Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice

Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice Des Moines Area Community College - 4.5 Des Moines, IA Job Details $1,101 a month 1 hour ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Full Job Description Please see Special Instructions for more details. DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email .

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES

1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting "See Resume" will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Position Details Position Information Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice Campus Southridge Center/Des Moines, IA Job Number 26-ADJ82

Employment Date Fall Semester:

August 26 - December 17, 2026. Job Category Adjunct Faculty Application & Position Contact Information Jessica Cole at . Posting Detail Information Salary Information $1,101 per Equivalent Credit Hour (ECH) . Job Summary Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor to teach CRJ 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice, CRJ 141 Criminal Investigation, and CRJ 293 Report Writing in-person to high school students at the Criminal Justice Career Academy at DMACC Southridge Center. 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 Bachelor's degree and a combination of formal training and professional tested experience equivalent to 6,000 hours. 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 Master's degree. 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 In-Person, Monday through Friday, 7:45 am - 9:30 am, August 26, 2026 - December 17, 2026. Posting Date 06/17/2026 Deadline for Submitting Applications 07/01/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email .

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES

1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting "See Resume" will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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