Assistant Professor, School of Policy, Justice, and Public Safety

4 weeks ago

Columbus, United States Columbus State University Full time

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions ¿ and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.

CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.

Job Summary

The School of Policy, Justice, and Public Safety at Columbus State University invites candidates to apply for an Assistant Professor position. Applicants should be willing and able to teach courses in their area of expertise and contribute to some of the core Criminal Justice courses based on program need. Specialization in the areas of forensics, policing, courts, and social justice is preferred. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Applicants must have the ability to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements.

Responsibilities

Candidates are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment or potential for excellence in teaching, advising, and mentoring students along with an active research and service agenda. Preference will be given to candidates who can expand course offerings related to his or her specializations for the department and make use of experiential learning. Candidates who have a strong desire to incorporate undergraduate students in their research and/or service activities are preferred. Specializations are open. Normal teaching load is four classes per semester in both introductory and upper-level criminal justice courses. Courses may be taught during daytime and evening hours, using a variety of modalities such as face-to-face, online, and hybrid.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related discipline. ABDs will be considered, but degree must be completed by the effective date of appointment. The ideal candidate should have college-level teaching experience, evidence of scholarly contributions to the fields of criminal justice and/or criminology and a commitment to undergraduate student research. The successful candidate will use active learning strategies which increase student engagement in the learning process.

Proposed Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Applications for part-time and full-time faculty positions must include transcripts of all academic work, and official transcripts must be presented prior to campus visit if selected for interview. Applicants must have the ability to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements, in particular a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline. A successful criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment.

Required Documents to Submit with Online Application:

* Cover Letter/Letter of Application
* Curriculum Vitae
* Unofficial Transcripts
* Statement of Teaching Philosophy
* Evidence of Effective Teaching
* Statement of Research and Service Agenda
* Contact information of three persons willing to provide letters of reference.

All applications and required documents must be submitted using the Columbus State University¿s online employment site.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Kimberly Gill, Department Chair of School of Policy, Justice, and Public Safety, Columbus State University, 4225 University Avenue, Columbus, GA 31907; or e-mail to gill_kimberly1@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

* A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
* Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities;
* Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle.
* Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

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