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Lecturer - Criminal Justice - Graduate (Pool)

Position Number: 6750425
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Criminal Justice

Lecturer - Criminal Justice - Graduate (Pool)

University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Lecturer - Criminal Justice - Graduate (Pool) - 38333 Faculty

Description
Lecturer, Criminal Justice - Graduate - MCJ (Pool)

Department of Criminal Justice

College of Public Service

Engage. Educate. Empower. Join UCCS as a Lecturer!

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Lecturer to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

The College of Public Service at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers in Criminal Justice from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure track positions will be made. Appointments are part-time (less than 50% time) and will be made semester-by-semester.

Salary Range: $1,300/ credit hour. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: Determined by course modality (i.e., on campus if teaching an in-person course; remote if teaching an online course; or a combination of the two if teaching a hybrid course).

Summary

This position will teach graduate courses in Criminal Justice. Assigned courses would include criminal justice electives (courses numbered 5000+ are graduate level). Classes may be on-campus, online, or hybrid. While all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, the department has a current need for lecturers with the following areas of expertise:

Crime Theory
Criminal Investigations
Criminal Law
Forensic Interviewing
Grant Management
Grant Writing
Victim Advocacy

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Class preparation
Delivery of course materials
Creation of assessments (examinations, papers, learning activities)
Grading
Maintaining availability for student consultations during the semester
The position includes regular communication with the program director and staff throughout the semester.

***Please note that we will contact qualified individuals as needed to teach classes. This posting is to create a pool of applicants. The pool is not reviewed on a regular basis.***

Because this appointment is temporary in nature, you will not be eligible to receive all of the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Qualifications
Qualifications:

Applicants must have a master's degree and at least 3-5 years of professional work experience in criminal justice or a related field is required.

OR
- Substitution: A Juris Doctorate (JD) and at least 3-5 years of professional work experience in criminal justice, legal, or related fields.
- Substitution: A PhD in criminal justice, Criminology, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
Previous teaching experience, which may include teaching at post-secondary levels and/or leading professional training is preferred.
Ability to teach in multiple formats (on-campus, online, hybrid) is preferred.
At least 5 years of applied work experience in the criminal justice system is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 38333). Official transcripts will be required upon hire. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. This position does not include new visa sponsorship for individuals outside the U.S. Candidates must already be in the United States with valid work authorization or an employment-based visa. The university will not initiate sponsorship for those who do not currently hold a U.S. work visa or authorization. If you already have valid U.S. work authorization or are on a visa that permits employment, we welcome your application. Applicants should either reside in Colorado or be prepared to relocate within two months of starting employment. We're excited to welcome new team members and will provide support and resources to help make your transition to Colorado as smooth as possible. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Statement of Teaching Philosophy Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume/CV. Must include date ranges and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically describes (in detail) your professional work experience and how it relates to this position. 3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

Job Category: Faculty

Primary Location: Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40084 - CPS Administrative Ops

Schedule: Part-time

Posting Date: Nov 24, 2025

Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Anna Kosloski Posting Contact Email: akoslosk@uccs.edu Position Number: 00649498

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