Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. * Working knowledge of Bloom’s Taxonomy. * Working knowledge of the careers in criminal justice. * Knowledge of Blackboard. 

• Good oral and written communication skills. * Good organizational skills. * Good interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to adhere to student learning outcomes and course goals/objectives. * Ability to teach online and in the classroom to students with differing learning styles. * Ability to motivate students in online and classroom learning environments. * Ability to adopt and incorporate new and innovative teaching elements and technologies into online and classroom courses. * Ability to manage online and face-to-face classroom environments. * Ability to advise students with course selection. * Ability to build and strengthen community relationships in the criminal justice field. 

Essential Functions: 

• Actively participates in student learning assessment. Instructs various courses in the Criminal Justice curriculum. Positions are usually open evenings, however, day-time slots are sometimes available. Courses could be face-to-face or web courses. 

• Actively participates in student learning assessment. Instructs various courses in the Criminal Justice curriculum. Positions are usually open evenings, however, day-time slots are sometimes available. Courses could be face-to-face or web courses. 

• Creates course syllabus. 

• Prepares lesson plan and syllabus according to board policy. 

• Keep accurate records and report information as necessary. 

Other Characteristics: 

• Good listening skills. * Must be able to work alone and in groups. * Must be a self starter and motivator. * Must have integrity. * Must have a strong work ethic. * Must be able to think on their feet. * Must possess leadership qualities. 

Minimum Education/Experience: 

• Masters degree in Criminal Justice or related field, OR Masters degree plus 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice related topics.

• Preferred candidate would have a master’s degree as indicated above and have extensive field experience.