Department: UHD Law Enforcement Academy

Salary: $50 per hour

Description:

Job Summary

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
• License/Certification: TCOLE Instructor Certification is required
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten (10) 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 50 lbs.
• 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.

Position Specific Competencies

• Commitment to Excellence - UHD.
• Demonstrates a commitment to competently perform his/her job duties and responsibilities within established time frames. 
• Continuously strives to improve work performance.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her commitments to the university.
• Contributes to the success of the university by consistently providing quality results in the performance of his/her job duties and responsibilities.

Dependability

• Takes responsibility to accomplish job assignments within reasonable deadlines.
• Willing to accept new projects and/or commitments.
• Does due diligence to complete projects within specified timeframes and/or fulfill commitments.
• Arrives to work on time prepared and ready to contribute.

Flexibility

• Willingly adjusts to changing work assignments or conditions.
• Open to changes in operational procedures, technology, and/or organizational structure.
• Views changes as opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Displays a positive attitude to encourage others.
• Promptly responds to changes in work priorities and/or unexpected circumstances or situations.

Instruction/Training

• Demonstrates the ability to orally convey a subject or message clearly and concisely to the intended audience.
• Generates interest and enthusiasm in the subject or message from the participants.
• Responds to participants' reactions or comments, and adjusts delivery style and/or format of presentation as needed.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of the subject or topic to provide practical responses to questions or issues.
• Displays applicable visuals and provides appropriate written materials to support the presentation.

Integrity

• Demonstrates high ethical standards of conduct in the performance of his/her job duties and responsibilities.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her actions.
• Respects and complies with department and university policies, procedures, and work rules.

Proficiency

• Possesses required job skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrates the ability to apply those skills and knowledge to competently perform his/her job duties and assignments.

Respect and Cooperation

• Treats others with courtesy, respect, and dignity in the workplace.
• Promotes cooperation through open and honest communications and consideration of others ideas, thoughts, and opinions.

Student Advising/Assistance

• Demonstrates the ability to advise and assist university students and/or prospective students with academic plans and course selection, financial options, career plans, and/or student opportunities.
• Shares relevant knowledge and insight to apprise students of the university's programs and services.
• Provides encouragement and guidance to foster student success.
• Listens and responds to student requests and concerns with patience and understanding.
• Treats students with respect.

Supervision

• Supervises the work of staff employees.
• Sets clear goals and expectations within reasonable timeframes.
• Motivates staff through constructive feedback, challenging assignments, and recognition of achievements.
• Provides mentorship and guidance by sharing expertise and best practices.
• Supports staff by providing essential resources, professional development opportunities, and open communication.
• Promptly addresses performance issues with appropriate measures and discretion.

Student Success Indirect Support

• Contributes to student success by assisting students with anything that supports their student experience, whether directly or indirectly.
• Helps students navigate their way through the different offices, programs, and services at the university and/or connects students with the appropriate party(ies).
• Connects students with services or resources that can help them with career exploration, goal selection, and ongoing academic assistance.
• Helps students build peer support networks.
• Encourages student participation in out-of-class activities.
• Provides encouragement and guidance to foster student success.
• Treats students with respect.
• Maintains the learning environment to ensure quality and/or sound pedagogy.