Community Faculty - Criminology and Criminal Justice

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities • Saint Paul, MN

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Metro State University, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is considering candidates for adjunct professors of Criminology and Criminal Justice. This is not a vacancy, but rather joining a pool for consideration should an opening become available. Metro State University empowers learners to transform their lives and communities through relevant, student-centered education in an inclusive, anti-racist, and supportive learning environment. The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters, and applied doctoral degrees, equipping diverse learners with the knowledge, communication, critical thinking skills, and information literacy to analyze and resolve problems. Metro State is recognized for its commitment to social mobility and community engagement, with a strategic plan focused on student success, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. The College of Community Studies and Public Affairs (CCSPA) houses the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and is dedicated to community-engaged programs that contribute to the growth and sustainability of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Advancement of equity, inclusion, and anti-racism are integral to the college's faculty and staff.

Requirements

• All faculty teaching undergraduate courses must meet one of the following minimum qualifications: A Master’s degree, or terminal degree (e.g., Ph. D., Ed.D., M.F.A., D.N.P., D.B.A.) in discipline, subfield or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach. A J.D. degree with expertise in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
• A Master’s degree, terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D, M.F.A., D.N.P.) or J. D. with expertise in a different discipline or subfield in which they teach and at least 18 semester hour credits of graduate coursework in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
• A Master’s degree, terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D, M.F.A., D.N.P.), or J. D. with expertise in a different discipline or subfield in which they teach and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
• A Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A., B.S., B.S.N., B.F.A.) in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach, and at least 18 semester hour credits of graduate coursework or an equivalent amount of professional certification in the discipline or subfield in which they teach.
• A Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A., B.S., B.S.N., B.F.A.) in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach; and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach or 1 year of work experience and discipline-specific certification.
• All faculty teaching graduate level courses must meet one of the following minimum qualifications: A terminal degree (e.g., Ph. D., Ed.D., M.F.A, D.N.P., D.B.A.) in the discipline, subfield or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
• A J.D. degree with expertise in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
• A Master’s degree in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach and at least 18 semester hour credits of terminal degree graduate coursework in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
• A Master’s degree in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach; and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to serving a diverse student body by delivering a student-centered education and using approaches that support equitable outcomes for all students.
• Provide excellent learning environments through in-person, online, and/or hybrid course modalities.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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
• Various investment options
• Professional development
• Tuition waivers for both you and your dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level