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Westfield State University

Associate Professor / Professor of Criminal Justice - Tenure Track

Westfield State University, Westfield, Massachusetts, us, 01085


Associate Professor / Professor of Criminal Justice - Tenure TrackCategory:

Faculty/LibrariansDepartment:

Criminal JusticeLocations:

Westfield, MAPosted:

Sep 30, 2024Closes:

Open Until FilledType:

Full-timePosition ID:

181611About Westfield State University:In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst.Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community MemberYou are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University.Our ValuesEmbrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.Maintain Excellence and Integrity - We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.Collaborate with Each Other - We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.Provide Accessible Education - We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.Job Description:Campus Title:

Associate Professor/Professor of Criminal Justice - Tenure TrackState Job Title:

Associate Professor or ProfessorDepartment:

Criminal JusticeJob Code:

HA3100 or HA3000FLSA Status:

ExemptFunding:

7115-0100Bargaining Unit:

MSCAJob Type:

Full-TimeTimeframe:

Academic YearShift:

TBDRegular Days Off:

Saturday and SundaySalary:

$85,000.00 to $115,000.00 (salary commensurate with education and experience)ANTICIPATED START DATE:

January 2025Westfield State University's Department of Criminal Justice seeks a candidate, at the Associate Professor or Professor level (rank commensurate with experience), to teach and serve as Department Chair in the Criminal Justice program.Position DescriptionThe Department Chair has both administrative and teaching responsibilities. As Department Chair, this position coordinates academic programming for the Criminal Justice Department; this includes program assessment; curriculum development; course scheduling; vetting adjunct instructors; collecting and communicating resource needs on behalf of the department; schedules and facilitates department meetings and participates in department chair meetings.Teaching responsibilities include the development and teaching of undergraduate courses, advising, service, as well as continuing scholarship. The ideal candidate is expected to provide excellence in teaching across multiple modalities including face-to-face, online, and hybrid classes.Duties and Responsibilities:Oversight of undergraduate majors/minors and criminal justice affiliated programs.Lead the department in curricular vision, innovation, and student focused practice.Teaching, service, and scholarship.Work closely with colleagues and Academic Affairs leadership.Requirements:Education and/or ExperiencePh.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related field.Three or more years of academic leadership experience.Five or more years of demonstrated effective teaching in a tenure-track position.Experience with curriculum design and evaluation of program outcomes.Experience in a union environment preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesCandidates should have a demonstrated track record of outstanding academic scholarship, as well as evidence of successful teaching and advising experience in a field of criminal justice.Proven understanding of and commitment to the public college mission and its role in higher education.Commitment to inclusivity and understanding of diverse learning styles and abilities of students, faculty, and staff.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Application Instructions:An online application is required.

A complete application includes:Unofficial copy of transcripts of highest degreeContact information for three reference letter providersStatement of teaching philosophy with areas for continuing scholarshipEvidence of quality teaching (such as summaries of teaching evaluations)A one-page statement that discusses the candidate's leadership skills, experiences and philosophyA one-page statement that discusses the candidate's commitment to inclusivity and understanding of diverse learning styles and abilities of students, faculty, and staffApplication deadline: Review of applications will begin in October 2024. The job will remain open until finalists have been selected.

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