Temporary Faculty Criminal Justice and Criminology

Temporary Faculty Criminal Justice and Criminology

Job : 287177
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers.

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Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Armstrong Campus
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419

Department Information

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology provides a comprehensive examination of justice, crime, and victimization. The program offers both an in-person and fully online Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology. It also houses an in-person and online Master of Science (MS) program in Criminal Justice and Criminology with concentrations in criminal justice/criminology and cybercrime, as well as an online Graduate Certificate in Cybercrime.

Further, the department offers an Executive MS program in Criminal Justice for law enforcement professionals, which permits them to complete POST-certified coursework in flexible modules.

Job Summary

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology is now accepting applications for a pool of part-time faculty positions for the  academic year. These positions are on an as needed, semester-by-semester basis. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses related to various aspects of the field of criminal justice and criminology
• Applicants may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online)

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Earned J.D. or a Master's or Doctoral degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology, or a closely related field, with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Criminal Justice and Criminology at the time of appointment
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of successful College/University teaching experience
• Interest in developing/teaching courses using multiple modalities, including face-to-face, online, and synchronous learning formats

Proposed Salary

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter briefly addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Applications will be screened on a rolling basis.

Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

Contact Information

Joshua L. Williams, Ph.D., Search Chair

jlwilliams

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