Instructor of Criminal Justice

Clay Today; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement options

Job summary

CT State Community College seeks an Instructor of Criminal Justice to teach courses at the Manchester campus (Great Path, Manchester, CT 06040). The role is a full-time, tenure-track position starting Fall 2027, with on-site work and a 10-month academic year load (30 credits).

The instructor will develop syllabi, respond to diverse stakeholders, advise students, and participate in program reviews and accreditation activities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Teaching thirty (30) credit hours per academic year in assigned discipline.
• Courses offered in lecture, hybrid, and/or online formats with day and evening classes.
• Respond to students, peers, and external constituencies; participate in program reviews and accreditation activities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Written communication

MS Office

Education

Master's degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Instructor of Criminal Justice

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut's 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students' academic, career, and personal success.

For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State

Position Details

Posted: September 10, 2026

Level: Instructor

Employment Type: Standard, tenure track position

Hours: Full-time, 10-month (30 credit hours per academic year)

Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2027 Semester

Work Location: CT State Manchester (Great Path, Manchester, CT 06040)

Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote

Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by October 7, 2026.

Position Summary

All Teaching Faculty members shall: Prepare and teach college-approved courses in accordance with approved course descriptions and class schedules, including developing syllabi and reading lists and keeping each course taught complete and up to date; respond to and work with multiple constituencies, including students, peers (faculty and staff), and external agencies (business, community, educational, etc.); perform divisional departmental responsibilities in the selection of texts and related teaching resources; and other teaching and related duties as outlined on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Dean, Department Chair, or other administrator, the Instructor is responsible for teaching thirty (30) credit hours per academic year and delivering a range of courses within the assigned discipline. Courses may be offered in lecture, hybrid, and/or online formats, and teaching schedules may include both day and evening classes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching courses within the assigned discipline area in accordance with institutional standards
• Evaluating and assessing student learning outcomes
• Providing student support, mentoring, and academic advising
• Developing curriculum and periodically reviewing and updating instructional materials
• Assisting with program reviews and accreditation-related activities
• Planning and executing program-related events
• Attending workshops, trainings, and/or professional conferences to maintain currency in the field

Additional responsibilities include:

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications and responsibilities that is stated within the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a related discipline

Successful Candidate must have or must possess:

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) or more years' teaching-related college-level courses (24+ credits), preferably at the community college level.
• Experience teaching classes in law enforcement, criminal law, corrections, criminal investigations and forensics.
• Experience using technology to enhance the learning environment, e.g., Blackboard, online instruction or other modalities/software.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary $69,035 approximate annual
• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

Background Screening

Employment offers are contingent upon:

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
• Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks

CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.

Equity Statement

Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.

For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or [e-mail].

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.