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Assistant Professor Criminal Justice

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Kentucky State University
Location
Frankfort, KY, US
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Social Sciences, Criminal Justice
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Assistant Professor
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Full Time
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Four-Year Institution
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TITLE: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
DEPARTMENT: School of Criminal Justice
REPORTS TO: Chair, School of Criminal Justice
CLASSIFICATION: Faculty-9 months
EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt


JOB SUMMARY:
 The Kentucky State University School of Criminal Justice is experiencing rapid enrollment growth and program innovation. We are currently seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our Criminal Justice Department as an Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will contribute to our academic community through teaching across the criminal justice curriculum, grant writing and research, and service activities. This position offers an exciting opportunity for the applicant to establish a program of research in their area, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of criminal justice. Experience in criminology, law enforcement, corrections, forensic science, or other related areas is desired, but candidates from other areas of specialization will be considered. Quality Matters certification is preferred.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in criminal justice in face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities.
  • Conduct original research in a specialized area of criminal justice, leading to scholarly publications and presentations.
  • Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in their academic and professional development.
  • Participate in departmental and university service activities, including committee work and academic advising.
  • Contribute to the ongoing development and assessment of the criminal justice curriculum.
    • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related field, prepared to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
  • Demonstrated expertise and scholarly activity in a specialized area of criminal justice.
  • Strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students; Commitment to teaching in a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) preferred.
  • Potential to conduct high-quality research and publish in reputable academic journals. Record of successful grant writing, research, and publication preferred.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a positive work environment.
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and service activities.
    • SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

    The successful candidate will supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate research, as well as any research assistants hired to work on grant projects.OTHER DUTIES:

    Performs other related duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related field from an accredited university.
  • Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching, grant writing, research, and service.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
    • Licensing and Certifications:

    As required by the applicant's area of specialization.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:
         The Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice position is primarily based on-campus. The position involves a combination of teaching, research, and service responsibilities, with regular office hours and participation in departmental meetings and events. Occasional travel for conferences and professional development may be required. This position requires the ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods. Occasional lifting and carrying of materials may be required during teaching and research activities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

    Applicants must submit a cover letter describing their teaching philosophy and adaptability to course modalities, graduate transcript(s), a current curriculum vitae, a research statement, and contact information for three professional references to the Kentucky State University Faculty Career portal.

     

    https://www.kysu.edu/president/human-resources/employment.php

     

     

    Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa

    Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.

     

     


     

     

    KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.

     

     

    Organization

    Our Mission

    Kentucky State University is the state's unique, small, liberal studies institution with the lowest student-faculty ratio in the state system. The University shall serve as a residential institution with a range of traditional collegiate programs appropriate to its unique role.

    Geographic Region
    Kentucky State University's geographic region shall be state-wide for its liberal studies mission, its land grant functions, and its service to state government. In addition, Kentucky State University's primary service area for commuting students shall be for Franklin and contiguous counties.

    Institutional Admission Standards
    Kentucky State University shall admit students to the institution under selective admission standards to which exceed the minimum guidelines established by the Council on Higher Education, with only limited exceptions. Institutional policy for admitting under-prepared students, including the removal of academic deficiencies within a specified time frame. Through this approach, the University seeks to provide broad access and high-quality programs.

    Degree Levels
    Selected associate and baccalaureate degree programs shall be oriented toward liberal studies and selected career opportunities related to state government services. Kentucky State University shall offer selected master's degree programs based on demonstrated need, with priority given to a public administration curriculum to meet the needs of state government.

    Strategic Directions/Program Priorities
    The University shall focus on liberal studies programming. Drawing upon its African-American heritage, the University will promote the values and methods of interdisciplinary and multicultural education in its liberal studies offerings. All students shall participate in common curricula that explore the liberal studies. Drawing upon the multicultural strengths of the University, emphasis shall be placed on preparing minority students for careers in education and in other selected professions including business, computer science, nursing, human services, and public services. These strategic priorities translate into a core of liberal arts baccalaureate degree programs, in addition to degree programs at the associate [A], baccalaureate [B], and master's [M] levels that may include the following: education [B]; business [B]; computer science [A,B]; nursing [A]; home economics [B]; human services [B]; and public administration [B,M].

    Enhancement of Instruction
    The University shall emphasize teaching. Meeting student needs shall be paramount. The University shall focus on the needs of its students, which include, but are not limited to, full-time and part-time residential students, commuting students from its primary service area, and state governmental employees.

    Service and Research Functions
    Kentucky State University, as the 1890 land grant institution in the system, shall carry out its responsibilities under federal law and participate fully in appropriate U.S. Department of Agriculture programs, in accord with the mission of the University.

    Kentucky State University shall be the major repository for the collection of books, records, and artifacts relative to the history and status of African-American citizens of the Commonwealth and elsewhere. The University shall make such materials available for casual and scholarly study.

    Kentucky State University shall focus on meeting the applied research and service needs of state government.

    Collaborative Ventures
    The priority master's degree program offered by Kentucky State University shall be carefully articulated with related doctoral programs offered by the doctoral-granting institutions in the system. The University shall develop and employ telecommunication resources to communicate with other institutions in the fulfillment of its mission. Curriculum development shall emphasize the transfer of credits form other institutions toward degree completion.

    Kentucky State University shall promote cost effectiveness in academic programming and institutional management. Strategic planning resulting in the elimination of duplicative or non-productive programs is essential while the development of carefully selected new programs compatible with the mission is appropriate. Measures of quality and performance shall be the foundation of the University's accountability system which promotes the continuous improvement of programs and services.

    Efficiency and Effectiveness
    Kentucky State University shall promote cost effectiveness in academic programming and institutional management. Strategic planning resulting in the elimination of duplicative or non-productive programs is essential while the development of carefully selected new programs compatible with the mission is appropriate. Measures of quality and performance shall be the foundation of the University's accountability system which promotes the continuous improvement of programs and services.

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    400 E Main St
     Frankfort
    Kentucky
    40601
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