Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
• Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (posting office hours, syllabi, etc.).

Principal Professional Standards

• Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
• Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
• Comply with published college policies and procedures and meet professional standards for teaching in a community college.
• Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.

Required Education

Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards. No substitution for educational requirements.

• Master's degree in Criminal Justice or related field; or
• Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice or related field.

Required Work Experience

Minimum 3 years TCOLE licensing and employment as a Texas Peace Officer.

Other Requirements

TCOLE Instructor License and/or Texas Teaching Certification.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

Knowledge and ability to teach complex Texas Peace Officer licensing topics to high students and college students.

Application Requirements

Application must be submitted by the closing date for this position.

• Upload the following documents to your application: Unofficial/copy of transcripts, Updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Resume, Cover letter - explaining interest in the position.
• Request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly from the institution to hrtranscripts@austincc.edu.

Working Conditions

Work is routinely performed in an office/classroom environment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds. Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.