Assistant Professor of Practice in Criminal Justice & Criminology (2 positions to be filled)

Posting Details Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging. SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs. Position Information This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Position Title Assistant Professor of Practice in Criminal Justice & Criminology (2 positions to be filled) Requisition 202600062F Rank Assistant Professor of Practice FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Full-Time Non-Tenure Track College College of Criminal Justice Department Dept of Criminal Justice and Criminology Open Date 05/12/2026 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47066 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Jason Ingram Title Chair, Criminal Justice & Criminology, College of Criminal Justice, Huntsville, TX 77341-2296 Contact Phone (936) 294-1698 Contact Email icc_jri004@shsu.edu Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job Teach four (4) classes each semester of undergraduate and/or graduate courses delivered online: (15-week, 7.5 weeks, or 5-week terms) and/or face-to-face at main campus based on departmental needs. This position also has a service expectation related to online course updates and maintenance. Educational Requirements for the Position The successful candidate must have a terminal degree, such as a J.D. or Ph.D., in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related academic field. Experience Required for the Position Preference will be given to candidates who have experience as a criminal justice professional and/or who have proficiency in teaching criminal justice courses (college or university). Additionally, preference will be given to those who possess on-line instructional experience. Other Requirements for the Position Successful candidate will receive a nine-month contract and a summer contract. Work may require evenings and weekend. Special Instructions Summary Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • How did you learn about this position? The Chronicle of Higher Education TWC - Work in Texas Inside Higher Ed Higher Ed Jobs HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium SHSU Website SHSU Employee Other If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee" please indicate employee's name and department. (Open Ended Question) If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source. (Open Ended Question) Candidate Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae (Faculty) Statement of Teaching Philosophy Letter of Recommendation 1 Letter of Recommendation 2 Letter of Recommendation 3 Optional Documents