Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Eastern New Mexico University; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern New Mexico University’s Criminal Justice program seeks applications for a full-time position beginning in January 2027. The appointment will be at a rank commensurate with academic training and experience, with a nine-month contract and possible summer contracts as needed.

The search emphasizes excellent undergraduate education and a supportive campus culture in a resident setting. Responsibilities include teaching four undergraduate sections per semester across face-to-face, lecture

Qualifications

• Ph.D. preferred for tenure-track teaching undergraduate courses; ABD considered with Spring 2027 completion.
• JD, MA, or MS with substantial teaching experience may be considered for a renewable Instructor position.
• Higher-education teaching experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach 4 undergraduate course sections (12-hour load) per semester in person, lecture capture, or web platforms.
• Develop new curriculum and assessment to support program learning outcomes.
• Provide advising for undergraduate students (residential and distance).
• Engage in scholarship and service commensurate with rank; mentor student research.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Curriculum development

Student advising

Scholarly research

Interpersonal skills

Education

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice

ABD with Spring 2027 completion

JD/MA/MS teaching experience

Job description

Position Summary: Eastern New Mexico University’s Criminal Justice program seeks applications for a full-time position beginning in January 2027. Appointment will be at a rank commensurate with academic training and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately; the position will remain open until filled. This is a residential appointment in a collegial department with a supportive campus culture, and campus presence is required. ENMU seeks candidates committed to excellent undergraduate education and student success within the framework of the teacher-scholar model.

Desired areas of concentration may include, but are not limited to: victimization, criminal investigations, juvenile justice, expertise in substantive criminal and procedural law, and social aspects of criminal justice (e.g. ethics; police & society) to supplement strong program emphases in Law Enforcement and Criminology in a major with close ties to the Sociology program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach 4 undergraduate course sections (12-hour load) each semester in face-to-face, lecture capture, and/or web platforms. Course load includes lower- and upper-division coursework in consultation with departmental colleagues.
• Expectations for scholarship and service will be commensurate with rank. Faculty are required to serve the department and the institution, mentor student research, and remain current and active in the profession. Tenure-track faculty should maintain a consistent record of scholarly research that includes publications and presentations in peer-reviewed venues.
• Development of new curriculum and assessment to support program learning outcomes.
• Provide advising for undergraduate students (residential and distance students)
• Contract is for Nine (9) months. Additional summer contracts may be available, based on department need.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned and/or as outlined in the Faculty Handbook

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or related discipline preferred for tenure-track position teaching undergraduate courses at all levels; ABD with completion date by Spring 2027 will be considered.
• JD, MA, or MS with substantial professional and/or university-level teaching experience noted above may be considered for a renewable three-year Instructor position. Higher-education teaching experience and/or related career experience is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to teach introductory and advanced coursework in Criminal Justice and related areas in Sociology, as determined by program, Ability to develop courses in areas such as Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, Procedural Law, Immigration (law and social aspects), Criminal Investigations, Police/Community Relations, Counter-terrorism and/or Introduction to Criminal Justice.
• Applicants must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and commitment to excellence in teaching students of diverse backgrounds.

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:

• Work is sedentary in nature that at times requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a consistent amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Essential Functions: [As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities, physical demands, and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity /Title IX/IPRA. Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone]. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore, ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either [e-mail] [phone], or Curry Hall Office 127, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for inspection of public records should be sent to [e-mail]. For any other inquiries, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or e-mail [e-mail].