Instructor, Law Enforcement Academy

Essential Functions

Provides lesson plans, objectives and identified outcomes for the learning modules tied to OPOTA Basic Police Training Curriculum
Teaches, instructs, and coaches students in basic police training, related topics, and skills
Monitors students’ performance to make suggestions/corrections for improvement and to ensure that students satisfy course standards, training requirements, and OPOTC state licensing standards
Works individually and with other instructors to review and evaluate individual students and their progress
Maintains accurate and complete student records as required

Required Qualifications

• OPOTA Basic Peace Officer (POLICE) Instructor certification (unless otherwise approved by OPOTA)
• Certification must list all course curriculum in subject areas which the instructor is certified to instruct
• Instructor Certification (unless otherwise approved by OPOTA)
• Minimum of five years Law Enforcement experience
• Unless an “OPOTA Special Subject Instructor”, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
• Possess advanced communication (verbal, written, and interpersonal), interpersonal and organizational skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in Word Processing and PowerPoint Presentation software, as well as Internet and Email basic skills
• Ability to effectively present, teach, and coach basic police training curriculum at the basic police academy level
• Ability to navigate and function in an adult learning environment
• Possess curriculum subject area knowledge/personal experience either through years of service, specialized training, or educational opportunities
• Possess the physical ability to instruct and function in the required subject matter being taught
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of the community

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a license in a relevant field or recognized competency with at least three years of full-time experience and training in the subject area
• An Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

The work is performed in a normal, professional classroom environment, with some work being completed outdoors. The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc. Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite.

Set Rate of Pay

$25.00/hour

Pooled Position

If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1

Recruitment and Selection Procedure

During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments.

Affirmative Action Statement

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.