Department of Criminal Justice Adjunct / Part-time Instructors

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In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.

Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.

Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member

You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.

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• Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
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• Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
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Job Description :

Campus Title : Instructor

Department : Criminal Justice

FLSA Status : Exempt

Job Type : Part-time, Temporary Semester Spring 2026

Timeframe : 1 Semester / with possible extension for Fall 2026 / Spring 2027

Supervision Received : Reports to the Chair of the Department of Criminal Justice

Supervision Exercised : None

Salary :

Unit Member per credit $2,253.60 / Per 3 credit class $6,760.80

Non-Unit Member per credit $1,496.73 / Per 3 credit class $4,490.19

General Statement of Duties :

The Westfield State University Department of Criminal Justice seeks applications for part-time instructors to join our Part-time Faculty Pool. We currently have availability for the Spring 2026 semester for in-person courses including Criminal Law (Tues / Thurs 11 : 15am-12 : 30pm) and Women in the Criminal Justice System (Tues / Thurs 12 : 45pm-2 : 00pm).

We anticipate available courses in the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semester as well. Courses typically have 25 students each. The Department of Criminal Justice seeks applicants with a passion for active learning and high-impact practices. Teachers in our department are responsible for providing students with quality, up-to-date learning experiences. Part-time faculty will have access to a private workspace, access to a campus computer, access to other passionate faculty eager to discuss teaching practices and provide mentorship, and access to all departmental events.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Duties include but not limited to :

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Additional Information :

Salary :

Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage .

Employee Benefits :

Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package.

Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Application Instructions :

APPLICANTS TO THIS POOL WILL NOT HEAR BACK ON THEIR STATUS UNLESS AN OPENING OCCURS AND THE DEPARTMENT CHAIR DECIDES HE / SHE WISHES TO INTERVIEW THAT CANDIDATE TO POSSIBLY FILL THE NEW OPENING.

NOTE : If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk . The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.

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