Lecturer III in Criminal Justice at UNM Valencia

University of New Mexico
life insurance, parental leave
United States, New Mexico, Los Lunas
280 La Entrada Rd (Show on map)
Jan 28, 2025
Posting Numberreq32296 Employment TypeFaculty Faculty TypeLecturer Hiring DepartmentValencia Branch Academic LocationValencia Branch CampusValencia Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information. Position Summary The University of New Mexico, Valencia Campus is accepting applications for Lecturer III in Criminal Justice, a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track position. The position begins in Fall (August) 2025. Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia County, the University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is a two-year branch campus of the University of New Mexico. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offers vocational and technical courses as well as academic transfer courses to the citizens of Valencia and northern Socorro counties. The faculty and staff serve a student body of approximately 2,500 each semester. UNM offers a robust benefits package, access to resources, and perks from discounted event tickets to tuition remission. We foster a work-life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more. UNM has earned the platinum-level distinction for its workplace policies by Family Friendly New Mexico. Salary: Base salary for the position is $58,000. An excellent package of benefits is provided. Summer teaching is available, but not required, not to exceed 3/9ths of base salary. Summary of duties and responsibilities: Provide 27 credit hours of classroom instruction across the academic year (fall and spring semesters) in Criminal Justice or related subjects based on the applicant's qualifications and education. Responsibilities include maintaining attendance, scholastic, and student records, as well as posting and maintaining office hours as per UNM Valencia Campus policy. Also, there is expected participation in the lecturer promotion committee, as well as other college committees, curriculum development initiatives, outcomes assessment, professional development (directly related to teaching field), classroom technology training, departmental projects, and other areas of service and scholarship as appropriate. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree in Criminal Justice or related field. At least two years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level Preferred Qualifications: At least two years of experience teaching criminal justice at the post-secondary level Experience working with educational and community partners Experience building and growing new programs Experience recruiting faculty and students to new or existing programs Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. A complete application includes : A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae/resume, including degrees earned, credentials/certifications earned, work/industry experience; Attach copies of unofficial transcripts if applicable; A cover letter explaining how candidate meets minimum and preferred requirements; A statement that describes the candidate's teaching and leadership philosophy Special Instructions to Applicants: If selected for an interview, applicant should be prepared to present 1) official transcripts if applicable, 2) 2 letters of recommendation and 3) a teaching demonstration (subject matter to be announced and based on the candidate's area of expertise). For more information contact: Lisa Orona, HR Administrator, at (rolisa@unm.edu). Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM. For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 2/14/2025. This position will remain open until filled. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.