Adjunct Faculty, IN-PERSON (SCTY 400 - Aviation Security, DFW-Southlake, TX College of Arts and[...]

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player invites you to join their dynamic team as an adjunct faculty member in Aviation Security. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with students in a leading institution renowned for its commitment to aviation and aerospace education. You will teach vital courses that explore the complexities of aviation security, ensuring that students are equipped with the knowledge to understand current threats and countermeasures. Join a forward-thinking university that values innovation and diversity, and make a meaningful impact on the future of aviation education.

Qualifications

• Doctor’s or Master’s degree required in related teaching discipline.
• Professional certifications in security or aviation security are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach SCTY 400 – Aviation Security at DFW-Southlake campus.
• Provide proof of qualifications including transcripts and certifications.

Skills

Aviation Security

Intelligence

Homeland Security

Law Enforcement

Legal Environment

Education

Doctor’s or Master’s degree in teaching discipline

Master’s degree with a concentration in teaching discipline

Tools

ASIS Certified Project Professional

ASIS Professional Certified Investigator

ACFE Certified Fraud Examiner

Job description

Job Description

Discover Your Future with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University!

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry‑Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry‑Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.

Opportunity:

Join the Aviation and Aerospace vanguard!

Step into a dynamic role with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where innovation meets opportunity. Be part of a leading institution that’s at the forefront of aviation, aerospace, and STEM education. We offer an exciting environment, cutting-edge projects, and the chance to influence tomorrow. Ready to make a difference? Take flight with Embry-Riddle and explore this diverse career opportunity today.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Worldwide campus is currently hiring adjunct faculty to teach SCTY 400 – Aviation Security in person at our DFW-Southlake, TX campus.

Course Description

Investigation into specific facets of security in aviation. Physical and procedural controls, regulations of the Department of Homeland Security, the Transportation Security Administration, the Federal Aviation Administration and ICAO, as well as international treaties. Current threats, counter terrorism measures, new technologies in the field and the importance of the aviation industry, both passenger and cargo, to the global economy.

Please note that ERAU policy requires that all adjuncts be physically located within the United States while working for the University, including during training. Presently, we are able to support work for new adjuncts from all U.S. states except California. ERAU does not support work from international locations with some limited exceptions for individuals who are residing and working from U.S. military bases.

If selected for this role, the candidate will be required to provide proof of stated qualifications. This includes, but is not limited to, official transcripts, copies of professional licenses/certifications, documentation of military experience, and/or verified professional industry related experience.

Qualifications

Doctor’s or Master’s degree in teaching discipline, or a Master’s degree with a concentration in teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline).

Appropriate Certification:

Any professional certification related to security or aviation security such as the ASIS Certified Project Professional, ASIS Professional Certified Investigator, ASIS Physical Security Professional, ACFE Certified Fraud Examiner, IFCPP, Certified Institutional Protection Manager, AAAE Certified Member, AAAE Accredited Airport Executive, AAAE Airport Certified Employee in Security, AAAE/TSA Airport Security Coordinator.

Desired Professional Training or Experience:

Relevant experience and training in aviation/aerospace security, intelligence, homeland security, law enforcement or legal environment. Experience would include positions as intelligence officer, police officer, police chief, security officer, security director/chief, special agent, special agent in charge, airport security coordinator or airline/airport security manager. Also, airport executive or manager.

Degrees Within the Teaching Discipline:

Homeland Security, Law, Criminal Justice, Security Administration, Intelligence, Aerospace/Aeronautical.