720-Law Enforcement & Jail Academy Adjunct

Nicolet Area Technical College•Rhinelander, WI

About The Position

Nicolet College is seeking part-time Adjunct Faculty to teach in its 720-hour Law Enforcement Academy and Jail Academy, with current openings for the Spring 2027 academies. The posting also establishes a candidate pool for future teaching opportunities aligned with applicants’ qualifications, instructional credentials, and professional experience. Adjunct Faculty provide classroom instruction, practical skills training, and student assessment using Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB)-approved curricula. Instructors prepare students for law enforcement and jail officer responsibilities while promoting professionalism, ethical conduct, safety, and student success. Teaching assignments must align with applicable LESB instructor certification or credentialing requirements. Assignments vary according to academy schedules, instructional needs, and instructor expertise. Instruction may take place at Nicolet College and other designated training locations throughout the district, and may include daytime, evening, and weekend instruction. The position reports to the Dean of Public Safety & Transportation and works in coordination with the Academy Director to support training that meets college expectations and applicable LESB standards. The college is accepting applications for the Spring 2027 academies. The candidate pool remains open through June 30, 2027. Initial applicant review begins November 6th. Applicants who remain interested in adjunct faculty opportunities after that date will receive an email invitation to resubmit an application for consideration during the next fiscal year.

Requirements

Handgun and Rifle MRDS Adjunct Instructor: Associate degree or at least 60 accredited semester credits or 90 accredited quarter credits.
Handgun and Rifle MRDS Adjunct Instructor: Current or former Wisconsin-certified law enforcement officer with at least three years of full-time or 6,000 hours of certified occupational experience as a law enforcement or tribal law enforcement officer.
Handgun and Rifle MRDS Adjunct Instructor: Current Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) instructor certification and current LESB Handgun and Rifle MRDS instructor certification.
General Law Enforcement Adjunct Instructor: Associate degree or at least 60 accredited semester credits or 90 accredited quarter credits.
General Law Enforcement Adjunct Instructor: Current or former Wisconsin-certified law enforcement officer with at least three years of full-time or 6,000 hours of certified occupational experience as a law enforcement or tribal law enforcement officer.
General Law Enforcement Adjunct Instructor: Current Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) General Law Enforcement Instructor certification.
General Jail Adjunct Instructor: High school diploma or Wisconsin high school equivalency diploma, or its equivalent from another state.
General Jail Adjunct Instructor: At least three years of full-time or 6,000 hours of part-time certified occupational experience as a jail officer.
General Jail Adjunct Instructor: Current Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) General Jail Instructor certification.
Knowledge of adult learning principles, effective instructional practices, and current law enforcement and/or jail service standards, regulations, certification requirements, and industry best practices.
Knowledge of curriculum design, assessment methods, competency-based education, learning management systems, instructional technologies, and safety practices for classroom, laboratory, and field instruction.
Ability to deliver classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction; evaluate student learning through written, practical, and competency-based assessments; and teach cognitive knowledge and psychomotor skills required for law enforcement and/or corrections education.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and external partners; use instructional technology, learning management systems, and Microsoft Office applications; and manage multiple instructional and administrative responsibilities.
Ability to maintain accurate records, adapt instruction to diverse learning needs, foster an inclusive, professional, and safe learning environment, and build collaborative relationships with faculty, students, and community partners.
Ability to analyze student performance, improve instruction continuously, learn and apply new technologies and educational practices, and demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, and commitment to continuous learning.
Physical ability to read and understand documents and displays, type or write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and move or lift up to 25 pounds.
Physical abilities including gross and fine motor skills; balance and mobility to squat, stand, walk, climb stairs, and move within confined spaces; hearing, vision, and tactile senses described in the posting; and ability to detect odors and tolerate allergens, heat, and humidity.
Ability to maintain emotional stability, provide emotional support, adapt to changing environments and stress, focus on tasks, cope with strong emotions, and respond to unexpected situations.

Nice To Haves

Previous academy teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Provide face-to-face classroom, laboratory, and field-based instruction.
Deliver engaging, learner-centered instruction aligned with Nicolet College’s mission and values.
Teach theory, practical skills, and professional standards in law enforcement and/or corrections.
Demonstrate industry best practices and current techniques.
Provide individual and group coaching to help students master technical competencies.
Foster professionalism, customer service excellence, and workplace readiness.
Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
Provide timely feedback and maintain regular communication with students.
Maintain accurate attendance, grading, and student records.
Use instructional technology and learning management systems effectively.
Participate in curriculum improvement and program development initiatives as needed.
Maintain current industry knowledge, licensure, and professional certifications.
Support workforce and community education initiatives when opportunities arise.