Criminal Justice Adjunct Faculty (EVENING COURSES) - Spring 2027

Union County College; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Union County College seeks Criminal Justice Adjunct Faculty for Evening Courses for Spring 2027 at the Cranford campus. The position requires teaching in-person and/or online and includes responsibilities such as grading, attendance, and alignment with program outcomes.

Candidates should hold a Master’s degree in the discipline and have some teaching experience. Official transcripts are required prior to interview and hire, with part-time terms and a focus on diverse learning environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in the discipline required unless otherwise specified.
• Some teaching experience is required.
• Official college transcripts must be submitted prior to interview. Additional official transcripts must be submitted to Human Resources upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with catalog descriptions and approved syllabi.
• Advises on absences and maintains accurate grade/attendance records.
• Participates in assessment of learning outcomes and improves course planning.

Skills

Certification

Teaching ability

Diversity in curriculum

Education

Master’s Degree

Teaching experience

Job description

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Criminal Justice Adjunct Faculty (EVENING COURSES) - Spring 2027

Below you will find the job description for the position including the requirements and any additional documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Position Information

Position Title Criminal Justice Adjunct Faculty (EVENING COURSES) - Spring 2027 Campus Cranford, Elizabeth, Plainfield Department Criminal Justice Full-time, Part-time, Adjunct Adjunct Exempt or Non-Exempt Exempt Regular,Temporary, or Grant Regular

General Description

• Faculty member’s responsibilities shall be teaching courses as assigned.
• Faculty member must possess a willingness to teach in person and/or be certified to teach online.

Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with description published in catalog and the approved course syllabus, in accordance with schedule of classes and incorporating interactive approaches, technologies and methods when possible.
• Incorporates an appreciation of diverse lifestyles, cultures and national perspectives into courses.
• Incorporates the use of the library into courses, uses writing as an instructional method, and utilizes computing and other academic technologies in courses when possible.
• Meets all scheduled class meetings.
• Advises Division Dean/Assistant Dean of absences in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate grade and attendance records for students enrolled in classes and submits required reports to Dean/ Assistant Dean or Student Records Office.
• Submits grades per published deadline.
• Participates in assessment of learning outcomes and demonstrates the use of the results of these assessments in course planning.
• Plans in advance to ensure availability of supplies, textbooks, and classroom equipment requisite to successful teaching of assigned classes.
• Submits progress reports on students for counseling, athletic oversight, and record keeping purposes and discusses with counselors and other appropriate personnel any problems of students which may require special attention.
• Adheres to College policies and procedures.

Education Requirements

• Master’s Degree in the discipline required unless otherwise specified.
• Some teaching experience is required.
• Official college transcripts must be submitted prior to interview. Additional official transcripts must be submitted to Human Resources upon hire.

Experience

Teaching experience at the community college level.

Competencies and Skills Required

• Certification or license as needed and appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduates.
• Willingness to use alternatives educational delivery systems and instructional techniques.
• Commitment to incorporation of library, computers, writing and culturally diverse perspective into the curriculum.
• Knowledge of competency-based education.
• Commitment to the practice of providing for out-of-class interaction with students.
• Fundamental competency in the use of information technology.
• Commitment to continued assessment of the teaching-learning process and its outcomes.
• Commitment to continual professional growth and development.
• Demonstrated mastery of subject matter of discipline.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position’s duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled.
• Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• Some travel required.

Salary Additional Information

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, disability, handicap or other legally protected status in its provision of employment, education, and activities, or other services.

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is an EEO / AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled

Disclaimer

This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes twenty medical plans to choose from including PPO , HMO and HD plans offered by BC/BS and Aetna, three dental plans including two PPOs and one DMO offered by Delta Dental of NJ, and a pension plan with seven investment carriers. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non-credit courses at Union College, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.

Terms of Employment

Part time. Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 09/28/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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• * If you heard of this employment opportunity from a print advertisement/publication, please indicate where you heard of this employment opportunity. If you have chosen a specific answer to question number one, please put "N/A" in the answer field.

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• * What is your highest level education obtained?
  • High School
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Graduate Degree
• * Do you have two (2) years of teaching experience or equivalent?
  • Yes
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Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (official due upon hire)

Optional Documents

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination, as required by state and/or federal law, in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs.