Instructor of Criminal Justice 9/10 Month (Temporary)

Title: Instructor of Criminal Justice 9/10 Month (Temporary)

Institution:Volunteer State Community College

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in multiple instructional delivery formats and participating in evaluation of student learning and assessment of course and program outcomes. Faculty will participate in service activities to support the Colleges mission.

Job Duties:

Within a minimum workweek of 37.5 hours faculty are generally expected to teach 15 semester credit hours and hold additional in-person and virtual office hours as defined in College policy. Faculty will teach a total 28-32 semester credit hours across Fall and Spring semesters. Teach evening weekend off-campus dual enrollment and distance-based courses as required. Provide appropriate and effective instruction. Create and contribute to a supportive learning environment for students within and beyond the classroom. Actively participate in development evaluation and review of program and curriculum including assisting with or leading affiliation and accreditation efforts as applicable. Attend to administrative duties including completion of required College trainings and timely submission of attendance reporting progress reports grades survey responses and other required information. Contribute to College service including Student-Focused Service and Mentorship (advising career services student organization sponsorship etc.) and committee taskforce and project work at the College division and department level. Support student recruitment and retention efforts as appropriate. Engage in regular professional development around pedagogy and maintain up-to-date subject-matter expertise; support a culture of lifelong learning. Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters degree in Criminal Justice Forensics Corrections Criminal Justice Administration Forensics Administration or Corrections Administration from an accredited institution or a Masters degree plus 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice from an accredited institution.

Candidates who possess a Masters degree from an accredited institution and/or a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution and have outstanding experience in criminal justice and demonstrated contributions to the teaching discipline may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Collegiate-level teaching experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge and/or experience delivering effective instruction in a variety of formats including asynchronous online traditional on-ground hybrid. Ability to use a learning management system for course delivery and maintenance of course records.
Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty staff and student population.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and any technologies or software pertinent to the subject area of instruction.

Pay Rate: $41297 - $51618 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 and short 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 with up 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

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Applicants may be subject to a background check.

This is a one semester full-time temporary appointment for Spring 2026.