Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor

Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor Location Auraria Campus, CO Job Type Part-Time Job Number 2020-00679 Division Academic Affairs Opening Date 04/01/2026 Closing Date 8/31/2026 9:30 AM Mountain Position Type Adjunct instructor Description Benefits Purpose/Summary Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment. CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The successful Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice must possess the academic and practical expertise to guide student learning and success, and to serve as a mentor and model for students. The Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice is experienced in an area of criminal justice such as policing, corrections and/or the law. This position will demonstrate strong instructional skills and engage a diverse student body using traditional, nontraditional, and innovative methods of instruction and effectively structure classes and curriculum to support program and course outcomes. Teaching can occur on campus, off campus at a partner location and/or online. Duties and Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES

The Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice is responsible for instructing assigned in person classes or delivering on-line content consistent with CCCS, CCD, CTE and department policies. Course content will adhere to the learning objectives of the regular syllabus and, with department policies. The Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice is available, either face to face or electronically, to students in assigned classes to provide additional academic support as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment. Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education(Minimum/Required): Completed master's degree or jurist doctorate in a related field with 2,000 verified occupational/industry hours within the last five years OR relevant current industry license/certification with 2,000 verified occupational/industry hours within the last fifteen years. Which could include areas such as Criminal Justice, Law, Law Enforcement, Emergency Service, Homeland Security, Investigations, Corrections, Public Service. Qualify for a Colorado Career and Technical Education Credential in criminal justice. Experience (Minimum/Required): Five years of experience in law enforcement, corrections or law with 3-5 years of teaching or training experience preferably in a community college. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (Minimum/Required): Demonstrates a commitment to teaching Uses appropriate and various teaching strategies Uses flexible approaches in teaching for learning Acknowledges differences in learning styles and motivation Encourages students to achieve goals Relates coursework to real life experiences Maintains a positive and empathetic attitude towards students Organizes subject matter, course materials, and objectives Communicates effectively Maintains knowledge of and enthusiasm for both the subject matter and teaching Maintains current and relevant syllabus Following State guidelines when indicated Reviews and updates course materials Uses evaluation methods related to and appropriate for course content Uses supplemental resources in addition to a textbook or other course materials Participate in all aspects of the department and/or college level assessment of student learning outcomes Supplemental Information Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students. If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program. For a complete review of the benefits we offer, please click on the following link: https://www.cccs.edu/employee-resources/employee-benefits/ .

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.

com/careers/ccd which includes:

Electronic Application, Click 'New Resume' at the bottom of this page Cover Letter Resume References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable •All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts •Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. For pay information, please refer to the following: https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrix CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer. Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration. CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. For information regarding Community College of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under "student's right to know": CCD.edu/Safety . For a hard copy report please contact 303-352-3042. Adjunct Instructors Adjunct instructors and variable hour employees will have their hours measured on an annual basis to determine eligibility to enroll in medical health insurance for the following benefit period. Information regarding benefits can be found at CCCS Employee Benefits . Employer Community College of Denver (CO) Address 855 Lawrence Parkway Suite 565 Denver, Colorado, 80204 Website http://www.ccd.edu