Criminal Justice Instructor

Job Responsibilities

Teaches assigned classes in Criminal Justice by providing systematically planned and delivered instruction; to design and develop curriculum, advise students and evaluate performance.

Plans and implements classroom instruction.

Reviews, evaluates, and revises course objectives, materials and course syllabi with other faculty members as needed.

Serves as academic advisor to students and participates in recruitment and retention activities.

Serves on institutional teams as assigned.

Participates in professional development activities as per Individual Professional Development Plan.

Maintains records of student academic progress and attendance, evaluates level of achievement, communicates with students and assigns grades.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a Master's Degree with 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous Law Enforcement experience is preferred.

Additional Comments

The application review will begin June 1, 2026.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.