Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

University of Wisconsin - Parkside; Wood Road; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice to join their vibrant academic community. This role offers the opportunity to teach and mentor students while engaging in meaningful research and community-based learning initiatives. With a focus on Criminal Law, the successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development and foster a diverse learning environment. Join a team committed to excellence in education and community service, where your expertise will shape the future of criminal justice education and empower the next generation of leaders.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Flexible Work Hours

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or related field required.
• Demonstrated potential for high-quality instruction in Criminal Justice.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate criminal justice courses in various modalities.
• Maintain a high-quality research agenda with peer-reviewed publications.

Skills

Criminal Law

Teaching

Research

Community Engagement

Education

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice

Juris Doctor

Job description

About the University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Since its founding in 1968, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside has been a trusted partner for the region's higher educational needs, empowering students to thrive, advancing applied knowledge, and developing talent for the future. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as certificates and pre-professional programs, designed to foster personal and professional growth through real-world and impactful learning experiences. With over 30,000 alumni (nearly 60 percent of whom were the first in their families to earn a degree) UW-Parkside reflects and celebrates the vibrant diversity of our world. Our beautiful campus, located in the dynamic Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, offers unmatched access to world-class internships, professional networks, and endless career-building opportunities, placing students at the center of it all.

UW Parkside is a great place to start or enhance your career and is part of the UW System. The campus is nestled in 700 acres of woodland and prairie and two miles west of Lake Michigan in Kenosha, WI. At Parkside we offer good benefits and an opportunity to get involved in community projects and employee engagement activities. We are certainly proud of its diverse student body in the UW System. We work together to help our students, staff and faculty thrive. Find out why Parkside is where you belong.



Position Title: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Employment Type: Full Time, 9-month, Exempt, Faculty Appointment

Reports To: The Chair of the Criminal Justice Department

Full-Time Pay Range: Commensurate with experience

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside invites applications for full-time (9-month), tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice with a specialization in Criminal Law. The successful candidate will have a primary appointment and tenure home in the Criminal Justice Department, which is ranked first (number one) by the Correctional Officers Organization for supporting careers in criminal justice and corrections and will teach and mentor undergraduate students, engage in scholarly research, and participate in university and professional service. The department seeks candidates who can teach courses in Criminal Law and Procedural Law, as well as courses dealing with the law's application to Criminal Justice and Social Services agencies.

Applicants must demonstrate excellence in teaching, evidence of scholarly productivity, and a clear research agenda. The department is committed to its strong relationship with community partners through its Community-Based Learning and Internship opportunities and will give preference to candidates with experience in these pedagogical practices.

The position requires teaching (4-4 teaching load, 24 credits per year), research, and service responsibilities. Opportunities to teach in UW-Parkside's Master of Arts in Applied Professional Studies and additional courses in the summer semester may be available for additional compensation depending upon the needs of the Department.

Essential Job Functions

Essential Job Functions

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  Teach 24 credits (4/4 workload) per academic year (with the exception of designated release and/or reassignment time);

  
  


• Teach undergraduate criminal justice courses in face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online modalities (some online courses are offered in accelerated 7-week formats);


• Design and implement curriculum that aligns with student learning outcomes, program learning outcomes, and general education learning outcomes and assist in departmental assessment reporting;


• Participate in, and contribute to curriculum development by planning, developing, and evaluating new and existing courses and curricula;


• Maintain a high-quality research agenda with the expectation of peer-reviewed publication;


• Participate in department/division meetings, committees, and other activities; and


• Provide service to the university, community, and the relevant academic discipline profession; service can include advising student organizations.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or related field, Juris Doctor's with experience in Social/Human services will also be considered. (ABD candidates who are expected to complete their degree by August 2025 will also be considered);


• Demonstrated potential for high-quality instruction of courses in Criminal Justice with expertise in applying the law to Criminal Justice agencies;


• Demonstrated potential for providing instruction in online, hybrid, and/or face-to-face formats;


• Experience working with students and staff from culturally diverse backgrounds;


• Demonstrated potential for effective service to the institution, leadership in the discipline, and engagement with the community; and,


• Commitment to scholarship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.


• Evidence of high-quality instruction of undergraduate criminal justice courseswith expertise in applying the law to Criminal Justice agencies.


• Experience designing and implementing learning experiences that integrate community engagement within the curriculum.


• Evidence ofproviding instruction in online, hybrid, and/or face-to-face formats.


• Evidence of coordinating community-based learning experiences.


• Interest in advising and mentoring undergraduate students.


• Potential for (and/or record of) securing extramural funding.

Salary and Benefits

Salary and Benefits

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan.

Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/

Health & Retirement ContributionsEstimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/benefits-estimator/

Application Process

Application Process

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at [phone]. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: Submit application materials

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents:

• Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position


• Resume


• Teaching Philosophy

Review of Applications

Applications received by 04/21/2025 are ensured full consideration. Position open until filled.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee.

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.

In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.

Legal Notices and Important Information

Legal Notices and Important Information

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. If the results are unacceptable, the offer will be withdrawn or, if you have started employment, your employment will be terminated.

(see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need assistance or accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process because of a disability, please let us know. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make reasonable accommodations to a person's disability.