"Instructor of Criminal Justice"

Job Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

0801727

Classification Title

Instructor of Criminal Justice

Working Title

Department

Social and Behavioral Science

Department Contact Email

EPerdomo@centralstate.edu

Job Summary/Basic Function

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Department of Health & Social Sciences at Central State University invites applications for one-term, (On Campus) faculty positions in Criminal Justice. These are nine-month contractual appointments, with the possibility of annual renewal. The positions will begin in August 2025.

A Ph.D. in Criminal Justice is preferred; however, candidates holding a master’s degree will also be considered. Applicants must have at least two years of professional experience in a Criminal Justice field, along with college-level teaching experience in Criminal Justice. Preference will be given to candidates with both in-person and online teaching experience across a broad range of Criminal Justice courses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Faculty typically teach 12 hours per semester (undergraduate), especially, upper-level offerings such as Research Methods in Criminal Justice, Senior Capstone Seminar, and advanced criminal justice electives.
• Faculty are expected to engage in professional development and scholarly pursuits and involve undergraduate students in these endeavors.
• Faculty are expected to contribute to the department, University, and profession through appropriate service obligations, including the advising of students and committee service.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate students on topics in Criminal Justice ( CRJ ) and Sociology ( SOC ).
• Evaluate and grade students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
• Collect and analyze data for program and university assessment.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues, to include internship placements.
• Develop and use multimedia course materials and other current technology, such as online courses.
• Perform administrative duties as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
• Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the department chair with continual program development.
• Participate in faculty meetings and other university-wide activities/committees.
• Other duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Doctorate in Criminal Justice; ABD will be considered.
• Experience with statistical analysis software, e.g., SPSS.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Previous successful work experience with culturally diverse populations is a plus.
• Cope effectively with adversity and demonstrate leadership skills that promote cooperation.
• A passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in Criminal Justice; ABD will be considered.
• Experience with statistical analysis software, e.g., SPSS.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Date

07/07/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Position Category

Faculty - Term Appointment

Budgeted Annual Salary

Commensurate with experience

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents