Responsibilities

The Criminal Justice Technology Forensic Science Faculty is a full-time, 9-month position located on the OCH Campus in Monroe, NC beginning Spring 2026. This role will serve the program and students in both Union and Anson County. Under the direction of the Director of Public Safety Curriculum Programs, the Criminal Justice Technology Forensic Science Faculty provides quality learning opportunities that assist students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations in the Associate in Applied Science program. This individual promotes SPCC’s mission by providing effective individual teaching and learning, curriculum development, advising, professional development, institutional service, and community relations. The Faculty in Criminal Justice Technology Forensic Science will teach a minimum of 21 contact hours each term or 42 total contact hours fall and spring term.

Curriculum and Teaching

Teach a minimum of 42 SHC per academic year (Typically, 21 SCH in both fall and spring semesters. This equates to teaching 7 courses per semester.
Promote quality in learning and instruction by using student-centered principles in leadership, evaluation, and professional development.
Actively support pedagogical innovation in seated and distance instruction, workforce development and out-of-classroom activities; encourage the use of technology within the learning environment.
Knowledge of Classroom and laboratory instructional techniques and procedures.
Participate in the development of a student-centered course schedule, ensuring appropriate availability and sequencing existing courses.
Participate in program review and student learning outcomes assessment annually updating and assessing program improvement plans as needed.
Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of new courses, ensuring appropriate availability and sequencing of new courses.
Participate in institutional, advisory, and program/instruction committees as assigned, campus activities, and representation of the college in the community.
Participate in student activities including the Law and Public Safety Club, SkillsUSA, and engagement across campus departments such as Student Life.
Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following locations: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus (Monroe), or in community locations (Anson and/or Union counties), and accept day and/or night teaching assignments.

Other Expectations

Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to SPCC as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services.
Actively participate in school and college committees and activities and school or college-related community activities and events.
Actively participate in student recruitment and retention activities, admissions, advising, and registration activities.
Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for the position.
Actively participate in grant prospecting, authoring, editing, evaluation, and reporting.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Public Safety Curriculum Programs, Dean of the School of Health and Public Services and the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs/Chief Academic Officer.

Every faculty member with the College is expected to be:

Committed to student access, engagement, and success
Willing to take strategic risks related to student-oriented change
Capable of building strong teams
Motivated to establish urgency for improvement
Able to plan lasting and positive internal changes
Result-oriented, ensuring effective implementation, routine assessment of programs, and continuous data-informed improvement
Effective at communicating and listening to foster strong relationships, shared priorities, and inspire trust and action
Considerate of fiscal responsibilities and sound operations
Dedicated to entrepreneurial fundraising that aligns to student access, engagement, and success goals
Effective in developing effective external partnerships to achieve broader aims for student success
A creative, innovative, energetic instructional leader and a technologically sophisticated professional who is skilled in various technology applications
A supporter of consistent and on-going professional development initiatives, in pursuit of the college’s strategic goals
A fair-minded, ethical, and honest leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the courage and integrity to lead and accept responsibility
A collaborative, respectful, and honest person who is guided by a high standard of integrity and customer service

Qualifications

Required:

Master’s degree in forensic science, criminal justice or related field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Forensic Science. Please note that digital forensics and/or cybercrime will not qualify you for this position.
Minimum of 5 years working in a Criminal Justice field with specific crime scene or crime lab experience.
Minimum of 3 years training in a public safety field or teaching experience at the community college or university level.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Working knowledge/utilization of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications.
Possess knowledge in teaching and learning principles for adult education, which may include curriculum development, curriculum implementation, and student assessment and evaluation, appropriate to the faculty role.
Evidence of effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
Working knowledge/utilization of online learning platforms such as Canvas and Microsoft Teams.

Preferred:

Master’s degree or higher in forensic science
Knowledge and/or experience with learning outcomes assessment
Demonstrated innovation within the field of education and/or technology
Evidence of a career that includes a strong work ethic with a proven track record of project completion, multi-tasking, and the ability to handle time-sensitive environments
Experience in a regional accreditation process, such as SACSCOC
Experience with goal setting and strategic planning
Experience with grant writing

Compensation

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental cafeteria plan.

How to apply

Apply online at https://jobs.spcc.edu/postings/3432. Position is open until filled.

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