Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Criminal Justice/Brownsville Area (up to 5 positions to be filled)

Requisition
202400073F

Rank
Lecturer-Pool

FLSA status
Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Part-Time Non-Tenure Track

College
College of Criminal Justice

Department
College of Criminal Justice

Open Date
05/21/2024

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/39158
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
David Stender

Title

Senior Director for Strategy and Innovation
College of Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
(936) 294-1655

Contact Email
dxs127@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

Lecturer-pool faculty are term positions hired to teach 1-4 courses per semester. Hiring is based on student demand on a semester-by-semester basis. The instructor is responsible for teaching a wide range of courses to support the college's off-campus course offerings in the Brownsville area.
Educational Requirements for the Position

JD or Master's Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related field.
Experience Required for the Position

Relevant teaching and/or practical experience.
Other Requirements for the Position

Applicants should submit with the application: vitae, three (3) reference letters, and unofficial transcripts.
Special Instructions Summary

T he posting is for Fall 2024, Spring 2025 and Summer 2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.