Part - Time Instructor, Criminal Justice - FY 2026
The College of Southern Nevada appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:
ā¢ Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
ā¢ Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
ā¢ Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
If you are unable to attach the required documents to your online application or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team within Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (702) 651-5800 to be directed to the appropriate Recruiter.
Job Description
Responsibilities of a Part-Time Criminal Justice Instructor Include but Are Not Limited to
ā¢ This position's primary responsibility is teaching live classes, both day and evening, at any of the three main CSN campuses.
ā¢ Lecture for a variety of criminal justice courses.
ā¢ Course assignments may be multi-campus with the possibility of day or evening classes.
ā¢ Develop lesson plans, syllabi, and course materials in conjunction with Department Chair.
ā¢ Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes.
ā¢ Provide an excellent teaching experience as well as student advisement, recruitment activities and program/curriculum development.
Minimum Qualifications
ā¢ An earned Master's Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related discipline from a regionally accredited college or university.
ā¢ A JD will be considered with appropriate experience in criminal justice.
ā¢ At least 5 years of experience working directly for a criminal justice agency.
Preferred Qualifications
ā¢ Experience teaching college criminal justice or related courses.
ā¢ Experience with CANVAS or other online learning management systems.
ā¢ Flexibility of schedule to teach live classes at any of the three main campuses during the morning, afternoon, or evening.
Starting Salary
$925 per lecture credit hour
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
48.8%
Required Attachment(s)
To be considered for this position, candidates must attach the following documents:
ā¢ Resume/CV
ā¢ Cover Letter
ā¢ Transcripts
NSHE - INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE
CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process and apply as an external candidate, your application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date.
For more details on this position, please visit our website: My Career at CSN.
CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.
Posting Close Date
06/30/2026
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.
This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.
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ā¢ Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
ā¢ Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
ā¢ Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
If you are unable to attach the required documents to your online application or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team within Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (702) 651-5800 to be directed to the appropriate Recruiter.
Job Description
Responsibilities of a Part-Time Criminal Justice Instructor Include but Are Not Limited to
ā¢ This position's primary responsibility is teaching live classes, both day and evening, at any of the three main CSN campuses.
ā¢ Lecture for a variety of criminal justice courses.
ā¢ Course assignments may be multi-campus with the possibility of day or evening classes.
ā¢ Develop lesson plans, syllabi, and course materials in conjunction with Department Chair.
ā¢ Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes.
ā¢ Provide an excellent teaching experience as well as student advisement, recruitment activities and program/curriculum development.
Minimum Qualifications
ā¢ An earned Master's Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related discipline from a regionally accredited college or university.
ā¢ A JD will be considered with appropriate experience in criminal justice.
ā¢ At least 5 years of experience working directly for a criminal justice agency.
Preferred Qualifications
ā¢ Experience teaching college criminal justice or related courses.
ā¢ Experience with CANVAS or other online learning management systems.
ā¢ Flexibility of schedule to teach live classes at any of the three main campuses during the morning, afternoon, or evening.
Starting Salary
$925 per lecture credit hour
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
48.8%
Required Attachment(s)
To be considered for this position, candidates must attach the following documents:
ā¢ Resume/CV
ā¢ Cover Letter
ā¢ Transcripts
NSHE - INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE
CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process and apply as an external candidate, your application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date.
For more details on this position, please visit our website: My Career at CSN.
CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.
Posting Close Date
06/30/2026
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.
This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.
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