Adjunct Faculty, IN-PERSON (SCTY 400 – Aviation Security, Pax River, MD College of Arts and Science)

About the role

Join the Aviation and Aerospace vanguard! Step into a dynamic role with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where innovation meets opportunity. Be part of a leading institution that’s at the forefront of aviation, aerospace, and STEM education. We offer an exciting environment, cutting-edge projects, and the chance to influence tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Investigation into specific facets of security in aviation.
• Physical and procedural controls, regulations of the Department of Homeland Security, the Transportation Security Administration, the Federal Aviation Administration and ICAO, as well as international treaties.
• Current threats, counter terrorism measures, new technologies in the field and the importance of the aviation industry, both passenger and cargo, to the global economy.

Requirements

• Doctor’s or Master’s degree in teaching discipline, or a Masters degree with a concentration in teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline).
• Appropriate Certification: Any professional certification related to security or aviation security such as the ASIS Certified Project Professional, ASIS Professional Certified Investigator, ASIS Physical Security Professional, ACFE Certified Fraud Examiner, IFCPP, Certified Institutional Protection Manager, AAAE Certified Member, AAAE Accredited Airport Executive, AAAE Airport Certified Employee in Security, AAAE/TSA Airport Security Coordinator.
• Desired Professional Training or Experience: Relevant experience and training in aviation/aerospace security, intelligence, homeland security, law enforcement or legal environment. Experience would include positions as intelligence officer, police officer, police chief, security officer, security director/chief, special agent, special ageing in charge, airport security coordinator or airline/airport security manager. Also, airport executive or manager.

Qualifications

• Doctor’s or Master’s degree in teaching discipline, or a Masters degree with a concentration in teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline).
• Appropriate Certification: Any professional certification related to security or aviation security such as the ASIS Certified Project Professional, ASIS Professional Certified Investigator, ASIS Physical Security Professional, ACFE Certified Fraud Examiner, IFCPP, Certified Institutional Protection Manager, AAAE Certified Member, AAAE Accredited Airport Executive, AAAE Airport Certified Employee in Security, AAAE/TSA Airport Security Coordinator.

Skills

• Relevant experience and training in aviation/aerospace security, intelligence, homeland security, law enforcement or legal environment.
• Experience as intelligence officer, police officer, police chief, security officer, security director/chief, special agent, special ageing in charge, airport security coordinator or airline/airport security manager.
• Experience as airport executive or manager.

Benefits

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth. This includes:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Flexible work arrangements to accommodate your needs.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plans with employer contributions.
• Employee assistance programs for personal and professional support.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $50,000 - $70,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is flexible and can vary based on course availability and student enrollment. Typically, adjunct faculty members are expected to teach one or two courses per term.