Criminal Justice Instructor, 9/10-Month Tenure Track

Job overview

The Criminal Justice Instructor role is onsite in Gallatin, TN, with an annual salary of $42,535–$53,167, depending on experience. The position supports Volunteer State Community College’s Criminal Justice program, which grants certificates and degrees. The instructor coordinates program activities and delivers instruction across formats while assessing student learning and program outcomes. The role also contributes to curriculum development, student advising and mentorship, faculty supervision, and college service in support of the institution’s mission.

What you'll do

• Teach 15 semester credit hours in a minimum 37.5-hour workweek and 28–32 credit hours across fall and spring
• hold in-person and virtual office hours
• teach evening, weekend, off-campus, dual-enrollment, and distance courses as required
• assess student learning
• develop and review curriculum
• supervise adjunct faculty
• coordinate the advisory committee
• manage program budgets and inventory
• complete administrative duties and contribute to college service.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

criminal justice instructor

gallatin tn

volunteer state community college

full-time

onsite

$42,535–$53,167/year

tenure track

9/10-month

higher education

program coordination

curriculum development

student advising

weekend teaching

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• wellness incentive
• educational assistance
• employee assistance program
• longevity pay
• retirement options
• paid holidays
• annual and sick leave.

Why this role

Requires a master’s degree in Criminal Justice or a master’s degree plus 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice; specified master’s/JD candidates with relevant experience may be considered. Collegiate teaching and leadership experience are preferred.

About the employer

TNBR Careers is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.