Overview

Mayville State University welcomes applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to launch the recently approved Criminal Justice program at Mayville State with support to begin ongoing program development work as early as March 15. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in criminal court administration, relations with policing, criminal justice systems and the community, and policing. The successful candidate will teach at least 12 credit hours per semester which will include face-to-face and online instruction. Summer instruction may be possible. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice. The minimum qualification for the position is a Master’s degree, but candidates with significant progress toward a Ph.D. are preferred.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in criminal justice or Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in criminal justice
  • Demonstration of clear, written, and oral communication skills* Demonstration of organizational skills
  • Commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level* Commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds* Commitment to academic advisement of students
  • Commitment to student recruitment and retention for the Criminal Justice program.
  • Proficient use of instructional technology
  • Proven ability to work in a self-directed environment

Preferred qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Criminal Justice
  • Instructional experience within a higher education setting
MaSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity. ND veteran’s preference laws apply to this position. Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability. The state of North Dakota has an open records law; therefore, your application could be subject to review upon request. A criminal history background check must be satisfied prior to employment.