Adjunct Instructor - Criminal Justice

Ferris State University•Big Rapids, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Business at Ferris State University seeks a lead instructor teaching precision driving course in accordance with MCOLES guidelines. Will supervise and assist part time professional staff with all training maneuvers. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan by the first day of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The position reports to Law Enforcement Academy Director. The anticipated start date of this position is July 2026. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Master's degree in criminal justice, criminal justice administration, police science, law enforcement, public administration, corrections, correctional rehabilitation, criminology, criminal psychology, forensic science, or sociology with a criminal justice focus.
OR A bachelor's degree in one of the previous fields AND 5 years of documented related field experience approved by department faculty.
Must be MCOLES approved.
Must be certified as a police emergency operations driving instructor.
Minimum of five years of police experience in the United States.
Minimum of two years as a driving instructor at a police academy or an in-service training class.
Must have completed a recognized Police Precision Instructor Driving Program.
Must have a valid United States Driver's License.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, education, socioeconomic, and life experiences.

Responsibilities

Supervise and assist precision driving course following MCOLES guidelines, rules and regulations.
Supervise and assist training maneuvers for Criminal Justice Law Enforcement students.
Maintain regularly posted office hours (scheduled at times convenient for students).
Participate in traditional functions of academic significance (e.g., reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
May be required to teach off-campus or in an online environment.
Cultivate an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically.
Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.