ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Leadership and Supervision
- Articulates and communicates a clear vision, priorities, and goals for the Criminal Justice programs.
- Represents the interests of the Criminal Justice programs in relevant local, national, and international settings.
- Mentors and supervises faculty and staff associated with the Criminal Justice Programs.
Student Support and Experience
- Remains informed about contemporary challenges and opportunities facing undergraduate and graduate students.
- Collaborates with the Director of Student Engagement to enhance student recruitment, retention, persistence, advising, and alumni engagement.
- Initiates and participates in development activities to enhance scholarship opportunities for Criminal Justice students.
Strategic Planning and Program Development
- Leads the implementation of new initiatives and programs related to Criminal Justice.
- Develops strategic plans aligned with program goals and the broader objectives of the Division of Social Sciences.
Personnel and Resource Procurement and Oversight
- Assists the Dean with budget preparation and for the Criminal Justice programs.
- Recruits, supports, and evaluates faculty and adjunct instructors within the programs.
- Participates in personnel reviews and assessment processes.
Quality Control and Reporting
- Establishes and leads quality assurance processes to ensure adherence to accreditation standards and college policies.
- Provides performance evaluations and other reporting for the Criminal Justice programs.
- Participates as a member of the college committees, including Admissions, Advising, Student Concerns, and Curriculum Committees.
- Engages in research, teaching, and service activities as developed in consultation with the Dean.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
- Earned Doctorate in Criminal Justice or a related field (Juris Doctorate acceptable).
- Proven record of accomplishment consistent with the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.
- Two (2) years of administrative or management experience, or a history of progressively responsible administrative/leadership experience.
- Strong commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion across curriculum and institutional processes.
- May be required to work additional hours during the academic year which may include early/late hours or occasional weekends.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, utilizing Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams, and other related software programs.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work independently with little direction.
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work; ability to multi-task.
- Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; pays attention to detail.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; excellent interpersonal skills.
- Conscientious, enthusiastic, approachable; strong work ethic.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, research interest, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
EOE M/F/D/V
