Commitment to Mission
This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of
Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position.
A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional
communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and
accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.
Cultural Beliefs
- One LSC
- Student Focused
- Own It
- Foster Belonging
- Cultivate Community
- Choose Learning
The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is
designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in
creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding
of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact
on organizational culture at higher education institutions.
Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple
categories.
Qualities of Excellence
As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a
nation of world citizenry in our students. In that pursuit, we
model ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity,
equality, and equity. Our culture, then, requires the possession of
transcendent qualities that, while immeasurable, are evident in
global citizens. We are compassionate with our students,
colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the pursuit of
learning. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning thrives,
people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world
citizenry.
Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of
excellence:
- Student Invested
- Content Expert
- Pedagogically Excellent
- Institutionally Dedicated
Campus Marketing Statement
Lone Star College-Kingwood
Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer
and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester.
LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by
the Chronicle of Higher Education.
LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce
Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.
Lone Star College-Kingwood, an innovative and dynamic community
college located in the pine-forested suburbs of northeast Houston,
has an opening for someone interested in working with a diverse
group of colleagues who want to make a difference in the lives of
students and grow professionally. Kingwood focuses on fulfilling
individual dreams and enhancing community life and offers unique
programs in respiratory care, computer gaming and dental
hygiene.
Location address is 20000 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339.
Job Description
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the
learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement
of the course objectives and contribute to the educational
environment of the college and the community. Primary
responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the
curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.
CE Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a
semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the
System. Lone Star College accepts application material year-round
from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part-time basis.
Adjunct (part-time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We
offer day, evening, and weekend classes. Classes are offered at
various times and locations during the academic year. As a rule,
adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic
year.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Teach one or more modules within the Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC) in accordance with standards established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Course topics include: Fitness, Wellness, and Stress Management; TCOLE Rules; Multiculturalism and Human Relations; Racial Profiling; U.S. and Texas Constitutions and Civil Rights; Penal Code; Code of Criminal Procedure; Arrest, Search, and Seizure; Asset Forfeiture; Identity Crimes; Consular Notification; Civil Process; Health and…
Safety Code and Controlled Substance Act; Alcoholic Beverage Code; Family Violence, Child Victims, and Related Assaultive Offenses; Missing and Exploited Children; Child Alert Check List; Victims of Crime; Human Trafficking; Traffic Code/Crash Investigation; Intoxicated Driver (SFST); Written Communication; Verbal Communication/Public Interaction; Spanish; De-Escalation Strategies; Force Options Theory; Crisis Intervention Team; Traumatic Brain Injury; Arrest and Control; Criminal Investigations; Juvenile Offenders; Professional Police Driving; Patrol Skills/Traffic Stops; Radio Communications/Amber-Silver Alert/TCIC-TLETS; Civilian Interaction Training; Interacting with Deaf and Hard of Hearing; Canine Encounters; Emergency Medical Assistance; Firearms; TASER Certification; Hazardous Materials Awareness/ICS
Provides instruction according to institutional needs, making
continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by
reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and
delivery methods
Develops and uses a syllabus/lesson plan for each course within
college and departmental guidelines
Evaluates students to measure their progress toward achievement
of stated course objectives and informs them in a timely manner of
their progress in the course; Identifies and assesses students who
need additional instruction to successfully complete the course
objectives
Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues,
and the community
Responsible for managing their classrooms and labs to ensure
state requirements are met
Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required
Responsible for other reasonable related duties as
assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Mastery of course content
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational
skills
- Ability to work alternate locations as required for certain
training
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Ability to communicate, understand, and remediate less
coordinated/ skilled cadets
- Strong demonstrated instructional skills
- Ability to manage complex projects demonstrating a high degree
of judgment, integrity, tact and discretion
- Skilled in the Windows environment with basic proficiency with
common office software
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when required
- Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their
learning
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
The work, depending on the unit of curriculum being taught, may
require considerable and strenuous physical exertion, such as
climbing of tall ladders, lifting heavy objects over 50 pounds,
crouching or crawling in restricted areas
WORK SCHEDULE & CONDITIONS:
- Law Enforcement Equipment used includes, Law Enforcement
related firearms, including pump- action shotgun, and multiple
caliber revolvers and semi-automatic handguns, and related safety
equipment; Law Enforcement training vehicles, and related safety
and set-up equipment; Handcuffs, Defensive Training Batons, and
related safety equipment
- Office Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN
in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other
general office equipment
- Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to
carry out the functions of the position
- Work is performed in a multi-climate environment: Office with
minimal exposure to safety hazards, as well as in indoor and
outdoor settings with exposure to weather and safety hazards
typical of those within the Law Enforcement training
profession
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma and 10 years of experience as a Police
Officer or working in the criminal justice system
- Valid Texas Driver License
- TCOLE Instructor Certification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- TCOLE Firearms Instructor Certification
- TCOLE Emergency Vehicle Operations Certification
Salary
$59.80 per contact hour.
Benefits Marketing Statement
By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part
of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work
environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver,
participation in a tax deferred retirement plan, professional
development opportunities and more.
Special Instructions
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How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY
We will not accept application material received via fax, email,
mail, or hand delivered.
Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the
academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on
your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication
regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).
If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by
phone, or email to schedule an interview.
Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which
Lone Star College provides the federal government with information
from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is
authorized to work in the United States.
More information on the E-Verify program is available at
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are
subject to a criminal background check.
