Adjunct - Criminal Justice

POSITION SUMMARY:


Part-time faculty with in-person and/or online teaching experience for undergraduate courses in Criminal Justice. The applicant must possess proper qualifications as well as a strong Christian background and be in agreement with the University's statement of faith.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide quality instruction of students in Criminal Justice courses
• Follow the department's course syllabus, assess and provide feedback on coursework, track attendance, etc.
• Be available to teach courses in the timeslots needed to support the goals of the University
• Regularly and effectively communicate with the Program Director, School Chair, and/or Program Coordinator
• Respond to students, faculty, and staff in a timely manner
• Utilize current technologies and incorporate current topics as they relate to course materials
• Support the mission and goals of the University

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and organizational skills necessary to the position
• Flexible in meeting scheduling needs that vary in duration and time of day

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate-level hours in Criminal Justice required. Master's or Ph.D. in Criminal Justice.
• Teaching experience. Experience with various teaching delivery formats (on-ground, virtual, online, blended) preferred.
• MACU seeks those who value teaching students and wish to contribute fully to the life and mission of the University.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Proficient with learning management systems, such as Canvas, D2L, Blackboard, etc.
• Proficient with virtual delivery systems, such as Google Meet or Zoom.
• Proficient with productivity software, such as Microsoft Word and Excel or Google Docs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demands as appropriate for successful performance in this position.

• Operate a computer with a keyboard, pointing device, web cam, and speakers
• Stand and sit for extended periods of time
• Walk around the classroom and to/from parking lots and buildings
• Stand, bend, and crouch
• Reach, grasp, move, and hold objects
• Verbally express information or instructions
• Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 20 pounds
• Exercise clear vision at 20 inches or less and adjust focus
• Judge distances and spatial relationships

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Traditional classroom settings with possibilities of online, asynchronous or synchronous (virtual) instruction. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.