Faculty - Criminal Justice

Business Faculty

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to PTC students and employees is essential.

Pittsburgh Technical College is a private, non-profit and regionally accredited institution committed to higher education excellence and focused on academic and professional success. Located in Western Pennsylvania since 1946, PTC awards associate and bachelor’s degrees and certificates in these areas: Business, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Design and Engineering Technology, Healthcare, Nursing, Information Systems and Technology, Trades Technology, and Energy and Electronics Technology. The PTC college experience is empowering and culminates in internships and clinical rotations for on-campus, degree-seeking students.

Pittsburgh Technical College is looking for an experienced individual to teach coursework in the School of Criminal Justice as a primary job function. This faculty position will focus on teaching courses for campus and online delivery, developing curriculum, and supporting students to prepare them for employment in the Criminal Justice field. A background and experience in law enforcement, security, or public safety issues are beneficial to the position. Faculty frequently serve as a liaison with all other offices, i.e., Admissions, Career Services, Financial Aid, Student Services. These offices will periodically communicate with students through instructors or through the Student Advisors. And work effectively as a team member to support the Pittsburgh Technical College mission.

Masters Degree in field

Four years’ full-time work experience in the criminal justice field. Three years post-secondary teaching experience including online or at least six years’ part time experience as an adjunct or industry training and development practitioner. Must have education and work experience to demonstrate competency to teach coursework in the following areas for Associate Degree level programs:
• Law Enforcement• Corrections• Public Security• Loss Prevention

Preferred qualifications:
Online teaching experience

Teaching Effectiveness

• Teach up to 5 class sections with 1 – 3 preparations per week.
• Perform effectively in the learning environment by being prepared, maintaining discipline, and engaging students in the learning process.
• Address student academic issues such as student attendance, student persistence, and/or tutoring needs.
• Work in conjunction with student advisors, team leaders, and academic chairs to resolve students’ nonacademic issues.
• Grade student assessments within a week (or 72 hours for online courses) and record attendance, grades, and information regarding student progress in the Student Information System (SIS).
• Use Blackboard to provide course/supplemental materials and communicate with students using course announcements, discussion boards, and/or collaborate sessions.
• Serve as a role model for the students by demonstrating an excellent work ethic, portraying professionalism, including dress; and providing motivation for industry success.
• Stay current on industry, market, research, and competitive trends.
• Participate in some form of approved professional development each year as discussed and agreed upon with your Academic Leader at a minimum of 8 hours per year utilizing the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning resources and/or outside resources.

• Deliver program curriculum by creating and following weekly lesson plans.
• Refresh courses by using new teaching strategies and/or revamping course materials.
• Work in conjunction with the Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator and Academic Chair on course revision, curriculum mapping, and outcomes assessment.
• Maintain current curriculum on departmental network drives in an organized manner.
• Document efforts to improve student learning based on assessment results and other institutional assessment reports.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass criminal background check prior to starting position

BENEFITS:
Health, Dental, Vision, 401K

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT:PTC is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds for all positions. PTC believes that the gathering and celebration of unique experiences, qualities, and cultures enriches the workplace. Our mission is to champion a community of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in a spirit of civility. To learn more about DEI’s mission, vision, and values, Visit the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion webpage DISABILITY ACCOMODATION STATEMENT:Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability to use our online system to apply for a position at PTC, please give us a call at 412-809-5100 or email hr@ptcollege.edu ACCOMODATION STATEMENT:Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), PTC does not discriminate against applicants, employees, or students with qualifying disabilities. PTC will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability. To request reasonable accommodation, please email hr@ptcollege.edu

WORK SCHEDULE:A hybrid work schedule will accommodate the on-campus teaching hours, committee work, and special projects, along with off-campus teaching hours, grading, and other work that is better done in a quiet and private environment. The fluctuation of on-campus and off-campus hours will be scheduled across the week and may include full or split days of on/off campus hours. The faculty will coordinate their on/off campus schedule with their academic leader at the beginning of each quarter. WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes desktop or laptop with Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work generally performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

Competitive salary

Faculty

Full Time

F042P

09/03/2021

Yes

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