Adjunct Assistant Professor/Instructor in Criminal Justice or Homeland Security

St. John; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,484,000 - 2,768,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability insurance

Tuition remission

Generous 403(b) employer contribution

Employee assistance program

Liberal paid time off policies

Job summary

St. John's University invites applications for adjunct positions to teach a variety of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security courses for the Spring 2026 semester on the Queens campus.

The division seeks adjunct associate professors, assistant professors and instructors to teach in face-to-face 85-minute class sessions that meet twice weekly for undergraduates and to teach online for graduate programs as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and a minimum of five years of significant work experience in the field.
• Terminal degree for graduate teaching with five years of experience and online teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute to students a course outline in accordance with the course syllabus.
• Develop instructional materials (lectures, readings, assignments, exams, projects, etc.) that will achieve the learning outcomes 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.

Education

Master's degree

Terminal degree

Job description

Adjunct Assistant Professor/Instructor in Criminal Justice or Homeland Security

St. John's University

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Part-Time Faculty

Job Number: 202600095

Location: Queens Campus, NY

Job Summary

Division/Department Information: The CriminalJustice and Homeland Security Programs of the Division of CriminalJustice and Homeland Security at St. John's University invites applications for adjunct positions to teach a variety of different courses for the Spring 2026 semester. The Department is located on the St. John's University's Queens campus. The mission of the program is to prepare students for a dynamic career in the criminal justice system and homeland security enterprise with featuring specialized courses, and practical internships to equip graduates for success in both the public and private sectors. For more information about the undergraduate programs, please visit the following pages: Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice, Bachelors of Science in Homeland Security, and Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Leadership, Master of Professional Studies.

For these positions, the division seeks adjunct associate professor/assistant professors/instructors to teach in a face-to-face setting for 85-minute class sessions that meet twice a week in our undergraduate programs. In addition, the division seeks adjunct associate professor/assistant professors/instructors with terminal degrees and online teaching experience to teach in our graduate programs. Rank and salary are based on education level, the quality and quantity of relevant industry experience, and the quality and quantity of college teaching experience.

The Division of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security embraces a dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion as the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John's is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities: The adjunct faculty member will work under the direct supervision of the Division Chair and will:

• Prepare and distribute to students a course outline in accordance with the course syllabus.
• Develop instructional materials (lectures, readings, assignments, exams, projects, etc.) that will achieve the learning outcomes 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.

Competencies, Education, Experience

Qualifications: Teaching and experience are at the core of being an effective adjunct faculty member, so experience both in teaching in higher education in the field of law enforcement, corrections, emergency management, intelligence, investigations, critical infrastructure protection, and security related fields.

Minimum requirements for teaching in the undergraduate programs include a master's degree and a minimum of five years of significant work experience in the field.

Minimum requirements for teaching in the graduate programs include a terminal degree, a minimum of five years of significant work experience in the field, and previous online teaching experience.

Supplemental Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position $1,803 per contact hour for an Adjunct Instructor,$1,906 per contact hour for an Adjunct Assistant Professor, and$2,009 per contact hour for an Adjunct Associate Professor.

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

St. John's offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. St. John's University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies.

• Medical
• Dental
• Life insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• Tuition remission
• Generous 403(b) employer contribution
• Employee assistance program
• Liberal paid time off policies

Faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John's performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events.

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.