Instructional Faculty, Criminal Justice

Instructional Faculty, Criminal Justice

Recruitment #: F2600

Review Date:
Immediate review | Open until filled

Department:
Criminal Justice Sciences

Salary Rate:
Commensurate with experience and qualifications (CBA)

The ideal candidate for this Instructor position will have prior experience teaching criminal justice at the undergraduate and/or master’s level, including distance education. They should demonstrate the ability to teach a diverse range of courses across majors, minors, and concentrations, with preferred expertise in law enforcement, forensics, and communications. The position requires flexibility to teach at various times and locations to meet institutional and student needs, as well as a commitment to maintaining collegial relationships with university personnel.

Preference will be given to employees who have served the greatest number of concurrent years in their current role.

Selected applicants must reside in the state of Oregon by the time of hire.

• Master’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, or a closely related field
• 1-2 years of college-level teaching or relevant professional experience in the Criminal Justice profession.

Please upload the following required materials within the application portal.

Applications missing any of the required documents will not move forward for consideration. Please include only the materials listed below:

A criminal background check will be completed as a condition of employment. Education checks are processed for positions requiring a formal degree as a minimum requirement.

Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes 95% premium paid healthcare, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities.

Western Oregon University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We embrace our differences and know that our diverse team is a strength that drives our success.

Western Oregon University is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you would like to request disability-related accommodation(s) to participate in a WOU activity or event, please complete the online request form at least three (3) business days in advance. If you have questions, contact Desiree Noah at noahd.

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Western Oregon University in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR  and . Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. For information regarding Veterans' Preference qualifications, visit.