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.
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 InnovationCollege 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 The 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.