Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 1,276,000 - 1,818,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Criminal Justice for Spring 2027. Courses include CRJ 109 and CRJ 200, with evening and off-campus teaching possibilities.

Salary is paid per equivalent credit hour, and transcripts and a complete DMACC application are required. Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses, utilizing diverse instructional methods, and maintaining enrollment and attendance records.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in core field (Criminal Justice, Law degree/Juris Doctorate, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology) OR master’s degree in any field plus 12 graduate semester hours in a combination of the qualifying fields with a minimum of six credits from the bolded field; OR bachelor’s degree and 6,000 hours experience in the criminal justice system or related occupations.
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with populations from diverse values and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teaches CRJ courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi.
• Develops and/or uses varied instructional strategies to meet diverse learning styles.
• Maintains a safe and civil learning environment and informs students about requirements and policies.
• Monitors attendance, progress and competency attainment and communicates with students as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Diversity awareness

Education

Master's degree in Criminal Justice / Law / Psychology / Social Work / Sociology

Master's degree + 12 graduate semester hours in qualifying fields

Bachelor's degree + 6,000 hours in criminal justice field

Job description

DMACC is an Aff... [e-mail] .

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice

Campus

Job Number

Job Number 27-ADJ30

Employment Date

Employment Date Spring Semester 2027. January 11 - May 6, 2027.

Job Category

Job Category Adjunct Faculty

Application & Position Contact Information

Salary Information

$1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour ( ECH ) .

Applicants should describe their ability to teach CRJ 109 Theories of Interviewing, CRJ 200 Criminology, or both.
Assignment may include evening or off-campus teaching, individualized and/or competency-based instruction and/or online/distance learning.
The Criminal Justice program curriculum can be found here: Criminal Justice AAS Curriculum

Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi.

Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students.

Fosters a safe and civil learning environment.

Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies.
Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in core field (Criminal Justice, Law degree/Juris Doctorate, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology) OR master’s degree in any field plus 12 graduate semester hours in a combination of the qualifying fields that provide a foundation in the specific subject matter being taught, with a minimum of six credits from bolded field; OR possess a bachelor’s degree and 6,000 hours experience working within the criminal justice system of law enforcement, courts, or corrections, or closely allied occupations.
Ability to function effectively in a team environment.
Demonstrated effectiveness working with populations having diverse values, and/or coming from varied cultures and backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications

Teaching Experience.
Ability to use and apply alternative instructional delivery systems to enhance learning.
Experience in curriculum development and assessment.
Experience teaching, working, or volunteering with high school students.

Work Schedule

CRJ 109: January 12 – May 6, 2026, Tuesday and Thursday 9:40am – 11:05am.
CRJ 200: January 11 – May5, 2026, Monday and Wednesday 12:50pm – 2:15pm.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/26/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Deadline for Submitting Applications 09/15/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

DMACC is an Aff... [e-mail] .

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES : 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html .
ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone [phone], [e-mail] .
Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone], FAX : [phone], TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR [e-mail] .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you hold the minimum education requirements for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please specify the courses and times you are available to teach at Ankeny Campus. (You may select more than one).
  • CRJ 109, Tuesday & Thursday, 9:40am - 11:05am
  • CRJ 200, Monday & Wednesday, 12:50pm - 2:15pm
• * How did you learn about this job opening?
  • DMACC Employee Referral
  • Friend/Relative
  • Indeed.com
  • TeachIowa.gov
  • HigherEdJobs
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • LinkedIn
  • Iowa Workforce Development
  • DMACC Website
  • DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email
  • Other
• * Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
  • Yes
  • No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)