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 Lecturer-Pool Faculty - Competency-Based Education Instruction in Criminal Justice (up to 4 positions to be filled) Requisition 202600079F Rank Lecturer-Pool FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Part-Time Non-Tenure Track College College of Criminal Justice Department College of Criminal Justice Open Date 06/29/2026 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47532 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Brooke Nodeland Title Assistant Dean ben012@shsu.edu Contact Phone (936) 294-4270 Contact Email ben012@shsu.edu Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education ( CBE ) format for the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences ( BAAS ) in Criminal Justice. CBE courses are fully online and designated to allow students to progress by demonstrating mastery of clearly defined competencies. Faculty serve as instructors of record and are responsible for evaluating student work, providing timely feedback, and supporting student progression. Faculty are appointed to a 12-month contract to support continuous course delivery across multiple entry points. Students enroll continuously, and faculty support up to 200 students across assigned courses simultaneously. Given the applied nature of the BAAS in Criminal Justice, this role is designed for individuals with significant professional experience who can connect academic competencies to real-world practice. This aligns with program's workforce design and strong practitioner engagement. Educational Requirements for the Position Master's degree in criminal justice, criminology, or closely related field Experience Required for the Position Minimum of five years of professional experience in criminal justice or related field Strong written communication and feedback skills. Experience with online learning environments (e.g. Blackboard) Other Requirements for the Position Experience with competency-based education or outcomes-based assessment Experience working with adult learners Experience with supervising, training, or mentoring professionals 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) • Are you available to teach during the day? Yes No • Are you available to teach during the evening? Yes No Candidate Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae (Faculty) Letter of Recommendation 1 Letter of Recommendation 2 Letter of Recommendation 3 Transcripts Optional Documents