Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor Tenure-Track - Criminal Justice

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor Tenure-Track - Criminal Justice

Tarleton State University

School of Criminology, Criminal Justice & Public Administration

Commensurate

Stephenville, Texas

Faculty

The Department of Criminal Justice, housed in the School of Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Public Administration within the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, invites outstanding and passionate candidates to apply for the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Criminal Justice position. Join our dynamic and rapidly expanding team, and contribute to our tradition of excellence in education.

Our program is distinguished by its focus on hands-on learning and its commitment to bridging academic knowledge with real-world application. Faculty and students benefit from initiatives such as the Peace Officer Tuition Exemption, extensive internship opportunities, and advanced training in crime analysis and mapping through partnerships with organizations like the Texas Law Enforcement Analyst Network. These resources empower our graduates to lead in the evolving field of criminal justice. If you're ready to inspire future leaders and advance scholarship in a collaborative and innovative environment, we look forward to hearing from you!

This is a 9-month tenured/tenure-track* position located on Tarleton's main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution's discretion.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, maintain an impactful research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, actively engage in mentoring and guiding doctoral students through their academic and research endeavors, fostering a supportive and enriching environment within our PhD program, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.

This announcement will fill two open vacancies.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
• Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
• Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
• Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
• Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
• Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.
• Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.

• Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant's academic discipline.
• Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant's discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, or exhibition.
• Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.

• Earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline from an accredited university.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

• Rank will be determined by reviewing the faculty member's record of years of experience and professional achievements in teaching, service, and research consistent with the Texas A&M system guidance.
  • *Must have a distinguished record that warrants a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.
  • Tenure upon arrival will be granted pending approval from The Texas A&M University System.
  • Credit towards tenure will be assessed and offered at hire

Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the "Submit" action.

• Completed online application
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
• Unofficial transcripts
• Philosophy Statement related to Teaching, and Research - no more than 1500 words.

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. "See resume" is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree-granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.