Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary
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.
SOC: 25-1111.00
Common Job Titles
Assistant Professor
Associate Professor
Criminal Justice Professor
Professor
What You'll Need to Succeed
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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeSynthesize current criminal justice research with pedagogical best practices to develop innovative course materials and curricula.
Advanced
KnowledgeDesign learning experiences integrating theory, case studies, and practical scenarios using learning management systems and multimedia technology to enhance student engagement.
Advanced
KnowledgeFormulate research questions and scholarly contributions to criminal justice literature conducting original research that informs both academic discourse and practitioner communities.
Advanced
MindsetEngage diverse student populations in criminal justice concepts through interactive lectures and classroom discussions in postsecondary settings.
Proficient
KnowledgeEvaluate student comprehension of law enforcement principles and corrections theory using multiple assessment methods including written assignments and practical applications.
Proficient
KnowledgeAnalyze complex legal frameworks, constitutional law, and public safety policies to clarify their implications for law enforcement administration and corrections practice.
Proficient
MindsetAdvocate ethical standards and professional integrity in criminal justice practice while fostering critical thinking about contemporary policing and corrections challenges.
Proficient
KnowledgeInterpret criminological research, statistical data, and policy analysis to students with varying levels of background knowledge in social sciences.
Proficient
MindsetBalance competing pedagogical demands of teaching, scholarship, and service obligations while maintaining currency in rapidly evolving criminal justice fields.
Proficient
MindsetIntegrate interdisciplinary perspectives from psychology, sociology, and public administration when facilitating discussions on systemic issues in criminal justice and corrections.
Proficient
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
13,560
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $45,640. 25th percentile: U.S. $56,100. 50th percentile: U.S. $71,470. 75th percentile: U.S. $99,730. 90th percentile: U.S. $143,130. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$45,640
10% of workers earn the following or more
$143,130
Workers on average earn
$84,820
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Education and Training4.5/5
English Language4.5/5
Law and Government4.5/5
Public Safety and Security4.4/5
Customer and Personal Service3.9/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
