Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor Pool AY

Position: Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor Pool AY 2026-2027
Title:

Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor Pool AY

Employee Classification:
Adjunct Faculty

Campus:
University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

Sub Division-Department: DAL-School of Lib Arts & Sciences

Department: DAL-Criminal Justice & Sociology-514100

Job Location:

Dallas

Salary: $3,500.00 per course

Retirement Eligibility:
Not Retirement Eligible

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Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

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Department Summary

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for its Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor pool for the  academic year. At UNT Dallas, we embody the values of "Courageous Integrity", "Be Curious", "We Care", "Better Together", and "Show Your Fire". We seek a passionate educator who is committed to empowering students, transforming lives, and strengthening communities. The successful candidate will contribute to UNT Dallas's mission to foster learning, cultivate curiosity, and create an environment of respect and belonging for all students.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be expected to develop curriculum and provide instruction in a range of classes in Criminal Justice and Justice and Social Policy. Other duties may include coordination with the department Program Coordinator, and other faculty as needed. Adjunct faculty plan courses and implement and evaluate teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes. Adjunct faculty undertake the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member, including office hours.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Criminal Justice, or in an equivalent discipline, with at least 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice and outstanding experience in teaching core-curriculum Criminal Justice courses.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Strong teaching skills.

* Ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

* PhD in Criminal Justice or JD with significant experience in higher education.

* Successful experience teaching adults in a post-secondary institution.

* Specialized work-related or teaching experience that directly relates to the course being taught.

* Experience in online course development and teaching.

* Excellent communication skills in multicultural settings.

Physical Requirements

* Communicating with others to exchange information.

* Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.

* Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.

* Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.

* Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

* No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

As per Academic Schedule

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applican…