Adjunct Faculty – Criminal Justice (Part‑time)

About the role

The State of Georgia seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Criminal Justice courses on a part‑time basis. This position supports the development and delivery of accredited curriculum while providing students with practical, law‑enforcement‑focused instruction.

Key responsibilities

• Develop program and course outlines, goals, and objectives.
• Prepare lesson plans and deliver classroom instruction for credited courses.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain academic records.
• Manage supplies, equipment, and budget requests.
• Ensure compliance with program certification and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with students, staff, and other educators on instructional matters.
• Assist with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience.
• Preferred: Master’s degree, POST instructor certification, eight (8) years of teaching or law‑enforcement experience, and prior postsecondary teaching experience.
• Active participation in professional organizations and strong human‑relations abilities.

Required skills

• Computer proficiency and experience with online instruction platforms.

What we offer

• Part‑time schedule not exceeding 29 hours per week.
• Hourly compensation commensurate with education and experience.
• Opportunity to impact the lives of Georgia’s citizens through education.