Law Enforcement Faculty

MSCF FACULTY JOB POSTING

POSITION: Law Enforcement Faculty - Peace Officer Program
STARTING DATE: Approximately August 17, 2026
SALARY: $44,144 - $71,893 (2024-2025 contract; subject to change based on the 2025-2027 contract)
APPOINTMENT: Full-Time, Unlimited
DEADLINE: To receive guaranteed consideration, application materials should be submitted online by May 15, 2026 (11:59 PM). The search will remain open until the position is filled.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Hennepin Technical College Peace Officer Program is a Minnesota POST-certified program designed to prepare students for licensure and careers in law enforcement. The program integrates academic coursework with practical, skills-based training aligned with Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board requirements. Students gain foundational knowledge in criminal law, patrol procedures, emergency response, community policing, ethics, and communication, along with applied training in defensive tactics, firearms, and scenario-based exercises. The program serves both traditional students and individuals seeking career transitions into law enforcement. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a student-centered program focused on developing competent, ethical, and community-oriented peace officers prepared to serve diverse communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This full-time faculty position will:

• Deliver instruction in law enforcement and peace officer curriculum in classroom, lab, and scenario-based settings
• Teach courses aligned with Minnesota POST competencies, including but not limited to patrol procedures, criminal law, investigations, use of force, and community relations
• Facilitate hands-on training environments, including skills-based and scenario training
• Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement efforts
• Provide student academic advising and support student success initiatives
• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain current law enforcement knowledge and instructional practices
• Participate in departmental, campus, and system-wide service activities
• Support student recruitment and program outreach efforts