Instructor/Assistant Professor, Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Institute

Position SummaryAnne Arundel Community College (AACC), located near historic Annapolis, Maryland, has served a diverse community for over 60 years through high-quality, affordable, and accessible learning.We seek faculty committed to student success, continuous improvement, and inclusive excellence. The ideal candidate values collaboration, lifelong learning, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.AACC is a fully accredited, public two-year college offering degrees, certificates, and transfer pathways. This tenure-track position requires regular on-campus presence, with flexible teaching schedules available.Contract Dates: August 16, – June 15, Teaching Formats: Day, evening, weekend, in person,hybrid, and online Job Duties and Responsibilities FunctionAnne Arundel Community College (AACC) is committed to meeting community needs through excellence in teaching, learning, and public service. Guided by principles of equity, innovation, and student success, the College seeks a faculty member to support the Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Institute (HSCJI) in a dual teaching and coordination capacity.This position will serve as Police Academy Coordinator, Police Academy Commander, Forensics Lab Instructor, and faculty for Criminal Justice (CJS) courses. The role integrates teaching, program administration, laboratory oversight, and community engagement to prepare students for careers in public safety, law enforcement, and forensics.Duties and ResponsibilitiesFaculty work of 30 faculty load hours per academic year includes teaching (day and evening - including face-to-face, online or hybrid instruction and instruction at off-site locations, including local high schools and AACC satellite campuses at Arundel Mills and Glen Burnie), program coordination, institutional service, advising, and professional development. Six office hours per week during the fall and spring terms which may include student advising and mentoring. Specific responsibilities include:Police Academy Coordination● Serve as Coordinator of the Police Academy Program, a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC)–approved academy, and Commander of the Police Academy Recruits.● Ensure program compliance and accreditation in accordance with MPCTC regulations and AACC academic standards.● Manage academy curriculum, instructional materials, and training documentation to ensure program certification and readiness for state audits.● Support part-time faculty, review lesson plans, and conduct instructor evaluations to maintain instructional excellence.● Oversee recruit scheduling, course delivery, and program logistics in collaboration with law enforcement partners.● Manage MPCTC documentation, reporting, and inspection readiness.● Provide advising and mentorship to academy recruits and pre-service students.● Maintain agency partnerships with law enforcement and correctional entities, including Anne Arundel County Police Department, Annapolis Police Department, and MPCTC, among others.● Represent AACC at MPCTC meetings, public safety consortiums, and other external forums.Forensics Laboratory Instruction and Oversight● Instruct Forensics, Criminalistics, and laboratory-based Criminal Justice courses.● Oversee daily operations of the Forensics Laboratory, and instructional use, including equipment maintenance, calibration, safety protocols, and inventory management.● Maintain chain-of-custody procedures and enforce lab safety standards for students, adjuncts, and staff.● Provide training and support to faculty and staff using the laboratory.Teaching: Criminal Justice (CJS) ● Teach introductory through advanced CJS , including the Police Academy.● Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction across in-person, hybrid, and online formats.● Develop, review, and assess curriculum to ensure alignment with course outcomes, MPCTC requirements, and institutional learning goals.● Utilize experiential and scenario-based learning methods such as mock investigations, tabletop exercises, and community engagement projects.● Collaborate with HSCJI colleagues on interdisciplinary curriculum design and assessment that aligns with industry standards and workforce needs.● Serve as an academic advisor and mentor to students in Institute, and Police Academy programs.Institutional and Community Engagement● Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to enhance interdisciplinary learning and student success.● Participate in departmental and college-wide committees, meetings, and professional development activities.● Support program marketing, recruitment, and retention initiatives in coordination with the Institute Director.● Cultivate partnerships with public safety, homeland security, and forensic agencies to strengthen workforce pipelines and community engagement.● Contribute to institutional effectiveness through service, assessment, and continuous improvement effortsProfessional Development and Service● Engage in ongoing professional learning related to law enforcement, forensic science, and related pedagogy.● Maintain credentials and participate in industry trainings, MPCTC updates, and relevant conferences.● Contribute to institutional service through committee work, assessment, and collaboration within HSCJI and across divisions. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, or a closely related field.● Minimum of five years of professional experience in law enforcement, public safety, , or forensic science.● Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory safety, evidence handling, and forensic practices● Demonstrated instructional, training, or curriculum development experience in criminal justice, forensics, or closely related disciplines.● Comprehensive understanding of Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC) standards, reporting, and compliance requirements.● Knowledge of forensic laboratory safety, evidence handling, and chain-of-custody protocols.● Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.● Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, community partners, and public safety agencies.● Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success within teaching and service