Chaminade University of Honolulu
- Position Information
Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Division: School of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Department: School of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Full-time, 9-month position
Classification: Exempt
- Reporting Relationship
This position reports to the Dean of the School of School of Education and Behavioral Sciences.
- Position Summary
The responsibilities of this position comprise of teaching both undergraduate and graduate level courses in the Criminology and Criminal Justice Program. As a faculty member, the Professor is expected to participate actively in curriculum development and assessment, to advise students, serve on university and area committees, perform all duties professionally and ethically, and support the policies and mission of the University. In addition, the Professor is required to contribute and produce scholarship and continue professional development as a faculty member.
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach the required work load credits per semester in the undergraduate and/or undergraduate programs.
- Actively participate in division and university related activities and committees, the accreditation process, curriculum development, and scholarship (teaching, grant writing, research, publishing, and community service).
- Advise students.
- Develop a professional development plan and demonstrates a trajectory that promotes scholarship, community service and life-long learning.
- Remain current in the latest industry practices, standards, equipment, research, and technology.
- Other duties as assigned
- Disclaimer
This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. Some holiday and weekend work may be required.
- Qualifications
Minimum Education
- Ph.D. from a regionally accredited institution in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or the Behavioral Sciences.
Preferred Education
- Ph.D. from a regionally accredited institution in Criminal Justice.
- Experience and Skills:
- Knowledge, skills, and experience teaching criminal justice generalist courses.
- Proficient in the use of technology to support both in-class and online learning environments.
- Have the ability to work effectively
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas), and other programs related to teaching, learning, advising, and assessment.
- Ability to prioritize work and resources.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and quality.
- High integrity and ethical standards.
- Physical Requirements
Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.
- Other Requirements:
- This is a full time, 9-month, exempt position. Forty hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required. Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by Supervisor.
- Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner.
- Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving:
An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University. Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.
Skills Required
- Ph.D. from a regionally accredited institution in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or the Behavioral Sciences
- Ph.D. in Criminal Justice
- Experience teaching criminal justice generalist courses
- Proficient in use of technology to support in-class and online learning environments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse faculty, staff, and students
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, attention to detail, thoroughness and quality
- High integrity and ethical standards
What We Do
Chaminade University of Honolulu believes in the power of education to drive positive change, broaden perspectives and deepen our understanding of one another. With an emphasis on transformative service-learning experiences, we prepare students to serve as tomorrow’s leaders, inspiring and challenging them to use their minds and their hearts to help build stronger and more just communities. We are proud to serve as Hawai‘i’s only Marianist university, and rely on these values to guide us in delivering a high-quality education with an individualized approach and a focus on excellence, innovation and change. Established in 1955, we offer more than 30 undergraduate and graduate programs, including doctoral degrees in education, psychology and nursing practice. Learn more at chaminade.edu.
