Political Science and Criminal Justice: Department Chair​/Professor - Fall

Overview

Job Title: Political Science and Criminal Justice:
Department Chair/Professor - Fall 2026
Location: Georgia Gwinnett College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job : 291871

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Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students  success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.

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Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let s make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.

Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) invites applications for the Department Chair of Political Science, Criminal Justice, and International Studies (PCIS) position starting July 1, 2026. PCIS is a dynamic department that encompasses two majors (Political Science and Criminal Justice) and multiple minors and certificate programs (including, but not limited to, Public Administration, Legal Studies, and World Languages). The Department Chair provides leadership for the department and works collaboratively with the faculty across the Department s disciplines to meet the academic needs of students, and to foster excellence in programs, instruction, scholarly activity, student engagement, and service.

This is a 12-month appointment reporting to the Dean. The Department Chair contributes to the work of the Department through teaching (half-time), remaining active as a scholar, and through student engagement and service. The candidate must have the capability to effectively manage course scheduling and personnel, lead curriculum development, cultivate and maintain alumni relations, and carry out other Department leadership functions in addition to performing other duties as assigned.

The Department Chair provides leadership for the department and works collaboratively with the faculty across the Department s disciplines to meet the academic needs of students, and to foster excellence in programs, instruction, scholarly activity, student engagement, and service. This is a 12-month appointment with duties including teaching (half-time), student engagement, service, and leadership functions as assigned.

• Terminal degree in one of the disciplines of the department, with the experience and documented achievements appropriate for consideration of an appointment at the rank of Full Professor.
• A record of effective teaching, service, student engagement, and scholarly activity within the candidate s area of specialization.
• Relevant academic administrative experience.
• A strong commitment to the School and College mission and a passion for working with and mentoring faculty and students.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• A commitment to fostering academic excellence.

• Preference may be given to candidates with at least three years of academic leadership experience at the program level or higher.
• Preference may be given to candidates with experience planning, managing, and administering a departmental budget to align with the Department s strategic goals and mission.

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