Instructor of Criminal Justice 9/10 Month (Tenure Track)

Volunteer State Community College; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, TN, seeks an Instructor of Criminal Justice for a 9/10 month tenure-track position. The role emphasizes coordinating the Criminal Justice program, delivering instruction in multiple formats, and guiding practicum and capstone experiences.

You will supervise student workers/interns, participate in program assessment and accreditation activities, and contribute to college service and student mentorship.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Criminal Justice from an accredited institution, or a Master's degree plus 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice from an accredited institution.
• Candidates who possess a Master’s degree and/or a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution and have outstanding experience in criminal justice may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Criminal Justice program and oversee practicum and capstone courses.
• Teach 28–32 semester credit hours per year across Fall and Spring; include evening, weekend, and distance-based formats as required.
• Interview, hire, supervise, and evaluate adjunct faculty; ensure adequate staffing for program courses.

Skills

LMS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree in Criminal Justice (or Master’s plus 18 graduate hours)

Job description

Instructor of Criminal Justice 9/10 Month (Tenure Track)

Volunteer State Community College

Title:

Instructor of Criminal Justice 9/10 Month (Tenure Track)

Institution:

Volunteer State CommunityCollege

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for coordination of the CriminalJustice program which grants certificates and degrees. Thisposition is responsible for delivering quality instruction inmultiple instructional delivery formats and participating inevaluation of student learning and assessment of course and programoutcomes. Position includes teaching responsibilities, includingpracticum and capstone courses, and supervision of studentworkers/interns as applicable. Faculty will participate in serviceactivities to support the College's mission.

Job Duties:

Within a minimum workweek of 37.5 hours, faculty are generallyexpected to teach 15 semester credit hours and hold additionalin-person and virtual office hours as defined in College policy.Faculty will teach a total of 28-32 semester credit hours acrossFall and Spring semesters. Teach evening, weekend, off-campus, dualenrollment, and distance-based courses as required. Provideappropriate and effective instruction. Create and contribute to asupportive learning environment for students within and beyond theclassroom. Lead development, evaluation, and review of program andcurriculum, including assisting with or leading affiliation andaccreditation efforts as applicable. Interview, hire, supervise,and evaluate adjunct faculty and ensure adequate staffing for theprogram courses. Coordinate an advisory committee to support theprogram, hold annual meetings, and ensure documentation of alladvisory committee activities. Plan, conduct, and document regulardepartmental meetings. Oversee student complaint resolution inconcert with the Dean and Student Services personnel in mediatingresolution. Maintain department budgets and inventory. Attend toadministrative duties, including completion of required Collegetrainings and timely submission of attendance reporting, progressreports, grades, survey responses and other required information.Contribute to College service, including Student-Focused Serviceand Mentorship (advising, career services, student organizationsponsorship, etc.) and committee, taskforce, and project work atthe College, division, and department level. Support studentrecruitment and retention efforts as appropriate. Engage in regularprofessional development around pedagogy and maintain up-to-datesubject-matter expertise; support a culture of lifelong learning.Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines. Otherduties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Criminal Justice from an accredited institution,or a Master's degree plus 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justicefrom an accredited institution. Candidates who possess a Master'sdegree from an accredited institution and/or a Juris Doctor (JD)from an accredited institution and have outstanding experience incriminal justice and demonstrated contributions to the teachingdiscipline may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Collegiate-level teaching experience.
• Leadership or supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and/or experience delivering effective instruction in avariety of formats, including asynchronous online, traditionalon-ground, and hybrid. Ability to use a learning management systemfor course delivery and maintenance of course records.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with adiverse faculty, staff, and student population.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and any technologies orsoftware pertinent to the subject area of instruction.

Pay Rate:

$42,535 - $53,167 annual salary depending on experience

Volunteer State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long andshort term), FSA/HSA
• Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in Health)
• Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts,Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401K withup to $50/month match, 403b, and 457
• 14 Paid Holidays/Year
• Annual Leave (if applicable)
• Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Bank
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants