Lecturer Criminal Justice-SPS

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word is seeking qualified part-time Lecturer candidates in Criminal Justice. The role involves teaching online and in-person classes, developing curriculum, and providing timely feedback to students. Candidates must meet education requirements and be able to teach day, evening, and weekend sections as needed.

Open to online course delivery and in-person engagement, with duties assigned per term. Posting reflects part-time faculty expectations and UIW mission alignment.

Qualifications

• PhD or Doctorate in Criminal Justice with 18 CJ credits minimum.
• Master's degree in Criminal Justice or related field with 18 CJ credits.
• Ability to deliver online instruction using instructional technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver courses online or in person as assigned.
• Prepare outlines, syllabi, and meaningful assessments.
• Engage with students and provide timely feedback.
• Collaborate with department to ensure curriculum outcomes are met.

Skills

Online teaching

Course design

Assessments

Student support

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Doctorate in Criminal Justice

Master's in Criminal Justice

Job description

Position Summary

The School of Professional Studies invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer, Criminal Justice. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed during the academic year beginning summer 2026. Note that part-time faculty are assigned for one term at a time.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties:

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• May be given the opportunity to design and update courses as needed.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn and answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver all instruction online.
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening, and weekend sections as needed.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

• Graduate Instruction:Doctorate in Criminal Justice, or Doctorate in another discipline with at least 18 hours in Criminal Justice.
• Undergraduate Instruction:Master's Degree in Criminal Justice, or Master's Degree in another discipline with at least 18 hours in Criminal Justice.

Required Work Experience

Experience teaching Criminal Justice in a college or university setting. Note that relevant training/teaching experience in other settings or significant industry experience in this field will be considered in lieu of said required experience.

Preferred Qualifications

None specified.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number

UN1035PO

Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

Faculty

Reports To

Dean SPS

Salary

$1250 - $3500 per online class based on student count; $2450 per in-person class with Master's; $2750 per in-person class with PhD

Open Date

06/24/2026

Close Date

04/30/2027

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

N/A.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).