Assistant/Associate Professor of Criminology & Criminal Justice

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach the required work load credits per semester in the undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in the Criminology and Criminal Justice Program.
• Actively participate in division and university related activities and committees, the accreditation process, curriculum development, and scholarship (teaching, grant writing, research, publishing, and community service).
• Advises students.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Ph.D. from a regionally accredited institution in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or the Behavioral Sciences.
• Preferred Education: Ph.D. from a regionally accredited institution in Criminal Justice.
• Experience and Skills: Knowledge, skills, and experience teaching criminal justice generalist courses. Proficient in the use of technology to support both in-class and online learning environments. Ability to work effectively, strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas), and other programs related to teaching, learning, advising, and assessment. Ability to prioritize work and resources. Ability to meet deadlines. Attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and quality. High integrity and ethical standards.

Physical Requirements

• Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills.
• Must have finger dexterity.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.