Adjunct Instructor- Criminal Justice

Adjunct Job Announcement

Position: Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor

Location: Athens Campus

Department: Division of Life Sciences & Public Safety

Reports to: Program Chair for the Criminal Justice Program and Divisional Academic Dean

Salary/Benefits: Salary is commensurate with education and experience. No State of the Georgia benefits.

Deadline to Apply: February 26 2026 at 4:00pm

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate-level courses within the Criminal Justice program including but not limited to introduction to Criminal Justice Criminal Law Criminology Corrections Principles of Law Enforcement and Ethics in Criminal Justice.
• Develop deliver and assess instruction that aligns with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) curriculum standards and Athens Technical College academic policies.
• Engage students in meaningful learning experiences using a variety of instructional delivery methods including face-to-face hybrid and online environments.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date student records assessments and grades in accordance with college and accreditation requirements.
• Incorporate ethical decision-making inclusive practices and critical analysis of contemporary issues in criminal justice.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development in both the discipline and instructional methods.
• Participate in adjunct faculty meetings program-level assessment activities and student retention initiatives as requested.
• Utilize effective communication and interpersonal skills to promote a supportive student-centered learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Criminal Justice Criminology Law or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution; or a Masters degree in another field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in criminal justice or related coursework.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the U.S. criminal justice system including law enforcement courts or corrections.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and evidence of commitment to student learning and success.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience at a technical or community college.
• Professional experience in criminal justice fields such as policing legal services corrections or forensic investigation.
• Experience with online learning platforms (e.g. Blackboard D2L or similar) and technology-enhanced instruction.

Interested candidates should apply online at: apply click Apply to This Job and submit your cover letter resume/vita three (3) professional references and unofficial transcripts. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

NOTE: Official transcripts will be required upon an offer of employment. Official copies of transcripts may be sent directly to: Athens Technical College Attn: Human Resources 800 U.S. Highway 29 N Athens GA 30601 or send electronically to .

**Employment is contingent based upon successful completion of appropriate background checks.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individuals age color disability genetic information national origin race religion sex or veteran status (protected status). No individual shall be excluded from participation in denied the benefits of or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination harassment or retaliation under any TCSG program or activity because of the individuals protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individuals protected status except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Athens Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions including but not limited to hiring promotion and tenure shall be free of ideological tests affirmations and oaths including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge skills and abilities associated with the role and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions responsibilities and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institutions ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following individuals have been designated to coordinate the colleges implementation of nondiscrimination policies:Susan Fyffe Director of Student Support Services Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator Office K-614A 706/355- 5081;Courtney Mattox Director of Human Resources; Title VI Title VII Title IX Coordinator (Employees) Office K-514 706/583-2818; andLenzy Reid Vice President of Student Affairs Title IX (Students) Office H-774 706/355-5029 800 U.S. Highway 29 North Athens GA 30601.