Adjunct Instructor - Criminal Justice - Jail​/Secure Detention Academy; non-credit

Position Summary

Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region Western and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co-workers. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others learn, dedicated to serving students, and committed to the principles of equity and social justice. Western believes that serving the full breadth of our student and co‑worker populations requires cultural competency and enthusiasm for diversity of all kinds.

We recognize the intersectional nature of discrimination and are committed to counteracting these biases and eliminating the effects they have had on our students, co‑workers, and communities. If you are a motivated individual who can contribute to excellence in teaching, learning, social justice and equity, please consider this employment opportunity at Western.

Summary of Position: Instructors are responsible for providing quality academic curriculum, instruction, assessment, and for ensuring a productive and challenging learning experience is delivered to prepare students for the workplace and/or a pathway to further education. This position works to promote social justice within the division and the larger academic institution. Instruction will be primarily in the face‑to‑face format.

• Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect. Regular attendance is required.
• Instruction – supporting actions may include delivering courses in multiple modes of delivery including modern classroom (F2F), online or hybrid/blended, and on‑site training for external customers where applicable; developing and delivering instructional design activities; addressing and referring student concerns; guiding and supporting students one‑to‑one both inside and outside the classroom; assisting students in developing critical thinking skills to understand and apply concepts of subject matter to vocational, ethical, social, and personal practices.
• Classroom Management – supporting actions may include monitoring student progress and conducting student evaluation; providing input and/or maintaining division accreditation and student records; integrating the College Success Abilities as well as the program outcomes and course competencies.
• Program Development and Academic Leadership – supporting actions may include responsible for instructional learning activities; providing academic referrals as appropriate; organizing, developing, and delivering outcomes‑based curriculum and assessing student learning.
• Complete all required College training and maintain the skills necessary to perform the essential functions of the position as defined by the department.
• Student success is the cornerstone of Western's culture and the college may assign employees to other areas or additional duties to foster this success.

• High School Diploma
• Three years (or 6,000 hours) certified occupational experience as a jail officer (certifiability occurs on the date of LESB approval)

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related law‑enforcement field;
  Public Administration, Public Service, or Education
• Master's degree
• Teaching experience
• Online teaching experience and/or experience with online learning platforms

• Eligible for or meets WTCS Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements
• Individual program certification may be required and must be maintained (e.g., RN, public safety)

Reports to:

Law Enforcement Coordinator

Salary: $50 per hour

Applicant review will begin:
Thursday, March 5, 2026

Start Date:

April 2026

Copies of transcripts from regionally accredited colleges or universities are acceptable during the application process (originals will be required upon hire).

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