Lecturer-Pool Faculty - Competency-Based Education Instruction in Criminal Justice (up to 4 pos[...]

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track lecturer to support online BAAS courses in Criminal Justice using competency-based education. Instructors of record evaluate student work, provide timely feedback, monitor progress, maintain regular communication, and help learners achieve mastery.

The position is a 9-month academic-year appointment with a 3-month summer term, requiring experience with online learning (Blackboard) and outcomes-based assessment.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in criminal justice, criminology, or closely related field.
• Five years of professional experience in criminal justice or related field.
• Experience with online learning environments (e.g. Blackboard).
• Experience with competency-based education or outcomes-based assessment.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of online BAAS courses in Criminal Justice using competency-based education.
• Instructors of record evaluate student work and provide timely feedback.
• Monitor student progress and maintain regular communication with students.
• Support learner persistence toward mastery of course competencies.
• Participate in required training and collaborate with program leadership to ensure instructional quality and consistency.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the program.
• Position structured as a 9-month academic-year appointment with a 3-month summer appointment.

Skills

Strong written communication

Feedback skills

Education

Master's degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Usual Duties

Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education (CBE) format for the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) in Criminal Justice.CBEcourses are fully online and designated to allow students to progress by demonstrating mastery of clearly defined competencies. Faculty serve as instructors of record and are responsible for evaluating student work; providing timely, individualized feedback; monitoring student progress; maintaining regular communication with students; and supporting learner persistence toward mastery of course competencies. Faculty participate in required training, collaborate with program leadership to ensure instructional quality and consistency, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the competency-based education program.

Department

College of Criminal Justice

Part Time, Non-Tenure Track

Open until filled: Yes

Requisition number: 202600106F

Usual Duties

Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education (CBE) format for the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) in Criminal Justice.CBEcourses are fully online and designated to allow students to progress by demonstrating mastery of clearly defined competencies. Faculty serve as instructors of record and are responsible for evaluating student work; providing timely, individualized feedback; monitoring student progress; maintaining regular communication with students; and supporting learner persistence toward mastery of course competencies. Faculty participate in required training, collaborate with program leadership to ensure instructional quality and consistency, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the competency-based education program. This position is structured as a 9-month academic-year appointment with an anticipated 3-month summer appointment to support the continuous delivery of the competency-based education program. Faculty are expected to provide instruction across multiple entry points throughout the calendar year, including summer, to ensure consistent support for student learning and progression.

Degree Requirements

Masters degree in criminal justice, criminology, or closely related field.

Experience Requirements

Minimum of five years of professional experience in criminal justice or related field. Strong written communication and feedback skills. Experience with online learning environments (e.g. Blackboard)

Other Requirements For The Position

Experience with competency-based education or outcomes-based assessment Experience working with adult learners Experience with supervising, training, or mentoring professionals

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Physical Address

Human Resources Department

1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202

P.O. Box 2356

Huntsville, TX 77341-2356

SHSU Employment Office: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Employment Portal: shsu.peopleadmin.com