Full-time Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security

COLLINGS COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Criminal Justice and Homeland Security

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security, Tenure-Track

The Institution

St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland;

and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings.

St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online.

The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St.

John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.

We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Division / Department Information

The Division of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security in The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies at St.

John’s University is seeking applicants for a full-time tenure track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor, to begin in fall 2024.

The Collins College of Professional Studies (CCPS ) has the largest undergraduate student body within the University and serves close to 4000 students in 28 undergraduate and 4 graduate level programs.

For more information visit h ttp : / / www.stjohns.edu / academics / schools-and-colleges / college-professional-studies

The Division of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security has a dynamic practitioner / academic faculty division and provides the following relevant programs : Criminal Justice and Homeland Security majors and minors at the undergraduate level and growing graduate programs, including a Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Leadership and a developing innovative Doctor of Professional Studies (DPS) doctoral program in Homeland Security.

Faculty focus on key areas of skill development that include critical thinking, oral and written expression, team membership, leadership and employability readiness.

For more information about the Division of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security visit https : / / www.stjohns.edu / resources / places / criminal-justice-and-homeland-security

Responsibilities

The Division is looking for candidates who can support program growth, provide leadership and curricular programming, and teach across all four of the Division’s programs.

Candidates should be familiar with technology-supported learning pedagogy, be able to integrate technology into teaching using simulations software and techniques for real data analysis, both face-to-face, online and hybrid modes.

The Homeland Security Simulation Center will offer student opportunities to apply coursework learning to realistic situations they may face.

Candidates engage primarily in teaching and will support core and elective courses for a diverse array of students. Our faculty engage in professional and program development and assessment and service to the University and broader community.

Professional activities including consultation, presentations, research and writing for the academic or professional community are expected.

Student advisement and active participation in departmental and college events and committees will be required.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a terminal degree in criminal justice, homeland security or a related and relevant discipline. Candidates possessing a JD who have gained admittance to a state bar association are invited to apply as well.

Special consideration will be given to candidates who possess professional practitioner experience in either or both Criminal Justice or Homeland Security disciplines.

Research based teaching experience at the university level is preferred .

Preference will be given to candidates who can support the growth of graduate and doctoral programs and provide leadership and curricular programming in the new simulation and homeland security labs.

Candidates should be familiar with technology-supported learning pedagogy, be able to integrate technology into teaching, using simulations software and techniques for real time data analyses, and use face-to-face, online and hybrid modes.

Additional elements of knowledge of emergency management, global security dynamics and issues, cyber security, investigative services, data mining, information assurance, predictive analytics are welcome.

Candidates must show evidence of teaching excellence, professional and scholarly activity, student engagement and a strong commitment to service.

Participation in division, college and university governance is expected.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit your letter of interest and CV online. Three letters of reference will be requested further along in the recruitment process.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

I understand that any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range for this position is $76 ,00 0 - $81,000 . St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education / training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extendi n g a n offer .

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