2025- 2026 Justice Studies Adjunct
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Adjunct Faculty |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA) |
99999 |
| EPA Position Type |
Faculty |
| JCAT |
206000 |
Position Overview
| Primary Purpose of the Position |
The Department of History, Politics, and Social Justice at Winston-Salem State University is seeking to hire adjunct faculty to teach Justice Studies and Political Science courses that are vital for its program/cognate to aid the 2025-2026 academic year.
The department seeks exceptional candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, advising mentoring undergraduate research, interdisciplinary teaching and research collaboration, engagement with the broader public, and service to the community.
Successful candidate must have at least a Master's degree in Justice Studies/Criminal Justice/Political Science or related field. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching "Research Methods, Victimology, Senior Seminar and varied law related courses" |
| Primary Function of Organizational Unit |
The Department of History, Politics and Social Justice seeks to enrich the minds of our students by providing them with programs/courses that will strengthen their minds. These positions are needed to fulfill the vital requirement for our programs. These adjuncts are responsible for teaching:
- Comparative World History: Gender
- African American History: 1865- present;
- African American Material/Methods
- Intro to Global History
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Position Information
| Working Position Title |
2025- 2026 Justice Studies Adjunct |
| Building and Room No. |
Coltrane Hall |
| Appointment Type |
Time limited |
| If Time Limited. |
Yes |
| Appointment Length. |
Up to 1 academic year |
| Position Number |
AJC125 |
Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
No |
| Minimum Experience/Education |
Master's Degree or higher in Justice Studies, Political Science or related field, from an accredited institution, and at least 18 graduate hours in Justice Studies/Political Science by the time of appointment.
The candidate must also have excellent communication/interpersonal skills and a commitment to a liberal arts education in a diverse educational environment.
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| Normal Work Schedule |
Monday through Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Department Required Skills |
Required education summary for the Justice Studies courses:
- Master's Degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Political Science or a closely related field, from an accredited institution (Ph.D. preferred).
- Candidate should possess one year of college-level or more of successful teaching experience preferred.
- Three years or more of experience with SPSS products and Canvas LMS platform.
- Ph.D. or have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. in Justice Studies, Political Science, or a related field by the time of appointment.
- Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience teaching "Research Methods, Victimology, Senior Seminar and varied law related courses"
- Experience teaching Research Methods, Senior Seminar, Victimology, Criminal, Administrative & Constitutional Law courses.
- Ability to teach in a Historically Black Institution, sensitivity to the issues of social justice confronting minority groups in the United States and around the world; an experienced, self-disciplined, compassionate professional who can act as a role model for our students by inspiring them to excel as they confront social justice issues.
- Strong commitment to student learning and engagement
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
- Ph.D. in Justice Studies and/or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to a liberal arts education in a diverse educational community.
- Prior teaching experience in a diverse university environment.
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| Required License or Certification |
|
| Valid US Driver's License |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
| Describe the specific job duties related to this competency |
The Adjunct Faculty will be responsible for teaching Justice Studies and or Political Science courses in the 2025-2026 academic year.
Course Listing:
- Victims and Crimes
- Senior Seminar in Leadership Success
- Constitutional Law
- Criminal Law
- Administrative Law
- Police and Community
- and other courses per departmental needs
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| Percentage Of Time |
100 |
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Position Type |
Temporary |
| Time Limited Position |
Yes |
| Appointment Length |
Up to 1 academic year |
| Salary |
Commensurate Upon Education and Experience |
| Open Date |
11/04/2025 |
| Close Date |
11/21/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834 |
Supplemental Questions
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- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
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- Personal Referral
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- Other
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
- References List
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Letter of Reference 1
- Letter of Reference 2
- Letter of Reference 3
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Winston Salem State University
Commensurate Upon Education and Experience
Nov 04, 2025