Job Description

Position Information
Announcement Number FAC - VA - 25088
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Charlynn Malcom
charlynn.malcom@montana.edu
Classification Title
Working Title Law Enforcement Academy, Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Gallatin College (Applicant Pool)
Brief Position Overview
Gallatin College is seeking a non-tenure track instructor to teach at the Law Enforcement Academy as a Lead Instructor or co-instructor. All curriculum has been developed and will be given to instructors at time of hire.
Faculty Tenure Track No
Faculty Rank Instructor
Position Number 4A6485
Department Gallatin College
Division Gallatin College
Appointment Type Faculty
Contract Term Academic Year
Semester
If other, specify From date
If other, specify End date
Union Affiliation Contact HR for Determination
FTE 1-17 credits/semester
Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651)
Salary $1,300/credit
Contract Type LOA
If other, please specify
Recruitment Type Open
Position Details
General Statement
Gallatin College seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions.
The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool.
Gallatin College seeks course instructors (course instructors will be responsible for identifying and securing co-instructors) to teach in the following areas:

• Driving and Patrol Functions
• Firearms
• Interview and Interrogation
• Defensive Tactics
• Law Enforcement Scenarios
• Tactical Medicine
• Crime Scene Investigation/Evidence Processing
• Criminal, Juvenile, and Tribal Law
• Ethics
• Investigations
• Other Law Enforcement Training Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand industry standards and best practices as well as college rules and regulations.
• Communicate well with all types of learners at different levels of expertise.
• Recognize safety hazards and unsafe operation of tools or equipment and be able to instruct students in proper use.
• Maintain and inventory any applicable equipment utilized in the classroom or lab settings; Inventory consumables and prepare reorder lists for restocking.
• Maintain an organized and clean learning environment.
• Provide and/or locate emergency medical assistance when needed.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Be at least 21 years old
• Two years of experience in training, teaching, or a related field.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted.
• Have general knowledge of the theories and practices of law enforcement, public safety, and the criminal justice system.
• Have an understanding of theories and practices related to adult learning.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Prior teaching experience
• Possess a bachelor's degree or associate degree from an accredited college/university
• Subject Matter Expert in Topics of Instruction
• Documented Experience with a Professional Law Enforcement Agency
• Ability to pass a background investigation
• Proficient in Spanish

The Successful Candidate Will

• Work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals.
• Possess effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Gallatin College Montana State University.
• Have an appreciation of diverse constituencies and add intellectual diversity to the department. A general knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Power Point programs is required.
• The ability to work extended hours as needed to accomplish training objectives.
• Be self-motivated to complete scheduled tasks with limited supervision

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
Faculty - Gallatin College - Any position more than .5 FTE MAY BE eligible for benefits as outlined in the policies of the Montana Two-Year College Faculty Association (MTYCFA), Montana State University, the Montana University System or the AFMSU Non-Tenure Track Collective Bargaining Agreements.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The Program
The Department
The College
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies Multiple
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.
Special Instructions
Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.
Appointments may be on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department or program. Salary is dependent on the number of courses taught and duration.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
FLSA Details
FLSA Determination
FLSA Status Exempt
Applicant Documents
Required Documents * Cover Letter

• Resume OR Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Skills Required