Law Enforcement Instructor (Technical College Faculty)

This position involves teaching courses related to the Peace Officer Program, leading the skills components of the PPOE program at Hibbing during the academic year, and overseeing the summer skills program. Duties include coordination with the Minnesota State University Mankato (MSUM) Criminal Justice program for the spring semester skills program at MSUM. Responsibilities will include organizing a wide variety of training components to meet MN POST standards, providing oversight and direction for numerous law enforcement skills instructors, care and upkeep of training equipment, documentation of student performance, pre- and post- reporting to MN POST, and student instruction.

Work Location: Minnesota North College – Hibbing Campus

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Includes low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, sick leave, paid personal days. Learn more at: https://mn.gov/mmb/segip/

About the Position

Minnesota North College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Peace Officer Instructor to lead the Minnesota Police Officer Standards and Training (MN POST) certified degree programming in Hibbing, MN. This unlimited, full-time position will be responsible for the instruction of the law enforcement courses and certified skills training required for MN POST licensure.

Minnesota North College is committed to producing law enforcement graduates who are culturally competent and able to equitably respond to all individuals they are charged to serve and protect. Minnesota North recognizes its essential role in advancing meaningful reforms in law enforcement and is actively working to develop programs that prepare graduates for this important work developing graduates who are not only skilled in technical law enforcement duties but also equipped to engage in positive and effective community policing.

This position plays a critical role in preparing future law enforcement officers for careers with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. The successful candidate will be instrumental in coordinating and leading the skills-based training component of the MN POST Board certified Professional Peace Officer Education (PPOE) program to ensure a seamless and effective educational experience for all students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruct peace officer program courses including skills courses adhering to the standards set by the MN POST Board.
• Collaborate with MSU Mankato’s Criminal Justice Program for delivering the Minnesota North College’s Peace Officer Skills Certificate Program on location at MSUM and ensure proper integration of curriculum between academic and skills components.
• Training Management: Organize and facilitate a range of law enforcement training exercises that meet MN POST requirements, including defensive tactics, firearms training, emergency vehicle operation, and other core law enforcement competencies.
• Manage, maintain, and oversee the upkeep of training equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards and functional effectiveness.
• Document student performance, conduct assessments, and support pre- and post-training reporting in compliance with MN POST regulations.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to students throughout the program, supporting their professional development as future peace officers.
• Participate in ongoing law enforcement education reform, curriculum development, student recruitment activities, and other program-related tasks as required.

Salary Range:

$52,842 - $69,808/annually

This salary range is for initial placement only. If currently teaching within Minnesota State, current salary will remain the same.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement
Associate's degree with a major in law enforcement or criminal justice.

Occupational Experience Requirement
Four full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in law enforcement, a maximum of two years of this experience may be in corrections.

Recency Requirement
One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) post-secondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Professional Requirement
POST (Peace Officers Standards and Training Board of Minnesota) eligible, or a Federal licensed agent with the powers of arrest, the completion of a basic course recognized by a state council, state commission, state board, or state agency which leads to licensing or basic certification as a law enforcement officer, including but not limited to the basic Drug Enforcement Administration's Agent school, the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Basic Agent school or the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's uniform patrol course or basic investigators course.

Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement
All new faculty must complete the teaching and learning requirement during their probation period. See requirements here: https://www.minnstate.edu/system/asa/academicaffairs/cfc/fields/500062.html

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in law enforcement or criminal justice.
• Teaching experience with a diverse learner population.
• A commitment to cultural diversity, inclusive teaching, and student success.

Other Requirements

Cover letter
A current resume
A list of three professional references with contact information
Unofficial copies of academic transcripts and licenses (official will be required at time of hire)

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday: hours vary based on assignments.

Telework (Yes/No)
No