What are the responsibilities and job description for the School of Criminal Justice - Adjunct position at University of Central Oklahoma?
Position Classification
Adjunct positions at UCO are part-time teaching positions. This posting is to create a pool of interested applicants from which the Department may draw as sections become open at any point in the current academic year. This posting may or may not result in the hiring of adjuncts.
General Schedule
Varies
Position Overview
Adjunct faculty members provide quality learning experience for students and support the educational philosophy, mission, and long-term goals of the University of Central Oklahoma, the College of Liberal Arts, and the hiring department. Adjunct faculty members teach classes, advise and mentor students, evaluate student performance, and maintain student records in accordance with university policies. Adjunct faculty members work in a collaborative manner with full- and part-time colleagues and adhere to all the policies and procedures outlined in the UCO Faculty and Employee Handbooks.
Department Specific Essential Job Functions
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses within the field of Criminal Justice.
Qualifications/Experience Required
Possesses at least a master’s degree in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Qualifications/Experience Preferred
Doctorate and Higher-Education teaching experience preferred. Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses within the field of Criminal Justice. Master’s degree in criminal justice or a related field is required.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions