Professor and Chair, Department of Criminal Justice, Greenspun College of Urban Affairs [R0147477]

University of Nevada, Las Vegas • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking applicants for the position of Chair of the Department of Criminal Justice. This is a full-time, 12-month position, at the rank of tenured Full Professor, to begin in July 2026. Areas of research/teaching expertise are open. The Chair will oversee the department's undergraduate and graduate programs, its faculty, general operations, and represent the department within the institution and to the broader community. The successful candidate will work to strengthen the department's many well-established partnerships with public and private agencies, as well as government entities at the city, county, state, and federal level. A successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to foster these and other community partnerships while also providing opportunities for students and faculty. The successful candidate will also work to develop interdisciplinary collaborations, innovative programs, and impactful student experiences.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in the social or behavioral sciences from a regionally accredited college or university.
• 5 or more years of academic experience.
• Eligibility for tenure at the rank of Full Professor.
• Demonstrated experience in administration, supervisory, and leadership.
• Strong record of teaching and scholarly publications.

Nice To Haves

• Strategically focused.
• Collaborative.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build and work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated capability to develop and mentor individuals and teams.
• Ability to resolve interpersonal conflict.
• Interest and experience with community engagement.
• Experience with course scheduling, monitoring budgets, and other administrative tasks.
• Evidence of innovative and effective teaching and mentoring.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the department's undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Manage faculty and general operations of the department.
• Represent the department within the institution and to the broader community.
• Strengthen partnerships with public and private agencies and government entities.
• Develop interdisciplinary collaborations and innovative programs.
• Provide opportunities for students and faculty.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools.
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree