Professor of Administration of Justice/Criminal Justice

Salary: $60,520.00 - $137,225.00 Annually

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 20230541

Closing: 6/30/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced, CA

Department:

*Position's initial max possible salary placement is $85,637*Additional compensation available via overload assignments, with approvalInterview dates to be determined
Merced College is a midsized community college located in California's Central Valley. Founded in 1962, the college serves more than 16,000 students, with room to expand on its 267-acre main campus and 120-acre Los Banos site, as well as at our innovative Business Resource Center in Downtown Merced. The City of Merced, incorporated in 1889, offers historical sites, affordable housing and access to the Bay Area and Sacramento. Merced is known as the Gateway to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada mountains, and is home to the University of California's newest campus, UC Merced. Our tree-shaded, growing community of just over 80,000 includes multiple biking and walking trails as well as access to several lakes —large and small — throughout the county.

Merced College is seeking one full-time Professor of Administration of Justice/Criminal Justice beginning fall 2023 who has a passion for educating students on the intricacies of the criminal justice system. The successful candidate will bring innovative, evidence-based teaching methods that promote understanding of criminal justice to help maintain law and order within society. Merced College is committed to academic excellence in educating its diverse student population.

Merced College Mission
At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Vision
Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:

• Degree/Certificate Programs
• Transfer
• Career Technical Education
• Workforce Training
• Lifelong Learning
• Basic Skills
• Community Engagement

Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.

General Description: This is a full-time, tenure track instructional assignment in the Public Safety Department at Merced College under the general direction of the Dean of Allied Health and Public Safety. This position includes classroom instruction in Criminal Justice fields including the following:
• in-service training for law enforcement officers and Police Officer POST Modular Training
• obtaining certification from the State regulating body
• meeting with representatives from state regulatory departments
• implementing law and regulation changes
• meeting with representatives of agencies to assess in-service training needs and plan training
• participating in departmental area and campus professional activities/committees
• remaining current with discipline content, technology and teaching/learning strategies through participation in required professional development activities
• contributing to program review
• marketing and recruiting of students to grow and enhance the program
• Instruction will include evening and weekend hours.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions:

• Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
• Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
• Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g. grades and syllabi)
• Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations

• Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods

• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in the development and review of curriculum
• Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
• Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
• Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
• Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes

Typical Qualifications
Required:

• Bachelor's degree from an acceptable accredited institution in police science, corrections or law enforcement or related field AND two (2) years of professional experience OR
• Associate degree from an acceptable accredited institution in police science, corrections or law enforcement or related field AND six (6) years of professional experience OR
• California Community College Instructor Credential in police science OR the equivalent
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues

Supplemental Information
How to Apply:

• Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd/promotionaljobs.
Required Documentation:
• Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
• Resume
• List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
• Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired
• Diversity Statement: The Merced College District has a diverse staff and student population. As such, applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the community at large. Please describe how your professional experience would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Please do not include any personally identifying information. Limit your response to one (1) page.
If Applicable:
• Foreign transcripts mustinclude a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization per the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/transcripts
• Equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency) https://www.mccd.edu/about-merced-college/divisions/human-resources/equivalency/
Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment; any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile

Interview Information:
Those applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee, which includes a teaching demonstration on a selected topic. Interviews will be held onsite.

Employee Benefits:
Employee Benefits: Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee's only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our https://www.mccd.edu/about-merced-college/divisions/human-resources/benefits/for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment:
The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. Merced College does not sponsor visas. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process; please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources OfficeMerced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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