National Criminal Justice Command College Instructor (Faculty Wage)
University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, United States
The National Criminal Justice Command College at the University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Studies' Center for Public Safety and Justice (CPSJ) is an executive education program designed to prepare senior public safety leaders to navigate the complex operational, organizational, and community challenges facing modern criminal justice agencies.
The program brings together command-level leaders from law enforcement and other public safety disciplines to participate in a structured, cohort-based learning experience that combines academic instruction, practitioner expertise, and peer collaboration.
Participants engage with faculty from the University of Virginia as well as nationally recognized practitioners, researchers, and policy leaders.
The Command College bridges the gap between academic research and operational practice.
Participants examine contemporary issues in public safety leadership including organizational strategy, constitutional governance, community trust, technology and innovation, evidence-based policing, and leadership in complex public sector environments.
Through facilitated discussions, applied assignments, and capstone projects, participants translate research and best practices into practical strategies that can be implemented within their agencies.
The program emphasizes peer learning and cross-jurisdiction collaboration, bringing together leaders from local, state, and federal agencies to share experiences and develop solutions to shared challenges.
This collaborative structure enables participants to learn from diverse operational contexts while building professional networks that extend beyond the duration of the program.
Delivered through a combination of in‑person and virtual sessions, the Command College provides an intensive executive education experience while allowing participants to remain actively engaged in their professional roles.
The curriculum integrates academic rigor with practical application, reflecting the University of Virginia’s commitment to advancing public service leadership through education.
Each Command College cohort consists of ten instructional sessions. Some cohorts may be delivered fully in person, while others may be structured as a hybrid model combining in-person and virtual sessions.
The Opportunity
The Center for Public Safety and Justice (CPSJ) at the University of Virginia seeks experienced professionals to serve as Adjunct Faculty supporting the delivery of executive education sessions for senior public safety leaders within the National Criminal Justice Command College.
We are recruiting for multiple positions and in multiple locations: Richmond, VA; Charlottesville, VA; Central Maryland; Central Pennsylvania; or individuals who could support online facilitation with occasional residencies throughout the US.
Adjunct Faculty bring subject‑matter expertise and leadership experience to specific sessions within the Command College curriculum. In this role, faculty deliver executive‑level instruction and guide discussions that connect academic frameworks with real‑world public safety leadership challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Adjunct Faculty support the academic delivery of Command College sessions and contribute to a high‑quality executive learning experience for participants.
Deliver instructional sessions within the Command College curriculum.
Prepare instructional materials, readings, and course content.
Facilitate seminar‑style discussions and applied leadership exercises.
Connect academic frameworks to operational public safety practice.
Evaluate assignments, applied exercises, or capstone projects when applicable.
Maintain communication with participants regarding course expectations.
Support virtual instruction technologies when sessions are delivered online.
Adjunct Faculty are expected to foster a professional learning environment that encourages executive‑level dialogue, peer learning, and the practical application of leadership concepts.
Session Areas & Qualifications
Successful candidates will have extensive leadership experience in public safety organizations as well as relevant graduate‑level education and evidence of current or recent professional engagement in the field. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to translate operational experience into an academic and executive learning environment. Experience leading complex public safety organizations, implementing organizational change, and working collaboratively across jurisdictions is particularly valued.
Adjunct faculty are sought to instruct the following sessions (four‑week virtual or one‑week in‑person sessions):
Leader Identity, Ethics & Decision Science
Risk, Wellness & Civil Liability
Policing Methodologies & Evidence‑Based Strategy
Marginalized Communities & Ethical Leadership
Communication/Media, Politics & Conflict
Culture, Human Resources & Human Capital
Operational Execution, Innovation & Change Leadership
Crisis Leadership Case Studies
Interagency & Homeland Security Systems
Applicants should indicate in their application materials the specific sessions for which their professional and academic experience are most closely aligned.
Qualifications
Advanced degree (MA, PhD, JD, or equivalent).
Significant leadership experience (at least 5 years) in public safety, criminal justice, or a closely related field.
Experience supporting executive education programs in a university or professional training environment.
Demonstrated teaching or instructional experience in executive education, professional training, or leadership development programs.
Experience supporting hybrid or blended learning environments.
Strong group facilitation and discussion leadership skills.
Ability to engage senior leaders in reflective discussion and applied learning.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with evidence‑based policing, violence reduction strategies, or public safety leadership frameworks.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
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The program brings together command-level leaders from law enforcement and other public safety disciplines to participate in a structured, cohort-based learning experience that combines academic instruction, practitioner expertise, and peer collaboration.
Participants engage with faculty from the University of Virginia as well as nationally recognized practitioners, researchers, and policy leaders.
The Command College bridges the gap between academic research and operational practice.
Participants examine contemporary issues in public safety leadership including organizational strategy, constitutional governance, community trust, technology and innovation, evidence-based policing, and leadership in complex public sector environments.
Through facilitated discussions, applied assignments, and capstone projects, participants translate research and best practices into practical strategies that can be implemented within their agencies.
The program emphasizes peer learning and cross-jurisdiction collaboration, bringing together leaders from local, state, and federal agencies to share experiences and develop solutions to shared challenges.
This collaborative structure enables participants to learn from diverse operational contexts while building professional networks that extend beyond the duration of the program.
Delivered through a combination of in‑person and virtual sessions, the Command College provides an intensive executive education experience while allowing participants to remain actively engaged in their professional roles.
The curriculum integrates academic rigor with practical application, reflecting the University of Virginia’s commitment to advancing public service leadership through education.
Each Command College cohort consists of ten instructional sessions. Some cohorts may be delivered fully in person, while others may be structured as a hybrid model combining in-person and virtual sessions.
The Opportunity
The Center for Public Safety and Justice (CPSJ) at the University of Virginia seeks experienced professionals to serve as Adjunct Faculty supporting the delivery of executive education sessions for senior public safety leaders within the National Criminal Justice Command College.
We are recruiting for multiple positions and in multiple locations: Richmond, VA; Charlottesville, VA; Central Maryland; Central Pennsylvania; or individuals who could support online facilitation with occasional residencies throughout the US.
Adjunct Faculty bring subject‑matter expertise and leadership experience to specific sessions within the Command College curriculum. In this role, faculty deliver executive‑level instruction and guide discussions that connect academic frameworks with real‑world public safety leadership challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Adjunct Faculty support the academic delivery of Command College sessions and contribute to a high‑quality executive learning experience for participants.
Deliver instructional sessions within the Command College curriculum.
Prepare instructional materials, readings, and course content.
Facilitate seminar‑style discussions and applied leadership exercises.
Connect academic frameworks to operational public safety practice.
Evaluate assignments, applied exercises, or capstone projects when applicable.
Maintain communication with participants regarding course expectations.
Support virtual instruction technologies when sessions are delivered online.
Adjunct Faculty are expected to foster a professional learning environment that encourages executive‑level dialogue, peer learning, and the practical application of leadership concepts.
Session Areas & Qualifications
Successful candidates will have extensive leadership experience in public safety organizations as well as relevant graduate‑level education and evidence of current or recent professional engagement in the field. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to translate operational experience into an academic and executive learning environment. Experience leading complex public safety organizations, implementing organizational change, and working collaboratively across jurisdictions is particularly valued.
Adjunct faculty are sought to instruct the following sessions (four‑week virtual or one‑week in‑person sessions):
Leader Identity, Ethics & Decision Science
Risk, Wellness & Civil Liability
Policing Methodologies & Evidence‑Based Strategy
Marginalized Communities & Ethical Leadership
Communication/Media, Politics & Conflict
Culture, Human Resources & Human Capital
Operational Execution, Innovation & Change Leadership
Crisis Leadership Case Studies
Interagency & Homeland Security Systems
Applicants should indicate in their application materials the specific sessions for which their professional and academic experience are most closely aligned.
Qualifications
Advanced degree (MA, PhD, JD, or equivalent).
Significant leadership experience (at least 5 years) in public safety, criminal justice, or a closely related field.
Experience supporting executive education programs in a university or professional training environment.
Demonstrated teaching or instructional experience in executive education, professional training, or leadership development programs.
Experience supporting hybrid or blended learning environments.
Strong group facilitation and discussion leadership skills.
Ability to engage senior leaders in reflective discussion and applied learning.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with evidence‑based policing, violence reduction strategies, or public safety leadership frameworks.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
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