Adjunct in Criminal Justice

About the role

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.   Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see  Notice to Out of State Applicants.   JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Pennsylvania State University, Lehigh Valley   campus,   invites applications for   a   position   in the Criminal Justice degree program, to begin   January 2027. T his   adjunct opportunity has the potential for   a   continuing appointment, as needed.     The preferred candidate   should   have both practical work experience in   the Juvenile Justice system   and relevant teaching experience.   Adjunct faculty are expected to teach specified course(s) as assigned,   prepare course materials,   and provide support and guidance to   students.   The   ideal candidate will   also   have experience working with diverse student populations and   demonstrate   an interest in   facilitating   student mentoring.     The   open adjunct position   is for   CRIMJ   441,   Juvenile Justice,   15- week   contract, on-campus,   meet ing Wednesday evenings.     Candidates must have a minimum of   a   master's degree in criminal justice or criminology (or   a   closely related field).     Applications will be reviewed   on an ongoing basis,   with applications accepted until the position is filled.       To apply,   submit   a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, and   contact information   for   three reference s.   Review of the applications will begin   immediately   and will continue until the relevant position s are   filled.      Application materials   must be   submitted   online through  hr.psu.edu/careers.   BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.       CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.   EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.   Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.   Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines