Tenure Track, Assistant Professor - Criminal Justice

Overview

The Criminal Justice Department at Utah Valley University (UVU) offers an exciting opportunity for a tenure-track faculty member to join a growing, student-centered, and community-engaged program in one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. UVU is known for its commitment to teaching excellence, inclusive access, and applied learning, and the Criminal Justice Department reflects these values through small class sizes, strong mentorship of students, and close partnerships with local, state, and federal justice agencies.

Faculty enjoy a collaborative departmental culture, meaningful opportunities for curriculum innovation and interdisciplinary work, and strong institutional support for teaching, scholarship, and professional growth. Located in Utah County along the Wasatch Front, UVU offers an exceptional quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, a vibrant community, and proximity to major metropolitan areas, making this an ideal place to launch or continue an impactful academic career.

• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate methods for educational delivery.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
• Engages in scholarly activities including applied research and produces scholarly/creative work consistent with disciplinary specialization and the academic goals of the department.
• Serves the department, college, and university by attending departmental meetings, working on committees, and accepting other service appointments.

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a PhD, JD (ABD accepted) in Criminal Justice and evidence of teaching Criminal Justice in higher education required.
• Minimum of six months post-secondary teaching experience.

• At least three years of related teaching, training, and/or industry experience.
• Evidence of scholarly research.

• Teaching experience or expertise in at least three of the following areas is desirable:
  Corrections, Juvenile Justice, Criminal Law, and research methods.
• Knowledge of subject matter, trends, and course content pertinent to Criminal Justice.
• Knowledge of online teaching environments, such as Canvas or other course management systems.

• Interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Curriculum development skills.
• Soft skills in maintaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Proficient in executing scholarly activities and contributing to service endeavors, with a teaching focus that complements the Criminal Justice Department.
• Specific interest in teaching introductory courses, potentially involving collaboration with Concurrent Enrollment instructors.
• Teaching pedagogy in a variety of delivery formats

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
• Ability to work independently, ethically, and professionally.
• Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
• Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.