Temporary Lecturer - Criminal Justice
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Main Campus - Orem
Job Type
FT Faculty
Job Number
FY2606062
Division
VP Academic Affairs
Department
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement
Opening Date
06/11/2026
Closing Date
6/30/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Required Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
Unofficial Transcript
Optional Documents
Letters of Recommendation
Applicant Support
1-855-524-5627
Support@schooljobs.com
Position Announcement
The Criminal Justice Department at Utah Valley University (UVU) offers an exciting opportunity for a one year temporary lecturer faculty member to join a growing, student-centered, and community-engaged program in one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. UVU is known for its commitment to teaching excellence, inclusive access, and applied learning, and the Criminal Justice Department reflects these values through small class sizes, strong mentorship of students, and close partnerships with local, state, and federal justice agencies. Faculty enjoy a collaborative departmental culture, meaningful opportunities for curriculum innovation and interdisciplinary work, and strong institutional support for teaching, scholarship, and professional growth. Located in Utah County along the Wasatch Front, UVU offers an exceptional quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, a vibrant community, and proximity to major metropolitan areas.
Summary of Responsibilities
Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of teaching that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms by the following methods: demonstration, discussion, visual aids, lectures, field trips, individualized instruction, on-line instruction, and other appropriate instructional methods.
Prepares instructional materials (i.e. exams, visual aids, course outlines, syllabi, and instruction sheets) as necessary. Evaluates instruction and learning by means of written, oral, practical, and performance tests.
Establishes and maintains office hours and assists department chair, faculty, department staff, and advisers in maintaining an effective program.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Documents Needed to Apply
Required:
Optional:
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge
Teaching experience or expertise in at least three of the following areas is desirable:
Corrections, Juvenile Justice, Criminal Law, and research methods.
Knowledge of subject matter, trends, and course content pertinent to Criminal Justice.
Knowledge of online and classroom teaching environments, such as Canvas or other course management systems.
Skills
Different teaching modality.
Interpersonal and written communication skills.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Curriculum development skills.
Soft skills in maintaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
Specific interest in teaching introductory courses, potentially involving collaboration with Concurrent Enrollment instructors.
Teaching pedagogy in a variety of delivery formats
Abilities
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
Ability to work independently, ethically, and professionally.
Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.
EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.
UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.
Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:
For more information about the benefits offered, visit https://www.uvu.edu/peopleandculture/benefits.
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Employer Utah Valley University
Address 800 W. University Parkway
Orem, Utah, 84058
Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627
Website http://www.uvu.edu
Utah Valley University was established in 1941 as Central Utah Vocational School (CUVS) with the primary function of providing war production training. CUVS was part of the Provo School District located in south Provo. The institution received a state appropriation in March 1945 of $50,000 to operate for the 1945-1947 biennium. In 1947, the school received funding as a permanent state institution. A new site for the school was acquired on University Avenue in Provo in 1948; in the 1952, the state appropriated funding for the first construction on that site. As enrollments grew, the state acquired over 185 acres in southwest Orem and the first building was completed in 1977. Today, the University’s facilities consist of a combined total of 412 acres with 50 buildings with campuses in Orem, Provo, and Heber City and property in Vineyard and at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi.