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Law Enforcement Academy Adjunct Instructor

university of houstondowntownHouston, TX

yesterday

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Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, PostsecondaryPostsecondary Teachers, All OtherCareer/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary

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UHD Law Enforcement Academy Adjunct Instructor The UHD Law Enforcement Academy Adjunct Instructor presents/instructs Texas Commission Law Enforcement (TCOLE) basic police academy and in-service training courses/topics/curriculum as needed.
Duties:
  • Presents Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) basic peace officer academy learning objectives and course curriculum
  • Plans and uses a variety of teaching methods (lectures, role-play scenarios, hands-on, class engagement, etc.) to assist cadets in meeting course objectives
  • Accepts and instructs classes with varied schedules that can include days, evenings, nights, and weekends with various times of the day that can include morning, afternoon, and evenings
  • Maintains the rules and regulations of the Academy dictated by the Student Handbook
  • Coordinates with Academy staff on all observed cadet performance and conduct issues to maintain discipline in the academy per cadet Handbook rules and regulations
  • Can assist with the monitoring of academy exam testing with the Academy Training Coordinator's approval
  • Marginal Duties
  • Performs all other duties as assigned
  • Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports: None
Delegation of Work: None Supervision Given: None Qualifications Required Education High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of related job experience Documented training or experience to be able to certify as individual as a Subject Matter Expert in a required area of training – certification as an SME is determined by the academy Training Coordinator only per TCOLE
License/Certification: TCOLE Instructor Certification is required
Preferred Qualifications: Ten (2) years experience as a full-time peace officer is preferred One (1) years experience teaching in a law enforcement academy or college/university criminal justice program is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge: Knowledge of all processes, procedures, and protocols in the Basic Police Officer Program, and of related trends, issues, and accepted practices
Skills:
  • Good technical skills, including proficiency in a variety of computer and software programs and applications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good organizational and planning skills
Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse university community Ability to train, inspire, and motivate cadets in a learning-centered environment Work Location and Physical Demands Primary Work Location: Works in an office environment (2 - 4 hours), classroom, training room, or auditorium (2 - 4 hours)
Physical Demands: Working environment will be a combination of inside and outside, in wet and dry conditions, and will include areas that are considered dangerous or hazardous, including a firing range Requires maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods of time, as well as for bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, jumping and climbing; adequate speech, hearing, visual acuity, and ability to distinguish color is required; may be required to carry, push, pull, drag, or hold medium to heavy weight objects of up to 50lbs The use of fingers, both hands, both arms, and both legs is required May be required to take offensive and/or defensive action during physical confrontations Must have the ability to balance firearms All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

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Experience level

Mid

Location

Houston, TX

Occupation

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Industry

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

Posted

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