Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice

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Type of Position:Faculty - Non-Tenure

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

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Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is a dynamic, mid-sized
public university that’s redefining higher education. We’re on a
mission to provide transformative, hands-on learning experiences
for students of all backgrounds and aspirations. Our multi-faceted
approach to education offers a wealth of opportunities, with over
70 academic programs, including certificates, associate,
bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. We’re committed to building a
diverse community that mirrors Arkansas’s rich tapestry, reflecting
our dedication to serving the state’s varied population while
enhancing the quality of our institution.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work
environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy
work-life balance. The benefits package includes university
contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance,
tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official
holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement
programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent
of employee salary.

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Department:Criminal Justice

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:The Department of Criminal Justice at
the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith seeks applications for an
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice. The Department offers a
four-year bachelor’s degree and a minor in criminal justice.

While the department offers online coursework, this is primarily an
in-person position. Candidates are expected to teach face-to-face
courses and maintain an active presence on campus. On-campus
engagement includes but is not limited to holding regular office
hours; providing academic advising and mentoring; participating in
meetings; serving on committees and shared governance bodies;
attending commencement and fulfilling other duties that require
regular on-campus engagement and participation in the life of the
university.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching
and service and an active research agenda that has the potential to
result in published scholarly works or other peer-reviewed
products. The position will start August 9, 2027, and will report
to the Head of the Department.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Work Experience: Ph.D. in Criminal
Justice or a terminal degree in a closely related field and a
minimum of 18 hours graduate level coursework in criminal justice.
The degree must be from an accredited institution of higher
education. An advanced ABD will be considered but the degree must
be conferred at the time of appointment.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach core courses within the Criminal Justice program,

including but not limited to Introduction to the Criminal Justice
System, Law Enforcement, Courts, Corrections, and Research
Methods.

• Deliver instruction in multiple formats, including

face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities.

• Maintain an active scholarly agenda that includes peer-reviewed

publications and other forms of academic scholarship.

• Provide service to the department, college, and university as

needed, including participation in assessment activities, student
recruitment and retention efforts, and shared governance.

• Advise and mentor students in support of their academic,

professional, and career development.

• Maintain regular office hours.
• Foster a positive and collegial work environment by

communicating and collaborating effectively with students, faculty,
staff, and community partners.

• Demonstrate professionalism through reliable performance
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: To perform the job
successfully, the following competencies are required for the
essential functions of this position:

• Good organizational skills and timeliness in responding to

student inquiries.

• Ability to respond to needs of learners from a variety of

educational backgrounds in a multicultural environment, including
first generation students.

• Ability to deliver course outcomes and content through a

variety of teaching/learning styles.

• Ability to use technology effectively in teaching and service

duties.

• Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal

communication skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal

relationships with students and colleagues.

• Dedication to professional development.

Qualification Equivalencies:

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the qualification
listed above.

Additional Information:

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive
listing of activities, duties, and/or responsibilities that are
required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities,
and activities may change at any time with or without
notice.

Salary Information:

$52,000 - $54,000 commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three
Professional References (name, email, business title),
Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

HR

479-788-7080

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of
Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal
background check, sex offender registry check, financial history
background check, and/or drug screening. A criminal conviction or
arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone
shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship
to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug
screening information will be used in a confidential,
non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal
law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The
University does not discriminate in its education programs or
activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of
any category or status protected by law, including age, race,
color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran
status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual
preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the
application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the
basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator
and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil
Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United
States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under
the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:Yes