Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Criminal Justice and Criminology in Fall 2026, Spring 2027/Summer 2027 (up to 5 positions to be filled)

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 and Criminology in Fall 2026, Spring 2027, Summer 2027
• Positions to be filled: Up to 5
• Requisition: 202600030F
• Rank: Lecturer-Pool
• FLSA status: Exempt
• Hiring Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
• Position Category: Part-Time
• Position Type: Non-Tenure Track
• College: College of Criminal Justice
• Department: Dept of Criminal Justice and Criminology
• Open Date: 03/09/2026
• Quicklink:https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46537

Refer Applicants To Contact

• Name: Wanda Leal
• Title: Assistant Department Chair, College of Criminal Justice
• Organization: Sam Houston State University
• Address: Huntsville, TX 77341
• Contact Phone: 936-294-1667
• Contact Email: wel004@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 department degree programs.

Educational Requirements for the Position

• JD or Masters 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:
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three (3) reference letters
• Unofficial transcripts

Special Instructions Summary

Responsible for teaching a wide range of courses to support the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminologys undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

This posting is for Fall 2026, Spring 2027 & Summer 2027.

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

Supplemental Questions

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• How did you learn about this position?
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• TWC - Work in Texas
• Inside Higher Ed
• Higher Ed Jobs
• HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
• SHSU Website
• SHSU Employee
• Other
• If your response to the question above was SHSU Employee, please indicate employees name and department.
• If your response to the question above was Other, please indicate from what source.
• Are you available to teach during the day? (Yes / No)
• Are you available to teach during the evening? (Yes / No)

Candidate Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Faculty Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• (None listed)