Part-Time Faculty Criminal Justice

Columbus State University; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia invites applications for a pool of part-time faculty to teach on an as-needed basis across our five campuses, delivering undergraduate courses in criminal justice online or face-to-face and providing timely feedback.

Requirements include a Master's degree in criminal justice (or closely related field) and prior teaching experience; candidates must submit a CV, cover letter, transcripts, teaching philosophy, and three professional references.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in criminal justice, or a closely related field is required.
• Prior teaching experience at any level, with preference given to undergraduate teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach at minimum one course in the criminal justice curriculum, online or face-to-face.
• Maintain accurate course-related records and promptly assess coursework.
• Provide timely feedback on student progress.
• Attend meetings as requested.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Technology in classroom

Inclusive classroom environment

Education

Master's degree in criminal justice

Prior teaching experience (undergraduate preferred)

Job description

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

The Department of Criminal Justice at The University of North Georgia invites applications for a pool of part-time faculty members to teach on an as-needed basis across our five campuses.

• As an part-time faculty member, you will employ a variety of effective strategies to enhance student learning, stimulate class discussions, and encourage active participation. You will be responsible for teaching, at minimum, one course in the criminal justice curriculum, either online or face-to-face, at one of our five campus locations, as needed, maintaining accurate course-related records, promptly assessing student coursework, and providing timely feedback on their progress.
• As a member of the professional teaching staff, you will play a key role in implementing the mission of the University of North Georgia and delivering high-quality instruction in your respective discipline.
• The ideal candidate will be able to effectively engage the UNG student population and meet the standards set by our accreditation agency. Responsibilities may include teaching during the day, evening, weekends, and/or online instruction.
• Teach and conduct college courses for undergraduate students.
• Prepare and deliver course instructions using instructional materials.
• Develop, administer, and grade assignments and assessments.
• Submit university required academic records such as roll verification forms and final grades.
• Attend meetings as requested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use technology effectively in the classroom, including learning management systems and educational software.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encourages active participation, collaboration, and critical discussion.

• Master's degree in criminal justice, or a closely related field is required.
• Prior teaching experience at any level, with preference given to teaching experience in an undergraduate setting.

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Transcripts, and Teaching Philosophy
• Contact information for three professional references

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affluent Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.

• Position of Trust + Education

• If you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course-by-course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members at http://www.naces.org/members.htm.