What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025- 2026 Justice Studies Adjunct position at Winston-Salem State University?
Position Details
Classification Information
Position Classification Title
Adjunct Faculty
FLSA
Exempt
Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)
99999
EPA Position Type
Faculty
JCAT
206000
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of the Position
The Department of History, Politics, and Social Justice at Winston-Salem State University is seeking to hire adjunct faculty to teach Justice Studies and Political Science courses that are vital for its program/cognate to aid the 2025-2026 academic year.
The department seeks exceptional candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, advising mentoring undergraduate research, interdisciplinary teaching and research collaboration, engagement with the broader public, and service to the community.
Successful candidate must have at least a Master’s degree in Justice Studies/Criminal Justice/Political Science or related field. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching “Research Methods, Victimology, Senior Seminar and varied law related courses”
The department seeks exceptional candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, advising mentoring undergraduate research, interdisciplinary teaching and research collaboration, engagement with the broader public, and service to the community.
Successful candidate must have at least a Master’s degree in Justice Studies/Criminal Justice/Political Science or related field. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching “Research Methods, Victimology, Senior Seminar and varied law related courses”
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of History, Politics and Social Justice seeks to enrich the minds of our students by providing them with programs/courses that will strengthen their minds. These positions are needed to fulfill the vital requirement for our programs. These adjuncts are responsible for teaching:
- Comparative World History: Gender
- African American History: 1865- present;
- African American Material/Methods
- Intro to Global History
Position Information
Working Position Title
2025- 2026 Justice Studies Adjunct
Building and Room No.
Coltrane Hall
Appointment Type
Time limited
If Time Limited.
Yes
Appointment Length.
Up to 1 academic year
Position Number
AJC125
Requirements and Preferences
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies
No
Minimum Experience/Education
Master’s Degree or higher in Justice Studies, Political Science or related field, from an accredited institution, and at least 18 graduate hours in Justice Studies/Political Science by the time of appointment.
The candidate must also have excellent communication/interpersonal skills and a commitment to a liberal arts education in a diverse educational environment.
The candidate must also have excellent communication/interpersonal skills and a commitment to a liberal arts education in a diverse educational environment.
Normal Work Schedule
Monday through Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Department Required Skills
Required education summary for the Justice Studies courses:
- Master’s Degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Political Science or a closely related field, from an accredited institution (Ph.D. preferred).
- Candidate should possess one year of college-level or more of successful teaching experience preferred.
- Three years or more of experience with SPSS products and Canvas LMS platform.
- Ph.D. or have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. in Justice Studies, Political Science, or a related field by the time of appointment.
- Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience teaching “Research Methods, Victimology, Senior Seminar and varied law related courses”
- Experience teaching Research Methods, Senior Seminar, Victimology, Criminal, Administrative & Constitutional Law courses.
- Ability to teach in a Historically Black Institution, sensitivity to the issues of social justice confronting minority groups in the United States and around the world; an experienced, self-disciplined, compassionate professional who can act as a role model for our students by inspiring them to excel as they confront social justice issues.
- Strong commitment to student learning and engagement
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Ph.D. in Justice Studies and/or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to a liberal arts education in a diverse educational community.
- Prior teaching experience in a diverse university environment.
Required License or Certification
Valid US Driver's License
No
Commercial Driver's License Required
No
Physical Required
No
List any other medical/drug tests required
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Describe the specific job duties related to this competency
The Adjunct Faculty will be responsible for teaching Justice Studies and or Political Science courses in the 2025-2026 academic year.
Course Listing:
Course Listing:
- Victims and Crimes
- Senior Seminar in Leadership Success
- Constitutional Law
- Criminal Law
- Administrative Law
- Police and Community
- and other courses per departmental needs
Percentage Of Time
100
Posting Details
Posting Details
Internal Posting Only
No
Position Type
Temporary
Time Limited Position
Yes
Appointment Length
Up to 1 academic year
Salary
Commensurate Upon Education and Experience
Open Date
11/04/2025
Close Date
11/11/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834
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