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Law Enforcement Instructor

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Subject Matter Expert in the area of instruction
  • Previous instructional experience
  • At least five years’ experience in law enforcement/criminal justice field or school administration and/or related field
  • Satisfactory background check and ability to travel to instruction site

Responsibilities

  • Develop a relevant and progressive curriculum to enhance the knowledge, skills, and abilities of Arkansas law enforcement professionals by providing leadership and management courses customized to meet the dynamic and unique challenges of law enforcement across the State.
  • Design and implement effective learning strategies and environments.
  • Deliver high-quality instruction and present lesson plans on scheduled class days in an engaging and well-communicated manner.
  • Support various learning styles by providing multiple strategies for consuming the same content (e.g., slides, lecturing, videos, and/or readings) and adjust course outlines annually to ensure information is up-to-date and relevant.

About the company

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University of Arkansas System

Higher Education

Since its inception, the University of Arkansas System has developed a tradition of excellence that includes the state’s 1871 flagship, land-grant research university; Arkansas’s premier institution for medical education, treatment and research; a major metropolitan university; an 1890 land-grant university; two regional universities serving southern and western Arkansas; seven community colleges; two schools of law; a presidential school; a residential math and science high school; a 100 percent-online university and divisions of agriculture, archeology and criminal justice. The individual entities of the UA System maintain cooperative strength as well as diverse offerings that exhibit unmatched economic and social impact to the state. The University of Arkansas System provides communities in Arkansas with access to academic and professional opportunities, develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students and provides knowledge and research skills to an ever-changing society. The system enrolls more than 60,000 students, employs over 17,000 employees, and has a total budget of over $2 billion. An intrinsic part of the texture and fabric of Arkansas, the UA System is a driving force in the state’s economic, educational and cultural advancement. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race/color, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryHigher Education
Company size10001

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Job description

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).


If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
 


Closing Date:


Type of Position:


Workstudy Position:

No


Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)


Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

Criminal Justice Institute

The Criminal Justice Institute (CJI) is a campus of the University of Arkansas System that serves a unique population of non-traditional students—certified law enforcement professionals who are actively employed within our State’s police departments and sheriff’s offices. The Institute is committed to making communities safer by supporting law enforcement professionals through training, education, resources and collaborative partnerships. Utilizing both classroom-based instruction and practical, hands-on application, CJI provides an educational experience designed to enhance the performance and professionalism of law enforcement in progressive areas of criminal justice, including law enforcement leadership and management, crime scene investigation, computer applications, traffic safety, illicit drug investigations and school safety.   If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process or have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-570-8021. 

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.


Department:

Education and Training Center


Department's Website:

www.cji.edu


Summary of Job Duties:

The Criminal Justice Institute’s Law Enforcement Instructor is responsible for increasing student learning through:
1. The development of a relevant and progressive curriculum to enhance the knowledge, skills, and abilities of Arkansas law enforcement professionals by providing leadership and management courses customized to meet the dynamic and unique challenges of law enforcement across the State.
2. The design and implementation of effective learning strategies and environments.
3. Delivering high-quality instruction and presenting lesson plans on scheduled class days in an engaging and well-communicated manner.
4. Supporting various learning styles by providing several strategies for consuming the same content (ex: slides, lecturing, videos, and/or readings).
5. Providing students with additional support and guidance when asked.
6. Adjusting course outlines on an annual basis to ensure information is up-to-date and relevant.


Qualifications:

Instructor Qualifications:
•    Subject Matter Expert in the area of instruction.
•    Previous instructional experience.
•    At least five years’ experience in the [either law enforcement/criminal justice industry/field or school administration] and/or field of instruction.
•    Satisfactory background check (certified law enforcement and school administrators excluded).
•    Agreement of terms and conditions of Lecturer/Instructor employment agreement.
•    Ability to travel to instruction site.
•    A minimum of an Associate’s is required for all degree program courses.
•    Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements upon approval of the Director of the Criminal Justice Institute.  
 


Additional Information:

Instructor Core Skills:

  • Organization
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Instructor-led training
  • Subject matter expert
  • Time management
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Engagement
  • Mentoring
  • Presentation skills


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.


Required Documents to Apply:

Resume


Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Carol Waddle
Associate Director
501-570-8021
cdwaddle@cji.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

The Criminal Justice Institute is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check is required. Required checks are identified in the position listing. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.


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Frequent Physical Activity:


Occasional Physical Activity:


Benefits Eligible:

No

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