Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice Des Moines Area Community College - 4.5 Ankeny, IA Job Details $1,123 a month 1 day ago Qualifications Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Full Job Description Please see Special Instructions for more details.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES

A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and/or "See Resume" will not be accepted. Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable). The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Position Details Position Information Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice Campus Ankeny Campus, IA Job Number 27-ADJ30 Employment Date Spring Semester 2027. January 12 - May 6, 2027. Job Category Adjunct Faculty Application & Position Contact Information Samantha O'Hara at or (515) 964-6667. Posting Detail Information Salary Information $1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour (ECH) . Job Summary Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor to teach in-person CRJ 109: Theories of Interviewing at Ankeny Campus. Applicants should describe their ability to teach CRJ 109 Theories of Interviewing. Assignment may include evening or off-campus teaching, individualized and/or competency-based instruction and/or online/distance learning. The Criminal Justice program curriculum can be found here: Criminal Justice AAS Curriculum Essential Functions Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi. Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students. Fosters a safe and civil learning environment. Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies. Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment. Required Qualifications Master's degree in core field ( Criminal Justice, Law degree/Juris Doctorate , Psychology, Social Work, Sociology) OR master's degree in any field plus 12 graduate semester hours in a combination of the qualifying fields that provide a foundation in the specific subject matter being taught, with a minimum of six credits from bolded field; OR possess a bachelor's degree and 6,000 hours experience working within the criminal justice system of law enforcement, courts, or corrections, or closely allied occupations. Ability to function effectively in a team environment. Demonstrated effectiveness working with populations having diverse values, and/or coming from varied cultures and backgrounds. Desired Qualifications Teaching Experience. Ability to use and apply alternative instructional delivery systems to enhance learning. Experience in curriculum development and assessment. Experience teaching, working, or volunteering with high school students. Work Schedule January 12 - May 6, 2026, Tuesday and Thursday 9:40am - 11:05am. Posting Date 08/26/2026 Deadline for Submitting Applications 09/15/2026 Open Until Filled No Application Instructions

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES

: A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and/or "See Resume" will not be accepted. Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable). The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean's office, the Executive Academic Deans' office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, . Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582,

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. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Do you hold the minimum education requirements for this position? Yes No
• Please specify the courses and times you are available to teach at Ankeny Campus. (You may select more than one). CRJ 109, Tuesday & Thursday, 9:40am - 11:05am CRJ 200, Monday & Wednesday, 12:50pm - 2:15pm
• How did you learn about this job opening? DMACC Employee Referral Friend/Relative Indeed.com TeachIowa.gov HigherEdJobs The Chronicle of Higher Education Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Iowa Workforce Development DMACC Website DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email Other
• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?

Yes No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Transcripts Optional Documents Resume Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Transcript 2 Transcript 3