Coordinator of MSCJ Program - In person

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Assistant/Associate Professor and Coordinator of MSCJ Program (Rank is open and determined based on qualifications). This is a 12-month position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position reports to the Dean of Graduate School and is responsible for administrative leadership, teaching, and advising within the MSCJ program.

The candidate will be responsible for planning, preparing, delivering, and evaluating graduate asynchronous and synchronous instruction and related activities in the MSCJ program. In addition, the candidate will perform other duties as directed by the Dean of Graduate School. The appointment is a tenure track position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Ph.D. or Doctorate in Criminal Justice

2. Proficiency in areas of Criminal Justice

3. Knowledge of instructional technology

4. Experience in teaching online and hybrid courses

5. Experience in adult education or understanding of adult learning theories 

6. Corporate experience preferred

7. Quality Matters Online Teaching Certification preferred

THE PROGRAM:

The program offers an online MSCJ Master of Criminal Justice.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinate administrative functions for the MSCJ program

2. Teach a reduced load of graduate courses

3. Approves capstone projects

4. Represent the College at community and professional meetings

5. Serve as the program spokesperson

6. Prepare course materials

7. Provide students’ syllabus that delineates course objectives, learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the School, textbooks, reading assignments timelines, evaluation criteria, and other deliverables

8. Use the College’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments, and other materials and to communicate with students

9. Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered

10. Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, or examinations; provide feedback promptly on student progress

11. Be available for student consultation by phone or email by scheduling online office hours

12. Maintain records of enrollment and attendance, assessments and grades, submit class rosters and grade by the deadlines established by the University

13. Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available, and use feedback to improve course delivery

14. Revise and update course content as needed

15. Meet with the Dean as needed to discuss all aspects of the course, including student progress and curriculum development (may be required to provide input into program development)

16. Assist the Dean in the collection of assessment data for the online program

17. Programmatically advise online students using group or other advising methods

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment

• Current knowledge of the relevant discipline

• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching diverse learners

• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students

• Ability to respond to the needs of learners from a variety of educational backgrounds in a

multicultural environment

• Ability to deliver course outcomes and content through a variety of teaching/learning styles

• Ability to use technology effectively in teaching

• Respect for students and a genuine interest in their learning

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Good organizational skills and timeliness in responding to student inquiries

• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with students and

colleagues

• Experience with teaching online or hybrid format

SUPERVISION AND EVALUATION

• The Graduate School Dean evaluates the performance of this job in accordance with provisions of the Jarvis Christian University Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

• Assume responsibility for own professional growth and development, keeping current of best practices in the area of responsibility

ETHICAL BEHAVIOR

• Adhere to the Jarvis Christian University Code of Ethics

Located in beautiful Hawkins, Texas, Jarvis Christian University, private, co-ed Historically Black Liberal Arts, four-year institution with a rich history and high standards of educational excellence. Founded in 1912, we are affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)., The mission of the university is to prepare a diverse population of lifelong learners intellectually, socially, spiritually, and personally through providing interactive services and using varied modalities of instructional delivery. Jarvis Christian is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and, this year, is celebrating 110 years of educating students. Jarvis Christian offers programs in Criminal Justice, Business Management, Religion, Data Analytics and Cybersecurity and attracts a diverse student body from 22 states and cover 60 nations.

Company Description

Located in beautiful Hawkins, Texas, Jarvis Christian University, private, co-ed Historically Black Liberal Arts, four-year institution with a rich history and high standards of educational excellence. Founded in 1912, we are affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)., The mission of the university is to prepare a diverse population of lifelong learners intellectually, socially, spiritually, and personally through providing interactive services and using varied modalities of instructional delivery. Jarvis Christian is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and, this year, is celebrating 110 years of educating students. Jarvis Christian offers programs in Criminal Justice, Business Management, Religion, Data Analytics and Cybersecurity and attracts a diverse student body from 22 states and cover 60 nations.