"Instructor, Criminal Justice Tech. & Public Safety Admin."

The Instructor of Criminal Justice Technology and Public Safety Administration plays a vital role in delivering high-quality education and training within the Human Services & Public Safety Department. This position involves teaching a minimum of 48 contact hours per semester, developing and revising curriculum, advising students, and supporting their academic progress. The instructor is responsible for maintaining instructional standards, enforcing academic policies, and participating in departmental and institutional activities. Additional duties include contributing to program development, assisting with student recruitment and registration, and staying current in the field through professional development. The role demands strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to student success and institutional goals. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the posting may close without notice.

1. Teach a minimum load of 48 contact hours per semester in a flexible schedule as determined by the needs of the program and as approved by the Assistant Dean, Public Safety;
2. Have instructional plans prepared for each class session and in accordance with the stated objectives of the course;
3. Enforce academic policy and procedures at all times, and comply with all other institutional rules and regulations pertinent to classroom instruction and general employment;
4. Serve as an educational advisor to students, as required and as otherwise requested or needed by individual students;
5. Assist in the development and enforcement of policies and procedures related to student admission, progression and graduation;
6. Be available to students requiring additional assistance;
7. Assist in the revision and development of course outlines, syllabi, curriculum plans, and other instructional documentation required to meet program objectives;
8. Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of competency-based education and utilize available educational resources for the improvement of instruction and the creation of teaching materials;
9. Assist the program director in the identification, preview, and acquisition of needed educational resources, library materials, laboratory supplies, and other instructional provisions;
10. Participate in registration activities each semester as assigned and assist in the recruitment of students;
11. Participate in program, departmental, divisional, and instructional meetings and other announced activities;
12. Maintain complete office and student records, as needed; processing reports, forms, and all other required paperwork in a timely, efficient manner, checking for the accuracy, correctness, and completeness of all data;
13. Fulfill committee assignments and other special appointments within the educational community as well as the community-at-large, and otherwise give appropriate support to institutional endeavors;
14. Maintain posted office and on-campus hours sufficient to fulfill all contracted duties and individual professional obligations, as well as to meet the needs of the program, department, division, and the College;
15. Take advantage of in-service training and other opportunities for continued professional development, including attendance at off-campus activities, as feasible, and generally staying abreast of developments in the field of instruction;
16. Maintain proper communication and supportive relations at all times with all other units and branches of the division and the College, providing assistance to them in carrying out their respective functions;
17. Assume other necessary responsibilities and perform additional tasks as assigned by the program director/assistant dean, department dean, senior vice president, and/or president in meeting the needs of the program, department, division, and the College.

Master's degree or a Doctoral Degree in a field related to public safety from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice or Public Administration. Preference of five years of higher education instruction and curriculum development experience. Certified as a qualified instructor by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education Training & Standards Commission. Four (4) years of Criminal Justice related work experience or Public Safety/Military training required.