Subject Matter Expert in Data Systems and Investigative Technologies
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Description
Subject Matter Expert in Data Systems and Investigative Technologies
About Unity:
At Unity Environmental University we are on a mission to make environmental education accessible and affordable to all. Our unique model combines a functional hierarchy and project-based structure through our four Sustainable Education Business Units (SEBUs) to promote collaboration and innovation (Distance Education, Sustainable Ventures, Unity @ Pineland). We prioritize our students' needs above all else, offering a variety of modalities, including hybrid, in-person, hyflex, and online. Our innovative and inclusive culture prepares students to tackle real-world challenges and cultivate the next generation of environmental professionals and leaders who can make a positive impact on our world.
Our Mission:
We are dedicated to delivering quality education and experiences that produce outstanding environmentally competent professionals and inspire individuals from all walks of life to steward sustainable ecosystems.
About Enterprise Education:
Enterprise Education provides an entirely asynchronous, online learning experience that adapts to the unique circumstances of each student. Our fully accredited bachelor's and master's degree programs, as well as non-degree credits, empower learners to shape their own educational journey. With 8 five-week terms for undergraduates and 5 eight-week terms for graduate students, our model offers unparalleled flexibility. You can learn at your own pace, and take breaks as needed. By using your everyday environment as your laboratory, you'll integrate your studies into your daily life. This makes our education ideal for busy professionals who seek to advance their careers while still honoring their commitments. We are committed to empowering our students to become the changemakers our world needs, wherever they are.
The Opportunity:
Unity Environmental University Career Edge seeks enthusiastic and experienced individuals to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support the development of undergraduate courses within our Workplace Readiness curriculum. These courses are part of Unity’s innovative, workforce-aligned academic model and are delivered in five-week terms as asynchronous, online courses designed for diverse learners.
SMEs will collaborate closely with an academic dean and a learning experience designer to shape course content, learning activities, and assessments that are engaging, applied, and accessible to undergraduate learners.
Course to Be Developed
ENCJ 3040 Data and Technology for Environmental Investigations
This upper-division course explores the application of data systems and investigative technologies in environmental and wildlife crime investigations. Building on students’ prior experience with data literacy and geospatial analysis, the course emphasizes integrating ecological, digital, spatial, and administrative information into investigative workflows. Students examine open-source intelligence (OSINT), government and inter-agency databases, public records requests, and emerging technologies used to support evidence gathering and enforcement activities.
Students will:
- Analyze the role of data systems, databases, and investigative technologies in environmental and wildlife crime investigations
- Apply advanced techniques for gathering and verifying information through OSINT, inter-agency databases, and public records requests
- Integrate multiple data streams to develop evidence-based investigative strategies
- Critically evaluate the reliability, limitations, and ethical implications of digital and open-source data
- Assess the utility of emerging investigative technologies and propose their application to investigative scenarios
Role Responsibilities
- Advise on course scope and specific learning outcomes
- Select and/or design content that supports student mastery of investigative data systems and technologies
- Translate professional investigative workflows into accessible, student-facing instructional materials
- Develop applied assignments involving OSINT, data integration, records research, and investigative decision-making
- Collaborate with academic leadership and learning designers in an iterative development process
- Ensure content reflects current technologies, legal frameworks, and professional standards
- Incorporate ethical considerations and responsible data-use practices throughout the course
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Criminal Justice, Information Systems, Environmental Science, Intelligence Studies, Data Analytics, Geography, or a related field
- Professional experience involving investigative data systems, intelligence gathering, compliance monitoring, enforcement, or related analytical work
- Strong understanding of databases, information verification, OSINT methods, and digital investigative tools
- Familiarity with legal and ethical considerations surrounding data collection and information access
- Ability to explain technical and analytical concepts clearly for undergraduate learners
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to create clear, student-facing instructions
- Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively in a remote environment
- Proficiency with standard computer applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel) and familiarity with modern productivity tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching, training, or mentoring adult or undergraduate learners
- Background in online or distance education
- Experience using OSINT methodologies, public records systems, or inter-agency information platforms
- Familiarity with environmental, wildlife, natural resource, or regulatory enforcement contexts
- Experience with emerging monitoring technologies such as drones, remote sensors, automated monitoring systems, or geospatial technologies
- Personal commitment to sustainability, workforce development, and Unity’s environmental mission
Are you thinking about applying but unsure if it's the right fit? We encourage you to reach out anyway. We recognize that everyone brings different experiences and skills to the table. Take a chance and submit your application; you might be exactly who we're looking for.
The Location
Unity University's distance education curriculum is 100% online. Our Distance Education Adjuncts will teach remotely.
Benefits
This is a 1099 position and is not eligible for benefits.
To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should click on the Apply Now button and submit a CV/resume, unofficial graduate transcripts and cover letter.
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