Contract Faculty - Criminology and Legal Studies Department

Douglas College; Coquitlam, New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution seeks a passionate contract faculty member for its Criminology and Legal Studies Department. This role involves inspiring students through innovative teaching methods and a commitment to academic excellence. You will have the opportunity to shape the educational journey of learners while working in a collaborative environment that values professional growth and inclusivity. Join a dedicated team that empowers students and fosters a culture of social responsibility, making a significant impact on future leaders in the field of Criminology.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development Funding

Access to Fitness Centres and Classes

Transit-accessible Campuses

Hybrid Work Arrangements

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in undergraduate teaching.
• Commitment to fostering learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students and evaluate their progress.
• Plan and manage learning activities and resources.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Criminology Knowledge

Statistical Analysis

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Education

MA in Criminology

PhD in Criminology

Tools

SPSS

Excel

ArcGIS

Job description

Contract Faculty - Criminology and Legal Studies Department

Salary Range

Hourly: $52.41 to $114.65 per hour Per Three Credit Course: $7,716.
Actual salary or hourly rate will be based on the number of credits and term of appointment according to the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

You’re passionate about academia and dedicated to fostering an
environment where students are motivated to learn. As an established
professional in your field, your knowledge combined with your innovative
and purposeful pedagogical methods uphold the College’s reputation to
inspire our students to do what they love – and it’s clear, in your
role, you’re doing what you love too!

Sound like you? Become part of our passionate faculty! Join us as the
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and shape an educational
journey that inspires our students to find their passion.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

The Department of Criminology, Faculty of Humanities and Social
Sciences, is seeking a contract instructor(s) to teach beginning the
Fall 2025 semester. The department also invites applicants for
placement on a contract list of instructors.

The successful applicant(s) must be qualified to teach ( QTT ) a variety of
courses which must include one or more of the following:

• CRIM 3390 Crime and Intelligence Analysis
• LGST 3330 Indigenous Peoples and the Law

Applicants must be available to teach at both the New Westminster and
Coquitlam campuses.

Workload is assigned each year based on available sections.

Applicants should have demonstrated experience in, and commitment to,
undergraduate teaching.

You will instruct students, facilitate learning and evaluate student
progress in College courses. You will plan, organize and manage learning
activities and resources, provide academic advice to learners and
maintain quality learner‐centered instruction.

Applicants will meet the following criteria:

Applications of those who seek appointment to teach Criminology courses
(apart from law courses) will be evaluated using the following criteria:

• MA in Criminology or a relevant related discipline (with thesis)

from a Canadian university, or an MA in Criminology or a relevant
related discipline (with thesis) and demonstrated experience or
research/publication in the Canadian criminal justice system is required

• PhD in Criminology or a relevant related discipline (with

dissertation) from a Canadian university, or a PhD in Criminology or a
relevant related discipline (with dissertation) and demonstrated
experience or research/publication in the Canadian criminal justice
system is preferred;

• Extensive work related experience in the Criminal Justice field is

preferred;

• Applicants will also demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate

courses across the Criminology curriculum (apart from law courses).

• Specific to teaching CRIM 3390 – The CRIM 3390 curriculum specifies

the utilization of “computer software for statistical and geographic
analysis of crime patterns”. As a result, faculty teaching the course
must have specific training in both of these areas. This could include,
training in common statistical/database software applications (e.g.,
SPSS or Excel). It must also include training in geographic analysis,
using geographic information system ( GIS ) software (e.g., ArcGIS).
Evidence of formal GIS training and/or experience is required in order
to be qualified to teach this course.

Demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate courses in Criminology.

Additional Information

The Criminology and Legal Studies Department at Douglas College invites applicants for placement on a contract list of instructors.

Posting Number

Posting Number 00688F

Position Type

Position Type Faculty - Contract

Position Title

Position Title Contract Faculty - Criminology and Legal Studies Department

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 09/01/2025

End Date

Needs a Criminal Records Check

Needs a Criminal Records Check No

How To Apply

Open Date

Open Date 05/01/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Qualified internal applicants must apply by May 15, 2025 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you first find out about this employment opportunity?
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  • Personal Referral
  • Agency Referral
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  • Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICAN)
  • Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT)
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  • Career Fair or Other Hiring Event
  • Other
  • Glassdoor
• * Please confirm that you will maintain residency in the Lower Mainland for the duration of your employment.
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  • No, I am not able to meet this requirement
• * Are you a current or former Douglas College employee/student?
  • Current employee
  • Former employee
  • Current student
  • Former student
  • None of the above
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• * If you have a valid Canadian work permit, please indicate expiry date and the type of work permit you hold. (Type N/A if not applicable).

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• * If you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, do you currently have a valid Canadian work permit?
  • Yes
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  • Not Applicable
• * If you are a regular or auxiliary staff member of the College, are you currently on your probation/trial period at the College?Please note that Article 28.5 (a) of the Collective Agreement (BCGEU) states - "...regular employees shall not be eligible to apply for another regular posted position within their initial probation period...", and Article 28.5 (b) states - "...employees shall not be eligible to apply for another posted position within their trial period unless the posted position constitutes a promotion or results in a change from auxiliary to regular status...".
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not an employee