Adjunct Faculty in Criminal Justice

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty in Criminal Justice.

Position Details

Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States

Division School of Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, and Security

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Part Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications for Adjunct Faculty will be accepted on an ongoing basis and will be reviewed as needed. For full consideration, submit a letter of application/cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, and names and email addresses of three references. The letter should summarize academic preparation, professional experience, and any teaching experience.

First 20 applicants will receive priority review. After the first 20 applications are reviewed, applications will be reviewed in batches of 20 on an as needed basis.

Job Summary

Adjunct faculty members facilitate students’ achievement of course objectives and competencies as determined by the program. Adjuncts may teach a variety of criminal justice courses, as needed by the program.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face, interactive video, or online course delivery and instruction of assigned classes.

• Prepare and submit syllabi, grades, assessment data, and other required course documentation in a timely manner.

• Communicate course requirements and expectations to students

• Assist students with course material as necessary, potentially outside of class time.

• Be available to students through office hours (face to face or virtual).

• Be responsive to students, director, and staff via USM email.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

(1) Master's degree from an accredited college or university, and 18 hours of graduate-level coursework in criminal justice or closely related fields from an accredited university; or

(2) For teaching law-focused criminal justice courses, the following may substitute for the qualifications listed above: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school at an accredited college or university, and completion of law school or graduate-level coursework closely related to the assigned classes from an accredited university and significant documented work experience closely related to the assigned classes sufficient to be credentialed to teach the assigned classes.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of content in assigned course of instruction.

• Ability to teach effectively (both online and in traditional settings) at the university level.

• Strong written and oral communications skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with others from diverse backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in criminal justice or Ph.D. in criminal justice from an accredited college or university. Professional experience in field related to assigned course of instruction.

Teaching experience at the university level, with demonstrated success in role.

Experience with online course delivery and instruction.

Experience with the Canvas learning management system.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.