Stockton University
Teaching Specialist in Criminal Justice, Non-Tenure Track, Starting September 1,
Stockton University, Pomona, New Jersey, United States
Campus Location:
Main Campus (Galloway)
Department:
School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Salary Range:
$62,919.92 - $72,362.35
Salary Information:
Salary commensurate with experience and is accompanied by an extremely competitive University benefits package
Work Hours:
Varies
Brief Job Overview/Summary Stockton University is seeking to fill a non‑tenure track‑teaching specialist (NTTP) position in the area of Criminal Justice for September 2026. Successful applicants will demonstrate excellence in teaching in a liberal arts environment. The Criminal Justice program specifically seeks applicants to teach courses in the U.S. judicial system, criminal law, criminal procedure, legal studies research, and/or constitutional law, as well as core courses in Criminal Justice. The position is renewable annually. Multi‑year contracts are a possibility.
Descriptions of Essential Duties / Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the U.S. judicial system, criminal law, criminal procedure, legal studies research, and/or constitutional law. Applicants are expected to model teaching excellence by demonstrating the impact of pedagogical approaches. Teaching load is 16 hours each semester (4 courses at 4 credit hours).
Teach Courts, Law, Procedure (undergraduate level) and Constitutional Law for Criminal Justice (undergraduate level) and/or Judicial Process (graduate level). See Stockton’s Course Catalog for descriptions of these courses.
Develop graduate and undergraduate courses in the U.S. judicial system, criminal law, criminal procedure, legal studies research, and/or constitutional law. These courses may incorporate other areas of criminal justice practice and/or theory.
Teach at least one other course of our current offerings in the core curriculum as needed (e.g., Introduction to Criminal Justice, Policing, Corrections, Victimology, Race and Criminal Justice, Special Populations in Criminal Justice, Research Methods, and/or Statistics). Also expected to contribute to the General Studies curriculum by teaching General Studies courses.
Contribute to student advising as required and negotiated under collective bargaining agreements.
Contribute to the Stockton community at the program and school/university through sustained and impactful service activities.
Support Stockton University's diversity commitment and strong student‑centered vision and mission.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree or J.D. from an accredited college or university
Demonstrated teaching experience in higher education settings
Preferred Qualifications
A J.D. or J.D./Ph.D. is strongly preferred
Significant experience practicing criminal law is strongly preferred
Significant practical experience in criminal justice, legal community advocacy, relevant volunteer or staff positions, and/or fields of legal practice is of benefit
Demonstrated excellence in teaching in higher education settings and service to the criminal justice community
Screening Information How to Apply To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button.
Only electronic documents will be accepted. Please complete the online application and include three professional references in addition to the following required documents. All required documents (Microsoft Word or PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.
A letter of interest describing qualifications and accomplishments
Current curriculum vitae
Unofficial Graduate transcripts
Teaching philosophy statement (1 page)
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Main Campus (Galloway)
Department:
School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Salary Range:
$62,919.92 - $72,362.35
Salary Information:
Salary commensurate with experience and is accompanied by an extremely competitive University benefits package
Work Hours:
Varies
Brief Job Overview/Summary Stockton University is seeking to fill a non‑tenure track‑teaching specialist (NTTP) position in the area of Criminal Justice for September 2026. Successful applicants will demonstrate excellence in teaching in a liberal arts environment. The Criminal Justice program specifically seeks applicants to teach courses in the U.S. judicial system, criminal law, criminal procedure, legal studies research, and/or constitutional law, as well as core courses in Criminal Justice. The position is renewable annually. Multi‑year contracts are a possibility.
Descriptions of Essential Duties / Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the U.S. judicial system, criminal law, criminal procedure, legal studies research, and/or constitutional law. Applicants are expected to model teaching excellence by demonstrating the impact of pedagogical approaches. Teaching load is 16 hours each semester (4 courses at 4 credit hours).
Teach Courts, Law, Procedure (undergraduate level) and Constitutional Law for Criminal Justice (undergraduate level) and/or Judicial Process (graduate level). See Stockton’s Course Catalog for descriptions of these courses.
Develop graduate and undergraduate courses in the U.S. judicial system, criminal law, criminal procedure, legal studies research, and/or constitutional law. These courses may incorporate other areas of criminal justice practice and/or theory.
Teach at least one other course of our current offerings in the core curriculum as needed (e.g., Introduction to Criminal Justice, Policing, Corrections, Victimology, Race and Criminal Justice, Special Populations in Criminal Justice, Research Methods, and/or Statistics). Also expected to contribute to the General Studies curriculum by teaching General Studies courses.
Contribute to student advising as required and negotiated under collective bargaining agreements.
Contribute to the Stockton community at the program and school/university through sustained and impactful service activities.
Support Stockton University's diversity commitment and strong student‑centered vision and mission.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree or J.D. from an accredited college or university
Demonstrated teaching experience in higher education settings
Preferred Qualifications
A J.D. or J.D./Ph.D. is strongly preferred
Significant experience practicing criminal law is strongly preferred
Significant practical experience in criminal justice, legal community advocacy, relevant volunteer or staff positions, and/or fields of legal practice is of benefit
Demonstrated excellence in teaching in higher education settings and service to the criminal justice community
Screening Information How to Apply To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button.
Only electronic documents will be accepted. Please complete the online application and include three professional references in addition to the following required documents. All required documents (Microsoft Word or PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.
A letter of interest describing qualifications and accomplishments
Current curriculum vitae
Unofficial Graduate transcripts
Teaching philosophy statement (1 page)
#J-18808-Ljbffr