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Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Also known as: Adjunct Instructor, Adjunct Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice, Associate Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice, College or University Faculty Member, College Professor, Criminal Justice Department Chair

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Some College3%
Post-Secondary Certificate5%
Associate's Degree5%
Master's Degree1%
Doctoral/Professional Degree40%
Level 1146%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None9%
6 months - 1 year5%
1-2 years12%
2-4 years21%
4-6 years21%
6-8 years7%
8-10 years5%
Over 10 years20%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None31%
Up to 1 month16%
1-3 months10%
3-6 months7%
6 months - 1 year7%
1-2 years5%
2-4 years6%
4-6 years9%
6-8 years9%

How AI Impacts Each Task

23 tasks analyzed

Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.

Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.

Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.

Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as criminal law, defensive policing, and investigation techniques.

Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

IntegrityDependabilityInitiativeIndependenceAttention to DetailSelf ControlCooperationConcern for OthersAchievement/EffortPersistenceAnalytical ThinkingAdaptability/Flexibility

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$71,470

per year

Mean Wage

$84,820

per year

Employment

14K

workers

Wage Range

$45,640 - $143,130

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$45,640Median: $71,470$143,130
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Awaiting Assessment

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