Criminal Justice Faculty

School of Emergency Services

 Rank:  Appointment level to any faculty position is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Salary:  Nine-month position.  Competitive salary depending on experience.  The College also provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Tenure and Promotion:  Tenure and promotion are awarded based on a review by a college-wide committee of the candidate’s contributions to service, pedagogy and scholarship.  

How would you like to work for a dynamic, innovative and growing State College? Daytona State has trained the future leaders of Volusia and Flagler Counties and beyond for more than 65 years. Our graduates serve in the critical fields of healthcare, emergency services, business, education, hospitality, engineering, cybersecurity, digital media and more. We want you to be part of our team!

We offer competitive salaries, excellent health, dental and life insurance plans, and the opportunity to participate in the Florida Retirement System. Employees also enjoy a wide range of other incentives such as professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, free use of our aquatic and fitness centers, discounts on cultural events, generous leave policies and more.

We’re honored to be included in Orlando Business Journal's “Best Employers in Volusia County” rankings.

You belong here!

Required Qualifications:  This position requires a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field.  A valid Florida driver’s license and pre-employment drug screen are required.  A Current Florida Department of Law Enforcement general topics instructor certification is also required.

Preferred Qualifications:  A master’s degree is preferred.  Formal teaching experience and/or law enforcement experience is preferred.  High liability instructor certifications preferred.

Key Responsibilities: This is not a comprehensive list of responsibilities.

Administrative – Program Manager:

• Schedule 5,000+ hours of training annually including classes, instructors, and facilities.
• Maintain detailed student and course files ensuring 100% compliance with FDLE requirements and Florida Administrative Code in preparation for annual FDLE audit.
• Oversee daily management of six Basic Law Enforcement and three Corrections Academy classes including, but not limited to, attendance, grades, student performance, and student discipline.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with agency personnel.
• Review and process academy applications per state statute and conduct entrance interviews with prospective recruits.
• Serve as a mentor and advocate for academy recruits.
• Monitor and renew all instructor certifications per state statute.
• Attend open house/recruitment events as program representative.

Teaching:

• Teaches assigned courses.
• Assists in curriculum development, course reports, and textbook selection.
• Uses instructional technology methods when presenting course content.
• Provides written course syllabus which includes classroom policies, procedures, grading, and learning outcomes.
• Uses appropriate and up-to-date course materials, including learning objectives, texts, and supplementary teaching materials.
• Applies classroom management strategies in face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online format.
• Implements student assessment policies, such as testing or observation of skills.
• Submits grades or other course assessment reports in a timely manner.
• Manages routine classroom responsibilities in a professional manner.

Professional Development:

• Participates in activities that advance professional competencies and teaching skills.
• Engages in activities that advance the teaching discipline or profession.
• Maintains or acquires appropriate or required certifications, licensure, or other professional credentials.

College Responsibilities and Service:

• Keeps scheduled office hours as required by the respective load formula for the purpose of academic advising.
• Records student attendance as necessary.
• Attends department, division, and college-wide academic functions.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of areas of discipline to be taught.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with students, colleagues and supervisors.
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively and professionally through oral and written communications.
• Commitment to the community college mission, innovative and effective teaching, sustained and significant professional development, and service to the College.
• Computer literacy and the ability to navigate in a Windows environment.

For consideration, applicants must submit an online application at www.DaytonaState.edu/hr. Applicants may also upload their cover letter, resume and transcripts of all degrees and coursework. Application must include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. If formal education occurred at an international institution, a copy of the degree evaluation must be uploaded and submitted with the online application. Candidates will not be considered if copies of transcripts (and / or third-party evaluations) are not furnished by the position closing date. Any candidate hired must supply official transcripts within 30 days of employment.    

Criminal background checks are required.                                                                                               

For more information, please contact us at 386.506.4505 or visit our website at http://www.DaytonaState.edu.                                                           

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.  To request accommodations, contact 386.506.4505.                                                                                       

Daytona State College prohibits discrimination and provides equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran status. For more details, read our policy at this site https://www.daytonastate.edu/equity/index.html or contact Human Resources at 386-506-4505 or 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. Building 100, Room 303 Daytona Beach.

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