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Monroe Community College

Faculty, Full Time Tenure Track, Law & Criminal Justice Monroe Community Colleg

Monroe Community College, Rochester, New York, United States

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Faculty, Full Time Tenure Track, Law & Criminal Justice Monroe Community College, Rochester, NY

Position Title: Faculty, Full Time Tenure Track, Law & Criminal Justice – Monroe Community College

Posted on: Thu Jan 1 2026

Function of Position: Tenure‑track faculty teach classes, develop new educational materials, assist with curriculum review and assessment, perform professional duties, and participate in departmental and institutional functions, including department meetings and committee work. Tenure‑track faculty report to the chairperson of the Law and Criminal Justice Department and may be involved in the Paralegal Studies Program. Academic departments are led by a peer who serves as a department chair for a three‑year term. All tenure‑track faculty are in the pool from which the chair is appointed. Faculty are responsible for preparing and teaching courses in the department and will be assigned to the Brighton and/or Downtown Campus. Tenure‑track faculty may be expected to teach at another campus, extension site, or in an online, remote, and/or hybrid modality. The successful candidate will bring a passion for teaching and a desire to support and mentor MCC students as they pursue educational and career goals.

Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum Development: Teach Law, Criminal Justice, and Paralegal courses in accordance with departmental and college guidelines; develop lesson plans, instructional materials, and syllabi to support student learning and engagement.

Student Assessment & Support: Evaluate student performance, maintain accurate academic records, and support student retention and completion initiatives.

Classroom & Instructional Excellence: Create a supportive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment; integrate high‑impact and innovative teaching practices to enhance learning outcomes.

Professional & Departmental Contribution: Participate in ongoing professional development, maintain subject matter expertise, and support department needs assigned by the chair.

MCC Expectations

Adheres to the College Code of Conduct

Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment

Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College

Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college

Commits to professional growth, which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity, and inclusion to better serve students

Job Requirements Required Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA‑accredited law school.

Current admission to the New York State Bar.

Minimum of five (5) years of legal practice experience.

Ability to teach in‑person classes on campus between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM on weekdays, with occasional Saturday morning or weekday evening classes as scheduled.

Demonstrated proficiency with instructional technology.

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Support for the mission of a comprehensive community college.

Demonstrated respect for individuals from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Criminal Justice or related field (other than a JD) from a regionally accredited institution.

Past in‑person college teaching experience of at least 3 years.

Proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Additional Information Salary range: $57,000 to $65,000, determined based on experience, internal equity, and college budget. MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit‑eligible employees, including flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting, and compressed work schedules. Availability of flexible arrangements varies by position.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Education and Training

Industry Higher Education

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