Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice (AA28027) at Minnesota State in Mankato

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). Working Title: Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice (AA28027) Institution: Minnesota State University, Mankato Classification Title: State University Faculty Bargaining Unit / Union: 209: Inter Faculty Organization City: Mankato FLSA: Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Full time Employment Condition: Unclassified - Unlimited Academic Salary Range: $64,963.00 - $193,146.00 Salary Type: Depends on qualifications Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on November 12, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Position: Tenure-Track (Probationary*) Job Duties The department of Criminal Justice at Minnesota State University, Mankato invites applications for a probationary, Assistant Professor beginning August 16, 2027. This position requires teaching and advising to support the undergraduate and graduate programs in the Criminal Justice Department. This position requires active engagement in scholarship, advising of master's thesis, continuing preparation, service to the University, community and discipline. A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year. The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified. May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Criminal Justice. All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement ) This position will advise majors in any of the criminal justice emphases. Minimum Qualifications Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide range of diverse backgrounds and to foster a professional environment that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable for all. Completed Juris Doctorate or a completed Master’s degree (M.A., M.P.A or M.S.) in Police Studies, Public Administration, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology or related field with research in the field of Criminal Justice. Documented experience with college-level teaching and/or criminal justice training instruction in a face-to-face environment. Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse student population and apply an equity lens to criminal justice classes and students including social justice and/or anti-racism. A minimum of five years of service as a sworn, licensed law enforcement officer in the United States at the local, state, county, or federal level, or employee of an affiliated criminal justice organization or institution. Preferred Qualification Demonstrated experience fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment while working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and presentation skills. Completed doctorate or ABD (Ph.D., Ed.D. or Doctor of Public Administration) in Law Enforcement, Police Studies, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Public Administration, Homeland Security, or any discipline with related research to the field of Criminal Justice. Candidate must be in good standing with their professional licensing organization, if applicable. Demonstrated service in the community and criminal justice profession. Demonstrated c