Adjunct Instructor Legal Assisting​/Paralegal Studies

Job Summary

Criminal Justice adjunct faculty members serve multiple roles as teachers, mentors, colleagues, and scholars. Adjunct faculty are expected to excel in classroom instruction and to fulfill various responsibilities related to their assigned teaching duties. Adjuncts for Vocational Law Enforcement will need to have field experience, with certifications or extensive training courses taken in subject field related to courses being taught.

Criminal Justice adjunct faculty is responsible for teaching an area of expertise within a specific period.

Performs other functions as required or assigned. Also complies with all Policies and Standards.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Possess thorough and accurate knowledge in field/discipline.
• Develop instructional materials; plan and organize instruction to enhance student learning; prepare the syllabi; and teach classes in a way that encourages student learning. Meet classes as scheduled.
• Be accessible to students through e-mail, phone, or scheduled office hours or at other times.
• Evaluate student work and maintain accurate records of students’ academic standing using LMS.
• Provide students with constructive, encouraging, and corrective feedback in a timely manner.
• Respect the confidentiality of student information; refrain from discussing or releasing such information except within recognized limits.
• Demonstrate integrity and positive interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fulfill all expectations of adjunct faculty.
• Demonstrate proficiency in technical area of expertise (Criminal Justice or related fields). Well versed in current teaching trends, techniques, resources, and technology for both onsite and virtual learning, as necessary.

Bachelor's Degree - Required

Master's Degree in Criminal Justice (law enforcement, corrections, forensic investigation, or related field) - Preferred

Required:

5 years of experience in a CRMJ occupation directly related to subject being taught.

Preferred:
Additional experience in related subject area.

Employees are responsible for their actions while on the job. They are expected to conduct themselves professionally and responsibly. A productive and safe workplace is everyone’s responsibility.

Employees are expected to adhere to the Mission, Values and Vision of the College. Each employee’s position has attributes that contribute to the achievement of these goals.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, students, other employees, or the public.

This description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed by the position incumbent. Justification for information provided in the job description may be requested. Employees are required to follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related activities assigned by their supervisor.