What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice position at Des Moines Area Community College?
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.
THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Position Details
Position Information
Job Title
Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice
Campus
Southridge Center/Des Moines
Job Number
25-ADJ92
Employment Date
Fall Semester 2025, 8/20/25-12/11/25
Job Category
Adjunct Faculty
Application & Position Contact Information
Samantha O’Hara at sjohara@dmacc.edu
Posting Detail Information
Salary Information
$1064 per Equivalent Credit Hour (ECH)
Job Summary
Temporary, part-time instructor for face to face courses at the Southridge center, 7:45 am -9:30am M-F starting Fall Semester 2025.
This part-time position teaches in DMACC’s Criminal Justice Career Academy. Faculty teach criminal justice core curriculum to high school students who earn DMACC college credit.
This position teaches in the morning, 1 hr. 45 min. block daily to high school students who travel to the DMACC Southridge Center, teaching three courses from the Criminal Justice program curriculum weekly:
CRJ 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CRJ 141 Criminal Investigation
CRJ 293 Report Writing
Applicants should describe their ability to teach CRJ 100 Intro to Criminal Justice, CRJ 141 Criminal Investigation, and CRJ 293 Report Writing.
This part-time position teaches in DMACC’s Criminal Justice Career Academy. Faculty teach criminal justice core curriculum to high school students who earn DMACC college credit.
This position teaches in the morning, 1 hr. 45 min. block daily to high school students who travel to the DMACC Southridge Center, teaching three courses from the Criminal Justice program curriculum weekly:
CRJ 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CRJ 141 Criminal Investigation
CRJ 293 Report Writing
Applicants should describe their ability to teach CRJ 100 Intro to Criminal Justice, CRJ 141 Criminal Investigation, and CRJ 293 Report Writing.
Essential Functions
Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi. Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students. Fosters a safe and civil learning environment. Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies. Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.
Required Qualifications
Master of Criminal Justice, Law degree, or master’s degree (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Administration, or Homeland Security) with at least 12 GSH in a combination of the qualifying fields that provide a foundation in the specific subject matter being taught.
Desired Qualifications
Teaching Experience. Ability to use and apply alternative instructional delivery systems to enhance learning. Experience in curriculum development and assessment. Experience teaching, working, or volunteering with high school students.
6,000 hours experience working within the criminal justice system of law enforcement, courts, or corrections, or closely allied occupations.
Work Schedule
Temporary, part-time instructor for face to face courses at the Southridge center, 7:45 am -9:30am M-F starting Fall Semester 2025.
Posting Date
04/08/2025
Deadline for Submitting Applications
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.
THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Quick Link for Postings
https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/12962
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment), and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you hold the required Master’s degree or any Master’s degree plus 12 graduate semester credits in required discipline as specified in the required qualifications?
(Open Ended Question)
- * How did you learn about this job opening?
- DMACC Employee Referral
- Friend/Relative
- really.com
- TeachIowa.gov
- HigherEdJobs
- CareerBuilder
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Inside Higher Ed
- Iowa Workforce Development
- DMACC Website
- DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email
- Other
- * Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
- Yes
- No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Transcripts
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- References
- Curriculum Vitae
- Media File
- Portfolio
- Transcript 2
- Transcript 3
- Other
