Full-Time Instructor of Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice Instructor
Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Full‑time faculty members are responsible for teaching courses as assigned, student advisement, and involvement in student‑related activities. They contribute to college and community service, pursue professional development, and promote a collegial atmosphere. Faculty report directly to the department chair within their respective departments and divisions. Faculty may teach in the evening, on weekends, online, and in dual‑enrollment courses as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach the equivalent of five (5) courses per semester (fall and spring)

Adhere to college policies and procedures

Adapt teaching strategies and technologies to meet diverse learning needs of students

Notify department chair of absence with a course substitution plan in a timely manner

Maintain accurate grade and attendance records

Submit syllabi, office hours, grades, attendance, electronic time sheets, and other reports by established deadlines

Develop and revise curriculum

Discuss with Dean of Students office and other appropriate personnel any student problems which may require special attention

Advise student and perform special assigned duties related to registration

Access learning outcomes and demonstrate the use of the results in course planning

Serve on college‑wide committees

Attend all departmental, division, and general faculty meetings

Attend college convocations and participate in graduation exercise (attired in appropriate academic regalia)

Request supplies, textbooks, and classroom equipment

Use instructional and technical resources such as the library, the ALC, CANVAS, and computer technology as appropriate

Engage in continual professional development activities in order to stay current in the faculty area of expertise

Meet all scheduled classes within the appropriate timeframe

Maintain a minimum of 10 office hours per week

Demonstrate respect for diversity

Adhere to professional standards of conduct

Promote the image of the college in the community

Participate in the faculty evaluation process

May serve as faculty advisor to student organizations and interact with students outside the classroom environment via extra‑curricular activities

May participate in the development of proposals for obtaining grant funds to support departmental and college‑related activities

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
Education

Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice

Experience

College level teaching experience

Preferred Education

PhD in Criminal Justice

Benefits
As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, BRCC offers an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan, holidays (14 per year), generous annual vacation and sick leave benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort, and length of employment.

Why Join BRCC?
Baton Rouge Community College offers a collaborative work environment, a commitment to employee development, and the opportunity to support the mission of student success through strong institutional operations.

Passing pre‑employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.

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