Administration of Justice Faculty

Salary Range

$51,744 - $99,672 /annually, DOE

Work Calendar

9 Months

Maricopa Summary

Are you looking for a place to work where you can make a real difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every year? Would you like to be part of an organization that adds $7.2 billion dollars to the economy and supports nearly 100,000 jobs in the fastest growing county in the United States? Whether you’re teaching, working, or learning Make It Happen At Maricopa County Community Colleges!

About Us

What's Currently Happening at Maricopa

• Many of our campuses have received grant awards through the National Science Foundation to improve undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving institutions program (HSI Program).
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and employee groups to create an environment of shared governance
• One of the largest community college systems in the country
• 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program recipient
• Named 19th Best Employer for Women by Forbes
• 2019 No. 42 in Arizona’s Best Employers

Benefits

The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy and productive lives. Our benefits are designed to provide support for every life stage and lifestyle in our community.

Benefits & Perks Options:

• 16 paid observed holidays
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) & 12% Employee Contribution Match (Pension, Long Term Disability, and Health Insurance)
• Paid, sick, and personal time (if applicable)
  Maricopa Employee Store: Perks & Gears (exclusive discounts and offers for Maricopa Community Colleges faculty and staff)
• Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Flexible work schedules
• Maricopa Employee Health & Wellness Program:

• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Diabetes Empowerment Education Program
• Mobile On-site Mammography Screenings
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wondr online program
• Pre-Retirement Event

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (may forgive the remaining balance on a federal student loan made directly by the U.S. Department of Education after qualifying).
• 10+ Maricopa Affinity Resource Employee Groups (Celebrates diversity, embraces inclusion, and supports employees, students, and community!)

Job Summary

This position starts on August 15, 2025.

Looking for talented faculty who want to create an impactful learning experience for our students! GCC is interested in those who embrace our mission to serve and have a passion to guide our students into a future of change and innovation.

Faculty member will instruct a diverse population of Administration of Justice Studies (AJS) and Law Enforcement Training Academy (LETA) students. This role involves teaching, offering career and academic guidance, oversees, and assessing students from various backgrounds, using traditional, hybrid, and online methods, following Maricopa (MCCCD) and Glendale Community College (GCC) policies. The role may also be involved in dual enrollment and the coordination of the Law Enforcement Training Academy (LETA) including requirements for AzPOST and HLC accreditation of the LETA program. Develop and enhance knowledge of subject matter taught and individual training skills required to remain current with new trends and developments in the field; maintain office hours to assist and advise students; participate actively in department and college functions.

Essential Functions

• Oversee and instruct students and/or police recruits from diverse backgrounds in classroom, lab, and/or online settings, using a variety of presentation techniques, in Administration of Justice and Law Enforcement Training programs.
• Evaluate knowledge of subject matter taught and monitor students’ scholastic records; prepare and grade exams
• Assist and respond to problems/requests from students during in-person office hours, virtual office hours and electronic communication
• Serve as a liaison to various criminal justice agencies, public safety, law enforcement, and Arizona Peace Officer Training and Standards certification officials.
• Research, develop, and implement AJS and LETA courses.
• Participate in continuous assessment, evaluation and improvement of teaching and learning.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Five years of occupational experience in the field to be taught OR
• Three years of occupational experience in the field and a Bachelor’s degree or higher OR
• A Master’s degree or higher in the teaching field OR
• A Master’s degree or higher in any field with 18 graduate credits in the teaching field OR
• A Master’s degree or higher in any field with 24 upper division and/or graduate credits in the teaching field

Desired Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of occupational experience in the field of Administration of Justice or related field
• Master’s Degree or higher in Administration of Justice or related field
• Experience teaching higher education courses in Administration of Justice or related areas

Special Working Conditions

• Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving
• Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate’s own expense
• Will be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations
• May require numerous evenings or weekends
• May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen
• May be required to lift or carry up to #25 lbs

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts, resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Posting Close Date

Apply on or before Monday, January 27, 2025 to be considered.