Fall Criminal Justice and Homeland Security Program Adjunct Professor

Fall 2026 Criminal Justice and Homeland Security Program Adjunct Professor

St. John's University, a Catholic and Vincentian institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, is inviting applications for adjunct faculty positions in the Criminal Justice and Homeland Security Program for the Fall 2026 semester. Positions are in a face‑to‑face setting, 85‑minute class sessions held twice weekly on the Queens campus.

Program Overview:
The mission of the program is to prepare students for careers in the criminal justice system and homeland security enterprise through specialized courses and practical internships. For more information about the undergraduate programs, see https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and https://.

• The adjunct faculty member will work under the direct supervision of the Division Chair.
• Prepare and distribute to students a course outline in accordance with the course syllabus.
• Develop instructional materials (lectures, readings, assignments, exams, projects, etc.) so that learning outcomes are achieved as stated in the course syllabus.
• Evaluate student performance throughout the semester and provide periodic and constructive feedback to students.
• Evaluate student performance and post grades for each student as directed by the Provost's Office and offer availability to discuss grades with students in person, by email or phone.
• Promptly respond to requests for information before, during, and after the course as required by the Division Chair and the CCPS Dean's Office.

• Teaching experience is at the core of being an effective adjunct faculty member; experience teaching in higher education in the fields of news broadcasting, sports broadcasting, or sports journalism, as well as industry experience, is highly valued.
• Minimum requirements include a master’s degree and a minimum of five years of significant work experience in the field.

Applicants must submit a CV that includes teaching experience and courses taught, as well as industry experience, to

Adjunct Assistant Professor: $1,906 per contact hour.
Adjunct Instructor: $1,803 per contact hour.
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is $1,803 per contact hour for an Adjunct Instructor to $1,906 per contact hour for an Adjunct Assistant Professor.

* Important Note—St. John's is NOT an E-Verify Employer.*

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John's University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John's University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.