[Hiring] Adjunct Faculty - Introduction to Criminal Justice @University of Maryland Global Campus

Role Description

This position is specifically to teach remotely for stateside applicants. Local applicants only; UMGC does not sponsor logistical support for this role.

Introduction to Criminal Justice (CCJS 100): An introduction to the three primary components of the criminal justice system: law enforcement, courts, and corrections. The objective is to identify the components of the system, the practitioners within the system and their role in policy formation and implementation, and the major theoretical tenets of criminal behavior. Topics include community relations, the impact of criminal behavior, and the importance of research in the field of criminal justice.

As an Adjunct Faculty member, you are the essential partner helping students bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world career success.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Professional experience in Criminal Justice.
• Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.
• Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English sufficient to effectively teach course content, communicate with students, and evaluate academic work in English.
• A deeply student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity, and cultural responsiveness.

Requirements

• Experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment.
• Prior postsecondary teaching experience.
• Active engagement in your discipline's professional community.

Benefits

• Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. Note: Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates.
• Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

Company Description

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

UMGC is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities.