Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice (Central Campus)

Broward College is committed to fostering a learning-centered community that celebrates a diversity of experiences and fosters inclusion by empowering and engaging students, faculty, and staff.

The ideal candidate will share Broward Colleges commitment to educating its population of approximately 51,000 students, and meeting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of all our student population and the surrounding community. Currently, 37% of Broward Colleges students identify as Latino/Latina, 30% as Black/African American, 16% as White, 4% as Asian-American, and 7% as multiracial.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to teaching, student consultation, course preparation, review of course outlines, grade processing within deadlines, preparation of course syllabi, committee participation (e.g., College-wide Standing or Ad-Hoc committees and discipline area committees), and attending college-wide and discipline area faculty meetings. The faculty member will also participate in curriculum development, the review and assessment of student learning outcomes, campus governance, faculty organizations, and departmental program review.

The successful candidate will employ teaching methods to accommodate various levels of academic preparation and have a willingness to examine and adapt ones instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences reflective of Broward Colleges student population. This will include incorporating appropriate and engaging technology across different modalities of instruction to facilitate student learning.

Responsibilities include providing prompt and supportive feedback to students, participating in service to the college and its community, and engaging in continued professional development, such as attending educational and disciplinary conferences, are all integral components of faculty duties and responsibilities. Candidates should be passionate educators who can facilitate the diverse needs of different learners across programs. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices for engaging students from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences within a collegiate level Criminal Justice learning environment.

Candidates should demonstrate (1) a mastery of their specific discipline; (2) a deep commitment to the college mission of fostering student success, academic achievement, and persistence; (3) technological competence; (4) the ability to use skills and strategies that engage students in ways that facilitate learning and prepare students for productive lives; and (5) success in teaching students from varying backgrounds reflective of Broward Colleges diverse student population.

This position is a yearly two-semester (163-day) contract.
First Review Date: January 21, 2025
Anticipated Hire Date: August 2025

Application Package

1. Cover Letter - Letter of formal application that addresses how experience and education qualify the candidate to perform the assigned responsibilities
2. Résumé - Detailed curriculum vitae of all educational and professional experience, which includes a list of courses taught
3. Transcript - Unofficial conferred transcript that includes degree received and conferral date. International transcripts must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: https://www.naces.org/members. (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; official transcripts will be required prior to hire.)
4. A statement of teaching philosophy
5. Evidence of teaching effectiveness, which may include:
   • Course evaluations
   • Sample course syllabi
   • Evidence of recent experience working with diverse students

If a candidate does not have any teaching experience, an overview of professional work experience as it relates to the essential functions of this position will also be accepted.

As part of the application package, candidates should also indicate their strengths and experiences with innovative and inclusive pedagogies. Please read more about "Your Broward College Story Starts Here" at https://www.broward.edu/about/index.html.

6. A list of three current professional references with name, relationship to candidate, address, email address, and telephone number.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• A Master's Degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or Forensics OR Masters Degree and 18 graduate credit hours in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or Forensics. PhD preferred.
• A high level of digital literacy and a commitment to teaching.
• Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom

Competencies

Respect for Others
Demonstrates respect for team members and constituents by valuing their contributions toward the goals of the work unit and the College. Maintains professionalism and contributes to a cohesive work environment

Teamwork
Cooperates and collaborates with individuals & groups that support the mission and values of the College

Works effectively with all individuals and contributes to a positive environment by working with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff and external constituents. Contributes to an inclusive, respectful, and empowering working environment that welcomes varying perspectives

Flexibility & Adaptability
Adapts approaches as situations in the work environment change. Supports change based on the environmental needs, emerging technologies, and system upgrades

Technical Expertise
Effectively applies concepts, theories, methods, tools, techniques, and expertise in area of discipline (i.e. HR, Finance, Student Affairs, etc.)

Continuous Improvement & Learning
Actively develops one's skills and explores opportunities for personal learning and continuous development within the job's functionality and in support of the goals and mission of department, division and the College

Job Title
Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice (Central Campus)

Position Number
P0002216

Job Status
Full time Regular

Department
IPS Criminal Justice

Location
Central Campus

Pay Grade
Faculty - Full Time

Salary
$47,000 - $50,384 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Work Shift
Varies

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday/Weekends/Varies

Hours Per Week
35

Posting End Date
Open Until Filled

Comments
To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with the required documents. First Review Date: January 21, 2025

Designated Essential Personnel
No

FLSA Status
Exempt

Position Classification
Faculty