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Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies for Columbus Technical College:

Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students – 706.641.5032, [email protected]
Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees – 706.649.1883, [email protected]
Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504) – 706.649.1442, [email protected]

All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572.

In compliance with OFCCP regulations, the Technical College System of Georgia and its associated colleges endeavor to inform you of your equal employment opportunity protections. To view the “EEO is the Law” poster, please click this link. EEO Is The Law.

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Criminal Justice Program Director/Instructor Full-time

Columbus, GA

Full Time

Experienced

Columbus Technical College is seeking an individual to serve as a full-time Instructor/Program Director for Criminal Justice. Under general supervision, this individual will prepare lesson plans for classroom instruction; evaluate students’ progress in attaining goals, objectives, and student learning outcomes. This position is full-time/exempt.

Please note the following information regarding this position:

May require teaching on or off campus throughout our service delivery area (Muscogee County, Stewart County, Quitman County, Chattahoochee County, Harris County, and Talbot County)
May require travel
Will require teaching morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend classes
Will require working some Fridays or Saturdays

Responsibilities:

Maintaining expertise in subject area
Obtaining and maintaining licenses and certifications
Following state standards in the development of program and course instructional outlines, goals and objectives
Maintain program standards by participating in related advisory committee meetings and working directly with local employers.
Contribute to the writing of accreditation and assessment reports
Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares budget requests
Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports
Completes all internal and external training requirements timely
Maintains knowledge of current policies, laws, trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate policy notices, interpretations and attending training sessions, meetings and conferences.
Responsible for career service activities for the technical college. Markets the program services to the employment community.
Coordinates the provision of services such as job placement between students and employers.
Creates employer awareness by active involvement in community organizations.
Makes presentations about the college's programs as well as labor market conditions and trends.
Assists with the design and execution of special events, projects and activities as requested.
Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.
Creates and maintains a high-performance environment characterized by positive leadership and strong team orientation.
Ensures adherence to technical college and safety requirements in classrooms and labs by following established procedures.
Correctly assesses the educational needs and class progress of students.
Selects and obtains appropriate educational materials for courses.
Prepares reports on the status of students in the program indicating whether performance is aligned with performance indicators, program goals and progress schedule.
Ensures consistency in syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and other appropriate materials.
Prepares appropriate curricula, including non-traditional content and methods to achieve objectives and goals of students.
Prepares lesson plans, prepares lectures, writes course overviews and outlines
Prepare tests, class projects and case studies; grades papers; averages grade, prepares grade reports, and coordinates make-up tests with learning lab
Completes all internal and external training requirements timely

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited college or university *and* State of Georgia Peace Officers’ Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Instructor certification (transcript required) *and* Two (2) or more years of teaching instruction in the criminal justice field.

-OR-

A Master’s degree in Criminal Justice *and* Two (2) or more years of work experience in the criminal justice workforce or teaching discipline

-OR-

A Master’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours or 27 graduate quarter hours in the criminal justice field *and* Two (2) or more years of work experience in the criminal justice workforce or teaching discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice and 2 – 5 years of criminal justice related field experience.

Salary/Benefits:
The salary range is commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include state holidays, annual leave, and sick leave, State of Georgia Retirement, Health and Flexible Benefits Program.

Application Deadline:
Position is available until filled. Applicants must submit a Columbus Technical College employment application online and upload a cover letter, resume and copy of transcript(s) at time of application (Incomplete submissions will not be considered). **Please note: All references will be checked prior to employment offer. Post offer requirements will include a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check. **

Employment Policy:
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.
For nondiscrimination information, please contact:

Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students – 706.641.5032, [email protected]
Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees – 706.649.1883, [email protected]
Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504) – 706.649.1442, [email protected]

All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572.

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The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies for Columbus Technical College:

Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students – 706.641.5032, [email protected]

Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees – 706.649.1883, [email protected]

Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504) – 706.649.1442, [email protected]

All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572.

In compliance with OFCCP regulations, the Technical College System of Georgia and its associated colleges endeavor to inform you of your equal employment opportunity protections. To view the “EEO is the Law” poster, please click this link. EEO Is The Law.

Criminal Justice Program Director/Instructor Full-time

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