Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice (AA28027)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Mankato, MN

About The Position

The Department of Criminal Justice at Minnesota State University, Mankato invites applications for a probationary, tenure-track Assistant Professor beginning August 16, 2027. The position supports undergraduate and graduate programs through teaching and advising, scholarship, advising master's theses, continuing preparation, and service to the University, community, and discipline. A typical faculty workload may include up to 24 instructional credits per academic year. The successful candidate may teach in other areas as assigned and qualified and may develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the University's additional locations. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, instruction, and evaluation; conduct productive research and mentor students in research; help develop innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion; and may develop external grant funding opportunities. The faculty member will teach undergraduate and/or graduate Criminal Justice courses and advise majors in any Criminal Justice emphasis. All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, continuing preparation and study, contributions to student growth and development, and service to the University and community. The Criminal Justice Department serves approximately 450 students through a collaborative program with three emphases, including Corrections and Policing, and has a growing Master's Program. The position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience within the stated contractual range of $64,963 to $193,146. The University may be able to provide employment visa sponsorship for qualified candidates, subject to USCIS guidelines and eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Completed Juris Doctorate, or a completed master's degree (M.A., M.P.A., or M.S.) in Police Studies, Public Administration, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a related field with research in Criminal Justice.
Documented experience with college-level teaching and/or criminal justice training instruction in a face-to-face environment.
At least five years of service as a sworn, licensed law enforcement officer in the United States at the local, state, county, or federal level, or as an employee of an affiliated criminal justice organization or institution.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and foster an inclusive, respectful, and equitable professional environment.
Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse student population and apply an equity lens to Criminal Justice classes and students, including social justice and/or anti-racism.
Ability to work safely and complete required safety training and job tasks in accordance with University policies and procedures, using appropriate tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Completed doctorate or ABD (Ph.D., Ed.D., or Doctor of Public Administration) in Law Enforcement, Police Studies, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Public Administration, Homeland Security, or another discipline with related Criminal Justice research.
Demonstrated experience fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment while working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated effective written, oral communication, and presentation skills.
Good standing with the candidate's professional licensing organization, if applicable.
Demonstrated service in the community and Criminal Justice profession.
Demonstrated commitment to developing students who are culturally responsive in the Criminal Justice field.
Demonstrated ability to teach at least four listed courses: Intro to Criminal Justice; Criminal Law and Procedure; Courts and Judicial Decisions; MN Laws, Rules, and Statues; Criminal Investigations; Peacekeeping and Community Relations; Peace Officers and Human Behavior; Peace Officer Communications; Peace Officers Stress and Wellness; Victims/Survivors: Criminal Justice Response; Comparative Criminal Justice Systems.
Demonstrated commitment to teaching with technology in the classroom and teaching online courses.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Criminal Justice, with a typical workload of up to 24 instructional credits per academic year.
Advise students in any of the Criminal Justice emphases and advise master's theses.
Develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at additional University locations as assigned.
Engage in scholarship or creative activity and conduct productive research; mentor students in research.
Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction, and evaluation.
Contribute to student growth and development and support recruitment, retention, and completion through innovative strategies.
Engage in continuing preparation and study.
Provide service to the University, community, and discipline.
Teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
Potentially develop external grant funding opportunities.

Benefits

Low-cost medical insurance with affordable deductibles.
Low-cost dental insurance with affordable deductibles.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a rollover option.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
12 paid holidays.
Generous vacation and sick time.
Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and other investment options.
Professional development support.
Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents.