Adjunct Faculty - Police & Safety

Midland University, a small, private four-year institution in Fremont, Nebraska, (just outside of metro Omaha) is seeking an adjunct faculty

member to teach Police & Society in-person on campus. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures, designing engaging classroom

activities, providing timely feedback on assignments, and responding to student inquiries within 24-hours, meeting with them individually as

needed. Courses are offered in 16-week terms. The Fall term begins in August. This course is currently scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2-3:20pm.

Qualifications:

• A master's degree in Criminal Justice or a closely-related discipline is

highly preferred (extensive policing experience can possibly substitute for an

advanced degree)

• A minimum of 3 years of professional work experience, teaching at the

college level or teaching/ training adults is preferred.

Familiarity with the Canvas LMS is preferred.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• A desire to use innovative instructional techniques
• A willingness to collaborate with peers
• A genuine interest in student development
• An ability to work with diverse student populations
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to foster a collegial work

environment that encourages change and innovation; and an ability to

interact effectively and work productively, cooperatively, and collaboratively

with a variety of individuals and groups

Compensation/Benefits:

• Wages paid on a per course basis commensurate with education, experience, and individual strengths
• An engaging, respectful and productive working environment