Position Title: Lecturer-Pool Faculty - Competency-Based Education Instruction in Criminal Justice (up to 12 positions to be filled) Requisition: 202600106F Rank: Lecturer-Pool FLSA status: Exempt Hiring Salary: Commensurate with education and experience. Position Type: Part-Time Non-Tenure Track College: College of Criminal Justice Department: College of Criminal Justice Open Date: 08/03/2026 Quicklink: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48100 Contact Name: Brooke Nodeland Title: Assistant Dean ben012@shsu.edu Contact Phone: (936) 294-4270 Contact Email: ben012@shsu.edu Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job: Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education (CBE) format for the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) in Criminal Justice. CBE courses are fully online and designated to allow students to progress by demonstrating mastery of clearly defined competencies. Faculty serve as instructors of record and are responsible for evaluating student work; providing timely, individualized feedback; monitoring student progress; maintaining regular communication with students; and supporting learner persistence toward mastery of course competencies. Faculty participate in required training, collaborate with program leadership to ensure instructional quality and consistency, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the competency-based education program. This position is structured as a 9-month academic-year appointment with an anticipated 3-month summer appointment to support the continuous delivery of the competency-based education program. Faculty are expected to provide instruction across multiple entry points throughout the calendar year, including summer, to ensure consistent support for student learning and progression. Educational Requirements for the Position: Master’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, or closely related field Experience Required for the Position: Minimum of five years of professional experience in criminal justice or related field.Strong written communication and feedback skills. Experience with online learning environments (e.g. Blackboard) Other Requirements for the Position: Experience with competency-based education or outcomes-based assessment Experience working with adult learners Experience with supervising, training, or mentoring professionals Open Until Filled: Yes EEO Statement: Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. 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. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report #J-18808-Ljbffr