Law Enforcement Academy, Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Gallatin College (Applicant Pool)

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26120

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Charlynn Malcom

charlynn.malcom@montana.edu

Classification Title

Working Title Law Enforcement Academy, Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Gallatin College (Applicant Pool)

Brief Position Overview

Gallatin College is seeking a non-tenure track instructor to teach at the Law Enforcement Academy as a Lead Instructor or co-instructor. All curriculum has been developed and will be given to instructors at time of hire.

Faculty Tenure Track No

Faculty Rank Instructor

Position Number 4A6485

Department Gallatin College

Division Gallatin College

Appointment Type Faculty

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester

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Union Affiliation Contact HR for Determination

FTE 1-17 credits/semester

Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651)

Salary $1,300/credit

Contract Type LOA

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Gallatin College seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions.

The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool.

Gallatin College seeks course instructors (course instructors will be responsible for identifying and securing co-instructors) to teach in the following areas:

• Driving and Patrol Functions

• Firearms

• Interview and Interrogation

• Defensive Tactics

• Law Enforcement Scenarios

• Tactical Medicine

• Crime Scene Investigation/Evidence Processing

• Criminal, Juvenile, and Tribal Law

• Ethics

• Investigations

• Other Law Enforcement Training Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand industry standards and best practices as well as college rules and regulations.

• Communicate well with all types of learners at different levels of expertise.

• Recognize safety hazards and unsafe operation of tools or equipment and be able to instruct students in proper use.

• Maintain and inventory any applicable equipment utilized in the classroom or lab settings; Inventory consumables and prepare reorder lists for restocking.

• Maintain an organized and clean learning environment.

• Provide and/or locate emergency medical assistance when needed.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Be at least 21 years old

• Two years of experience in training, teaching, or a related field.

• Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted.

• Have general knowledge of the theories and practices of law enforcement, public safety, and the criminal justice system.

• Have an understanding of theories and practices related to adult learning.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Prior teaching experience

• Possess a bachelor's degree or associate degree from an accredited college/university

• Subject Matter Expert in Topics of Instruction

• Documented Experience with a Professional Law Enforcement Agency

• Ability to pass a background investigation

• Proficient in Spanish

The Successful Candidate Will

• Work professionally and effectively with individuals of various backgrounds.

• Possess effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Gallatin College Montana State University.

• Have an appreciation of broad constituencies and add intellectual enrichment to the department. A general knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Power Point programs is required.

• The ability to work extended hours as needed to accomplish training objectives.

• Be self-motivated to complete scheduled tasks with limited supervision

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

Faculty – Gallatin College – Any position more than .5 FTE MAY BE eligible for benefits as outlined in the policies of the Montana Two-Year College Faculty Association ( MTYCFA ), Montana State University, the Montana University System or the AFMSU Non-Tenure Track Collective Bargaining Agreements.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The Program

The Department

The College

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies Multiple

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

Special Instructions

Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

Appointments may be on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department or program. Salary is dependent on the number of courses taught and duration.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

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