Criminal Justice Educator (Hybrid) — Teach, Advise, Impact

Lamar University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

State of Texas Retirement plans

Tuition covered at 100% for employees,

Job summary

Lamar University in Beaumont, TX invites applications for a nine-month, full-time Instructor of Criminal Justice. The position focuses on high-quality undergraduate instruction in face-to-face and online settings, advising, mentoring, and supporting student career development, with responsibilities in curriculum coordination and program assessment.

The successful candidate will stay current in the field, participate in departmental service, and collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• At least 18 graduate semester credit hours in criminal justice, criminology, or a closely related discipline sufficient to meet faculty credentialing requirements.
• Academic preparation to teach a broad range of undergraduate Criminal Justice courses.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate Criminal Justice courses.
• Ability to use instructional technologies and learning management systems to support teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Criminal Justice courses in face-to-face and online environments; develop and deliver course materials; assess student learning outcomes; provide academic advising, mentoring, and career guidance; maintain office hours; and support student success, retention, and professional development.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation-related activities, instructional planning, student recruitment and retention initiatives, and other departmental academic priorities.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities; engage in professional development; and support community engagement, internships, and activities that enhance student learning and career readiness.

Skills

Teaching experience

Instructional technology

Advising & mentoring

Education

Master’s degree or higher

18 graduate credit hours in CJ or related

Doctoral degree (desired)

Job description

Lamar University in Beaumont, TX invites applications for a nine-month, full-time Instructor of Criminal Justice. The position focuses on high-quality undergraduate instruction in face-to-face and online settings, advising, mentoring, and supporting student career development, with responsibilities in curriculum coordination and program assessment.

The successful candidate will stay current in the field, participate in departmental service, and collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and