Position Description
POSITION TITLE: Assistant/Associate Professor, Public Safety Administration
DEPARTMENT:
SALARY SCHEDULE: Instructional 12 Month GRADE: N/A
BASIC FUNCTION:
A faculty
member at SPC has the primary function of instruction. Secondary functions
include assisting the college in developing and maintaining a quality program
of instruction, providing service to the College and continuing professional
development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaches undergraduate upper
division level courses within the
Inspires students and supports
their development as future professionals
Fosters student motivation,
learning and achievement through adult learning principles
Designs, analyzes and improves
the public safety curriculum
Demonstrates both the art and
science of teaching
Maintains appropriate
professional liaisons with local, state and national governmental and
professional agencies
Develops on-line and improves
on-line courses
Assesses
Possesses thorough
understanding of state and national accreditation standards and
appropriate assessment strategies
Facilitates active programs of
professional development
Promotes academic excellence
and scholarships
Serves on various college
committees
Advises students in the
Works flexible hours that may
include evenings, weekends and multiple campuses
Mentor new adjunct and full-time
faculty
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Masters
degree required, Doctorate preferred. Degrees in Public Safety Administration
or related fields with 18 graduate hours
in Criminology or Criminal Justice or Emergency Management or Fire Science
preferred ; a distinguished record of excellence in teaching and service.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Experience in college/university teaching, curriculum development and
student advising.
Practical work experience in the field of public safety administration.
KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS
REQUIREMENTS:
Demonstrated knowledge of operations, management and administration of
public safety organizations. A clear understanding of best practices
in teaching Public Administration/Public Safety Administration. Demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff and community
constituents throughout the public safety community. Strong written and oral
communication skills; computer skills.