Instructor of Criminal Justice

Job Description

Job Description

Harris-Stowe State University is a historically Black institution (HBCU) located in the heart of vibrant mid-town St. Louis, Missouri. Harris-Stowe’s beautiful campus is minutes from the renowned Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Art and History Museums, Forest Park, and other cultural and educational institutions. Harris-Stowe’s diverse faculty and staff provide a wide range of academic programs to one of the St. Louis region's most culturally diverse student bodies.

Duties & Responsibilities

Capable of teaching up to two classes per semester (fall, spring, summer).

Design and develop curriculum and instruction and class management strategies for all courses, including syllabi and lesson plans.

Assess the students’ learning outcome for all courses thought bases on the school and its programs’ set goals and objectives.

Review periodically and assure curriculum and instruction of courses are relevant and up to date.

Review and become proficient with the My HSSU E-Learning Management Systems.

Utilize innovative teaching and technology approach to teaching.

Develop faculty goals and objectives and annual report for every academic year.

Make sure students’ attendance and grades are turned in on-time.

Adhere to the university faculty handbook.

Minimum Education and Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related discipline
• Excellent written and verbal communications
• Ability to critically and solve problems independently
• Ability to be organized and work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CX Jenzabar, Canvas, CAMS or a similar platform
• The ideal candidate should be familiar with both online and on-campus teaching methods
• A Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related discipline

Preferred Qualifications :

Review of applications will start immediately until the position is filled. Due to the volume of resumes that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and unofficial undergraduate and / or graduate transcripts, and three professional references online.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

"Please No Phone Calls"

Due to the large number of applications submitted and the high volume of applicant inquiries we receive regarding the status of applications, we are unable to accept phone calls or walk-in inquiries regarding applicant status. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

EOE Statement

Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and assigned for this position. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it limited to all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. HSSU management reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.