Salary: $52,744.00 AnnuallyLocation : 2600 South First Street Temple, TXJob Type: Full-Time (Faculty)Job Number: 00338Division: Business and Career ProfessionsDepartment: Criminal JusticeOpening Date: 08/05/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: ExemptSalary Grade: FacultyWork Schedule: Schedule to be determined by the Dean of Business and Career Professions in accordance with the Faculty Load Policy. This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.Position Summary & Essential Duties The following duties and responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time. SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of the Dean of Business and Career Professions, the incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of the program, including the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development and general effectiveness of the Criminal Justice program as well as teach criminal justice classes. Evidence and demonstration of proficiency in instructional methodology, curriculum design, and program planning are required. Qualifications (Required and Preferred) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Master's Degree in criminal justice or Master's Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in criminal justice. PREFERRED: Two (2) years of supervision experience. Prior higher education teaching experience. CERTIFICATION OR LICENSES: None Job Duties and Responsibilities The incumbent will:
- Incorporate best practices.
- Evidence timely completion of administrative aspects of instructional responsibilities.
- Monitor and support student recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts within departmental programs.
- Develop a departmental budget and manage financial and equipment resources.
- Ensure program rigor and academic standards.
- Develop, track, and report annual core curriculum objectives data.
- Develop and expand collaborative relationships with appropriate partners to increase opportunities for faculty professional development, student experiences and employment opportunities, and equipment donations/use.
- Develop clear and innovative syllabi and course material.
- Integrate a diverse set of perspectives and ideas into course curriculum.
- Develop, evaluate, and report annual departmental goals.
- Create course schedules in accordance with established pathways and collaborative scheduling across the college.
- Lead and participate in criminal justice program recruitment activities.
- Advocate for departmental needs with college administration.
- Utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.
- Demonstrate innovative thinking to problem solve within the classroom, the department, and the institution.
- Demonstrate respect and professionalism with supervisors, colleagues, and students.
- Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships.
- Hire, evaluate, guide, and mentor departmental faculty.
- Encourage and mentor faculty to engage students.
- Foster collegiality within the department.
- Facilitate and lead in evaluation, recommendation, development, and/or revision of department instruction/curriculum.
- Contribute to growth of the college by active involvement on task forces or committees.
- Demonstrate participation in activities that contribute to the growth of the community.
- Attend conferences, workshops, or programs to enhance professional growth.
- Participate in academic/professional organizations.
- Evidence a willingness to incorporate new concepts and theories to enhance professional growth.
- Maintain accessibility to students for advisement and consultation.
- Perform job-related duties as assigned.
SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION:
- Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
- Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
- Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
- Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
- Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
- Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
- As a Temple College Employee, actively engage in the Temple College mission of creating a culture of caring by providing excellent customer service to all internal and external customers and embracing the core values of Temple College: Excellence, Integrity, Community, and Respect.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
- Knowledge of teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
- Knowledge of pedagogical practices relevant to discipline.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, institutional policies and procedures, and departmental strategies.
SKILLS:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Effective presentation skills.
- Strong teamwork skills.
ABILITIES:
- Ability to provide effective teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
- Ability to engage students in the learning process.
- Ability to enable positive student learning outcomes
- Ability to work with a diverse population.
- Ability to work well with colleagues across the division and college
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Primarily light physical activity is required with occasional lifting and manipulation of objects up to 25 pounds. Keyboarding and computer use. Use of Audio/Visual equipment or equipment in an instructional setting. WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is normally performed in an interior/office work environment. Travel to offsite centers may be required.WORK SCHEDULE:Schedule to be determined by the Dean of Business and Career Professions in accordance with the Faculty Load Policy. This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours. HOURS REQUIRED PER WEEK: As determined by the Dean of Business and Career ProfessionsTRS/ORP: TRS or ORP SUPERVISORY DUTIES: Criminal Justice Faculty and Staff REPORTS TO:Dean of Business and Career ProfessionsTEMPLE COLLEGE BENEFITSTo enhance the employment opportunity you may be seeking, Temple College offers a competitive array of benefit options to select from, some of which are fully paid for by the college. Listed below is a summary of benefits currently offered for full-time employees. Part-time employees are eligible for specific benefits on a pro-rated basis. MEDICAL AND OPTIONAL INSURANCE COVERAGE BENEFIT OPTIONS The Medical and optional insurance coverage benefit options listed below are offered through Temple College by the Employees Retirement System (ERS) of Texas. Please visit ERS at for further information.
- MEDICAL: Eligible full-time employees can choose from the following medical programs which begin the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment:
- HealthSelect of Texas Blue Cross Blue Shield (PPO)
- Consumer Directed HealthSelect Blue Cross Blue Shield (HSA)
Medical plans include prescription coverage. Employee medical coverage monthly premiums are fully paid for by the college and the college pays for one-half (1/2) of the cost of dependent care coverage monthly premiums.
Dental (PPO and HMO), Vision, Optional Term Life Insurance, Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Dependent Term Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Texa$aver (457 plan), TexFlex-Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement.Optional benefits are employee paid but are offered at very competitive rates.ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS
Regular, full-time twelve (12) month faculty and staff accrue Annual Leave as follows:
- Years of Service: 0 through 5
- Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) = 8
- Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) = 96
Years of Service: 6 through 10 - Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =10
- Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =120
Years of Service: 10 plus years - Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =12
- Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =144
Annual leave may be accrued up to a limit of 240 hours with special provisions allowing for annual accruals above that limit. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months do not accrue Annual Leave but are provided with 20 hours of personal time per fiscal year.
Faculty and Administrative Staff: Accruals of 8 hours per month. Sick Leave may be accrued up to a limit of 1040 total hours. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months will receive accruals during the summer semester if they instruct during that time.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- HOLIDAYS:Recognized college holidays, in addition to Annual and Sick leave accruals, include Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Day, Spring Break, Good Friday, Memorial Day and Independence Day.
- PAYROLL: Employees are paid by direct deposit through the last working day of the month. Actual deposits are paid on the last working business day of the month. All benefit deductions are taken at that time.
- RETIREMENT: Temple College is one of the few community colleges in the state of Texas to be permitted Federal Social Security deductions. Temple College is a Section 218 employer.
All regular employees are mandated by the Texas State Legislature to enroll in either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) however, ORP participation is based upon position. All faculty members are eligible to participate in either TRS or ORP. A list of ORP providers is available.Please visit TRS at for further information.
- Contribution:
- Member: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 8.0% of annual salary
- Employer: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 7.75% of member's annual salary
Contribution: - Member: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.65 % of annual salary
- Employer: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.6% of annual salary
Tax Sheltered Annuities (TSAs) also known as Tax Deferred Annuities (TDAs) are available to all employees who are eligible to participate in the TRS/ORP retirement program and who wish to participate in this program. This participation is voluntary and contributions are made from the employee's salary. A list of providers is available.
- MISCELLANEOUS LEAVE: Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), Jury Duty, Bereavement, Deteriorating weather, and Military training.
- WORKERS COMPENSATION: If an employee is injured on the job, Temple College, through its Worker Compensation Program, pays all authorized hospital, nursing, and physician's fees. Additional benefits may be available.
- HOURS OF OPERATION:
- Regular Schedule:
- Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Summer Schedule:
- Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.