Description

Position Overview

The Criminal Justice Program in the School of Professional Studies invites qualified scholars and professionals with experience in criminal justice to submit applications that will be reviewed by the faculty and placed in a pool for consideration for part time lecturer positions. A lecturer teaches either in-person or online or develops an undergraduate level course and must possess an advanced degree. Lecturers report to the Program Director for Criminal Justice.

To learn more about courses offered through the Criminal Justice program, see Online Bachelor's in Criminal Justice (ku.edu).

The successful candidate must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins. Any employment with the University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. Appointments are one semester, renewable and subject to review, funding and adequate student enrollment.

This position is located on the Lawrence KS Campus.

Job Description

Lecturer Duties
30% - Plans, prepares and delivers online (synchronous / asynchronous), in-person, or hybrid course instruction based on an approved course syllabus.
30% - Provides timely, meaningful, supportive feedback on assignments both verbally in class and on written assignments via the learning management system to students in support of individual growth and maintaining an inviting classroom climate.
20% - Maintains office hour availability at times convenient for working adult students and offers timely response to student questions via email. Engages with individual students in a way that demonstrates awareness of and respect for difference -- and a commitment to an inviting learning environment for all.
20% - Updates existing PowerPoints, written assignment instructions, and discussions boards within learning management system (Canvas) as needed to support student learning in each class section. Maintains well-organized, accurate and easy to navigate content within Canvas.

Course Developer Duties
100%

• The course should be developed in a format that ensures all materials are prepared and delivered for other potential instructors in the future.
• Design the course in accordance with departmental guidance and KU standards, which include working with instructional design staff in the Center for Online and Distance Learning (CODL).
• Inform CODL (for online courses) and your supervisor of your progress throughout the development of the course.
• All courses developed for online instruction will be submitted for a Quality Matters review and changes/corrections must be made before the course is taught.

Required Qualifications

1. Earned Master's degree in Criminal Justice or Master's degree in a closely related discipline.
2. Five years of professional experience in a related field or expertise. (e.g. juvenile justice, probation, mental health, etc.)

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete application will include the online electronic application, cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, three references and evidence of professional experience and/or teaching experience.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and procedures and is the Title IX Coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. Reports can be submitted by contacting the Title IX Coordinator as provided herein or using the Title IX online report form and complaints can be submitted with the Title IX Coordinator or using the Title IX online complaint form.