POSITION TITLE: Criminal Justice Faculty
DEPARTMENT: Division of Psychological and Social Sciences, College of
Arts, Sciences and Business (CASB)
POSITION STATUS: Full-time (9-month)
POSITION REPORTS TO: Division Director
JOB SUMMARY: With consultation of the Psychological and Social Sciences
Division Director and Program Director, the Criminal Justice Faculty is
responsible for the instruction of criminal justice, sociology, and first-year
seminar courses, advising and curricular initiatives of the criminal justice
program and minors. This is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position.
Major Responsibilities/Activities
Adheres to all university academic and employment policies identified in
the Employee and Faculty handbooks and academic catalogs
Participates in recruitment, retention, and development efforts in
coordination with division members and/or Enrollment Services
Fulfills full-time contracted teaching load as defined by the faculty
handbook, including 6 instructional units of first year seminar courses
Engages in Scholarship as defined by the Boyer Model, including, but not
limited to activities identified in the faculty handbook
Respects the moral and religious beliefs of the university and students;
uses discretion when expressing personal beliefs and views
Attends program, division, college, and university meetings as requested
Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Director, Division
Director, or college Dean
USF WAY:
University of Saint Francis (USF) employees demonstrate a commitment to the
University's mission and support of its Catholic and Franciscan traditions.
Employees provide the intellect, empathy, and ability to serve our students
and community. The USF Way of serving is a source of pride for many employees.
To provide a consistently high level of quality experience across our
university, we provide the following service expectations for all employees.
These standards have been tailored by position and responsibilities and are
incorporated into performance evaluations.
Standard #1: Provide opportunities for conversations, prayer, and reflection.
Standard #2: Utilize best practices in communication and service.
Apply care to your words and deeds to ensure respect for others.
Commit to follow through without exception and with quality.
Offer additional assistance after serving as in, “How else may I assist
you?”
Respond promptly, whether in person, via phone, or email.
Standard #3: Recognize and celebrate milestones and achievements.
Standard #4: Use resources wisely and support green initiatives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master's degree in criminal justice, criminology or related area required,
with a minimum of 18 credit hours of sociology courses; terminal degree
preferred
Experience
Evidence of successful teaching at the post-secondary level
Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrates competence in educational principles, instructional methods,
evaluation techniques and technology used in higher education classrooms,
laboratory, and clinical settings
Demonstrates knowledge of the profession including theory and practice,
procedures, and regulations
Demonstrates proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills
(verbal, written and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with
students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical
affiliates, and the community
Demonstrates skill in goal setting and team building
Demonstrates analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and
evaluate program activities
Demonstrates honesty and loyalty to the University and support its mission
and religious affiliation
Demonstrates ability to coordinate services to the needs of diverse
populations within the time and financial limits of the institution
Must be willing to work irregular, and sometimes long hours, including
weekends and university breaks
