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Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor

Employer
University of North Texas
Location
Denton County, Texas
Closing date
Oct 1, 2021

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Position Type
Faculty
Hours
Full Time
Organization Type
Academic
*UNT System Overview:*Welcome to the University of North Texas System, or UNT World as we like to call ourselves. UNT World includes the University of North Texas in Denton, the University of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education.
Over the past decade, combined UNTS enrollment has grown by more than 25 percent to nearly 44,000 students. UNT System institutions award more than 11,000 degrees each year - including the largest number of master's and doctoral degrees in the DFW region. As DFW's university system, UNT World offers a wide range of degree programs and academic initiatives across our campuses. With more than 300 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, as well as convenient campus locations and teaching centers located throughout North Texas, our system provides a wide array of opportunities.
*Posting Title:*Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor
*Department:*DAL-Criminal Justice & Sociology-514100
*Job Location:*Dallas
*Full Time/Part Time:*Part-Time
*Salary Information:*Salary Commensurate with Experience
*Department Summary:*The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor for the Fall 2021 and/or Spring 2022 semesters.
The number of vacancies is dependent on student enrollment, division needs, and dean approval. Your application cannot be considered until all required documents have been received.
At the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences we serve the needs of all students, traditional and non-traditional. We are committed to the values of diversity, creativity, leadership, integrity and lifelong learning. These values are the foundation of the University's mission to empower students, transform lives, and strengthen communities.
Our faculty excel in teaching, research, and service. The faculty are recognized for their innovative pedagogy and expertise. They are committed to student-centered educational opportunities that provide career-ready skills and lifelong learning. Our curriculum builds foundational knowledge required for all academic degree programs at the University, emphasizing communication skills, analytical reasoning, leadership, and independent thought. The School of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to innovative programs that prepare our students to compete effectively in a rapidly changing job market or to pursue post-graduate education.
*Position Summary:*Adjunct instructors plan classes and implement and evaluate teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes. An adjunct instructor undertakes the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member, including office hours. The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in a full range of undergraduate Criminal Justice courses within UNT Dallas's Criminal Justice major, including core-curriculum Criminal Justice courses (2100-Crime and Justice in the United States, 2600-Diversity Issues in Criminal Justice, 2300-Crimianl Law, 2302-Police Systems, 2301-Correctional Systems, 3600-Criminology and 3700-Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice), and there may be a need to teach other courses such as forensic anthropology, computer crime and criminal investigation in our portfolio of course offerings.
Adjunct faculty members will be required to use texts and meet certain content parameters set by the Department of Criminal Justice. Adjunct instructors also will be required to include in their courses certain student assessment measures determined by the department, and to compile data on those assessment criteria. Additional information about course design, assessment criteria and texts can be obtained from Dr. Aaron Bartula at aaron.bartula@untdallas.edu.
*Minimum Qualifications:*A 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.
*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.
*Work Schedule:*ACCORDING TO ACADEMIC SCHEDULE
*Driving University Vehicle:*No
*Security Sensitive:*This is a security sensitive position.
*EEO Statement:*The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
*Physical Requirements:*Carrying, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear
*Posting Number:*A424P
*Special Instructions to Applicants:*Special Instructions to Applicants: Submit a professional CV; letter of application outlining
the applicant's interest, qualifications and experience for the position; contact information for three
professional references; and unofficial graduate transcripts to http://unt-dallas.peopleadmin.com/. For
additional information visit http://unt-dallas.peopleadmin.com or contact Dr. Aaron Bartula at
aaron.bartula@untdallas.edu. Statements of teaching interests and teaching philosophy may also be requested from applicants.
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the search is closed.
*Quicklink for Posting:*[https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/46357](https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/46357)

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