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Criminal Justice Instructor - SUNY Schenectady County Community College
Location: Schenectady, NY Category: Faculty Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Mon Apr 20 2026 Job Description:
SUNY Schenectady invites applications for a full-time Criminal Justice Instructor to join a collaborative, student-centered academic community within the Division of Liberal Arts. We seek an educator who is committed to excellent teaching and dedicated to preparing students for careers and continued education in criminal justice, law enforcement, corrections, courts, and related fields. The successful candidate will teach a 15-credit course load per semester and contribute to a department that values high-quality instruction, professional growth, and strong connections between theory and practice.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach undergraduate Criminal Justice courses in a variety of instructional formats, including in-person and online
Develop and deliver course content that integrates criminal justice theory, policy, and applied practice
Create engaging, inclusive, and supportive learning environments that promote student success and retention
Assess student learning and participate in program and course-level assessment activities
Hold regular office hours and provide academic advising and mentoring to students
Participate in departmental, divisional, and college service, including committee work
Engage in ongoing professional development related to teaching, criminal justice, and higher education
Contribute to a collegial and supportive academic community
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field (e.g., Criminology, Legal Studies, Public Administration) from an accredited institution
Prior teaching, training, or instructional experience
Professional experience in criminal justice or a closely related field
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience at the community college level
Experience in law enforcement, corrections, courts, probation/parole, or related justice system roles
Experience with or commitment to inclusive, equity-minded teaching practices
Experience with online or technology-enhanced instruction
Relevant professional certifications or licensures
Doctoral degree in Criminal Justice or Juris Doctorate.
Special Information:
Employment commences on August 17, 2026
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position
Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check and verification of official college transcripts
Additional Information:
Salary: $51,727
At SUNY Schenectady, salary is only one aspect of your compensation package.
Benefits and perks:
As a full-time team member here, you'll enjoy:
Comprehensive health care coverage
Dental and vision coverage
A choice of retirement systems
A deferred compensation program
Professional development opportunities
Two on-site childcare providers (dependent on availability)
Discounted YMCA health club membership
Plus additional savings programs and perks!
SUNY Schenectady invites applications for a full-time Criminal Justice Instructor to join a collaborative, student-centered academic community within the Division of Liberal Arts. We seek an educator who is committed to excellent teaching and dedicated to preparing students for careers and continued education in criminal justice, law enforcement, corrections, courts, and related fields. The successful candidate will teach a 15-credit course load per semester and contribute to a department that values high-quality instruction, professional growth, and strong connections between theory and practice.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach undergraduate Criminal Justice courses in a variety of instructional formats, including in-person and online
Develop and deliver course content that integrates criminal justice theory, policy, and applied practice
Create engaging, inclusive, and supportive learning environments that promote student success and retention
Assess student learning and participate in program and course-level assessment activities
Hold regular office hours and provide academic advising and mentoring to students
Participate in departmental, divisional, and college service, including committee work
Engage in ongoing professional development related to teaching, criminal justice, and higher education
Contribute to a collegial and supportive academic community
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field (e.g., Criminology, Legal Studies, Public Administration) from an accredited institution
Prior teaching, training, or instructional experience
Professional experience in criminal justice or a closely related field
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience at the community college level
Experience in law enforcement, corrections, courts, probation/parole, or related justice system roles
Experience with or commitment to inclusive, equity-minded teaching practices
Experience with online or technology-enhanced instruction
Relevant professional certifications or licensures
Doctoral degree in Criminal Justice or Juris Doctorate.
Special Information:
Employment commences on August 17, 2026
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position
Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check and verification of official college transcripts
Additional Information:
Salary: $51,727
At SUNY Schenectady, salary is only one aspect of your compensation package.
Benefits and perks:
As a full-time team member here, you'll enjoy:
Comprehensive health care coverage
Dental and vision coverage
A choice of retirement systems
A deferred compensation program
Professional development opportunities
Two on-site childcare providers (dependent on availability)
Discounted YMCA health club membership
Plus additional savings programs and perks!
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