Instructor of Criminal Justice, Tenure-Track

Hudson County Community College 

Instructor of Criminal Justice, Tenure-Track 

Posting date: April 1,2022 

College Overview 

Hudson County Community College (HCCC) is an award-winning, comprehensive urban college serving one of the most historic and ethnically diverse areas of the United States. HCCC students were born in 119 countries and speak 29 different languages. The diversity and the multitude of our community's cultures, life experiences, skills, and aspirations are the very values and traits that empower us to be productive and caring members of our society. 

HCCC embodies an unwavering commitment to student success and an intentional focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. In 2019, the President's Advisory Council on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (PACDEI) was instituted to develop new levels of understanding and access and advance the College's commitment to transparency and inclusion. We are proud of the differences we share, which are the foundation for the life-changing and transformational education we offer and the social mobility we provide to the communities we serve.  

HCCC has three campuses located just minutes from Manhattan: The Journal Square campus in Jersey City and North Hudson Campus in Union City are adjacent to vital transportation hubs; the Secaucus Center has abundant parking. Fully accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the College offers courses and classes in a wide variety of disciplines to the people and businesses of Hudson County, one of the most ethnically diverse areas of the United States. The College was recently recognized with the 2021 Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Northeast Regional Equity Award and the 2021 INSIGHT Into Diversity's Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award. In 2016 the Gabert Library was one of three academic libraries in the United States to receive the Excellence in Academic Libraries Award from the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), and in 2019 the HCCC Tutoring Center received the Frank L. Christ Outstanding Learning Center Award for Two-Year Institutions. In 2019, the College joined Achieving the Dream, a network of high achieving community colleges, part of its expanding effort toward continuous improvement in student success. 

HCCC has partnerships with every major four-year College and university in the greater New Jersey-New York area and beyond, accommodating seamless transfer of credits for further undergraduate and graduate education. Hudson County Community College is proud of its culture of care and invites applications from those wishing to join a community dedicated to promoting student success in all forms.  

Department/Division Introduction: 

The Humanities/Social Sciences Division provides general education and elective courses in both the humanities and social science disciplines and is home to students majoring in Liberal Arts General, History, Sociology, Theatre, Communications, Human Services-Pre-Social Work, Addictions Counseling, Social Justice, Education, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Psychology, Studio Arts, and Computer Arts.    

Position Summary: 

Hudson County Community College is seeking a full-time, tenure-track faculty member to teach classes in Criminal Justice and Homeland Security. Courses include Introduction to Criminal Justice, Introduction to Criminal Law, Police Role in the Community, Ethics and Justice, Introduction to Homeland Security, Corrections, Introduction to the Intelligence Function, Fundamentals of Emergency Management. The incumbent will perform all faculty responsibilities as described in the HCCC Professional Association contract, including teaching 15-credits per semester, holding office hours, advising students, contributing to assessment initiatives, and participating in the life of the College more broadly. Candidates should demonstrate a history of commitment to teaching excellence and incorporating diverse voices and perspectives in their curriculum. Instructors may be assigned a combination of daytime, evening, online, and/or Saturday classes, as the College is dedicated to the educational success of a diverse student body with diverse needs.   

Minimum Qualifications: Position Requirements 

Master's Degree in Criminal Justice/JD or other related degrees. Minimum of two-three years of college-level teaching experience. Demonstrated ability to interact with a culturally diverse population and to effectively and respectfully function and communicate within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to integrate modern technology into classroom instruction. 
• Experience in online teaching and remote learning through CANVAS is highly preferred 
• Demonstrated ability to utilize diverse teaching methods that respond to student learning styles. 

• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills. 
• Understanding of and commitment to the role of a comprehensive community college in an urban multi-cultural setting. 
• Incorporate Diversity Equity and Inclusive principles and practices into their teaching 

Closing Date of Applications  

Open until filled  

Review of applications to begin  

Reviewing upon receipt  

Applications: 

For full consideration, please send a resume, cover letter, salary expectations, and a list of three professional references to: Resumes@hccc.edu. In the subject line, please include Tenure Track Instructor of Criminal Justice. 

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As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies. 

HCCC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment. Employment decisions are made based on an individual's qualifications for the position being filled. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply. 

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