Company Description:

Dean College is a private, residential New England college grounded in a culture and tradition that all students deserve the opportunity to discover and exceed their greatest aspirations. A personal and transformative community since 1865, Dean tirelessly inspires our students to unimagined heights through personalized support and integrated delivery of academic, co-curricular, and experiential learning. Our graduates are lifelong learners who thrive in their careers, embrace social responsibility, and demonstrate leadership. Recognized as a Top Regional College by U.S. News & World Report for thirteen consecutive years and named a College of Distinction for nine consecutive years, Dean serves approximately 1,200 full-time students and 400 part-time students and offers more than 50 combined bachelor's and associate degree programs and specializations, as well as a robust schedule of continuing studies and certificate programs throughout the year. Dean College is perfectly situated in Franklin, Massachusetts, which is conveniently located between Boston and Providence, Rhode Island, and is accessible to Boston by commuter rail. The Dean College/Franklin rail station is only a five-minute walk from campus. Approximately 90 percent of the College's student population lives on campus and Dean provides a supportive academic environment that thrives on hands-on engagement and exceptional teaching. This community-wide commitment of always going the extra mile for students is known as The Dean Difference. Outside of the classroom, students participate in 16 athletic teams and more than 40 on-campus groups and organizations. Ninety-six percent of our bachelor's degree students are employed or enrolled in graduate school within 12 months of graduation. Alumni are hard at work in top-ranked graduate programs and are employed by organizations such as Universal Studios, Dell Technologies, Liberty Mutual, Kraft Sports + Entertainment, the Boston Ballet, and more. What is The Dean Difference ? The Dean Difference isn't any one thing. It's not a program or a professor. It's not a single class or a club. It's the way our academic support networks and community overlap, interweave, and magnify each other. Our difference unites us. It's our secret formula. It's the nucleus around which we orbit. It isn't one thing, it's everything.

Job Description:

Dean College invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, a 10-month, full-time faculty position. The School of Liberal Arts and Sciences is looking for an accomplished educator with experience teaching criminal justice coursework who focuses on experiential learning and active engagement in their classroom. This person will collaborate with the program coordinator and other full-time and adjunct faculty in the program to provide students with the needed background, knowledge and rich experiences that prepares them for work in various industry settings or in graduate school. All Dean College academic programs are grounded in the liberal arts, stress experiential learning, and seek to develop a career mindset, with the Dean Career Advantage (DCA), in its students to prepare them for life after Dean. Applications may be considered until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received by October 1, 2026.

Expected salary range:

$69,000-$72,000 when annualized, commensurate with experience. The College also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.

Position responsibilities include:

Teach 15 contact hours/semester; 5:5 teaching load. The ability and willingness to teach across a wide variety of criminal justice courses, from the introductory course to upper-division requirements. Develop curriculum grounded in best practices and assess the results of program initiatives. Coach and mentor students regarding academic and career goals including graduate school preparation. Participate in committees as assigned, attend school and program meetings. Participate in recruitment activities and student orientations. Hold office hours as required and meet with students by appointment. Engage with the school and college community. There is no faculty advising load. Students are served by a professional advising staff. Other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements:

Master's degree in criminal justice or related discipline is required; A PhD (terminal degree) in Criminal Justice or related discipline is desired. The area of specialization is open within criminology and criminal justice. Undergraduate teaching experience, including leading students in class projects and practical applications, is required. Experience with online teaching is preferred. Demonstrated experience with program development, management, and assessment. Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and innovative classroom pedagogy. Demonstrated success teaching a diverse population of undergraduates at varying stages of academic readiness. Experience with course management systems (i.e. Canvas), digital technology, Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Teams, Word, PowerPoint) and classroom media such as digital whiteboards is desired.

Additional Information:

Dean College is an equal-opportunity, Title IX institution and pledges to recruit, select and promote diversity by providing equality of opportunity in higher education for all persons, including faculty and staff with respect to hiring, continuation, promotion, and applicants for admission, enrolled students and graduates without discrimination or segregation. The College is interested in candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of colleagues, students, faculty, and community members. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis. Dean College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in College programs, services, and activities. A pre-employment background screen is required for all employees.

Application Instructions:

Please submit your Resume/CV, Cover Letter, all unofficial transcripts; and contact information of three references. (

PLEASE NOTE:

Applications that are incomplete will not be considered).

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