Faculty are essential to Liberty University’s mission of Training Champions for Christ. It is expected that ‎‎‎‎‎a faculty member model a personal commitment to the goals and values of Liberty University, engage ‎‎‎‎‎in an active commitment to, and experience of, personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed ‎‎‎‎‎Christian worldview. Faculty should view their teaching, engagement with students, and scholarship as a ‎‎‎means to a significant educational ‎‎end. They should strive to employ a variety of techniques for the ‎‎‎development of good learning ‎‎conditions, view each student as a unique individual, and insofar as it is ‎‎‎possible, provide for individual ‎‎differences, abilities, and interests. ‎

The Associate Professor’s primary role is to teach in their areas of expertise, maintain the ‎‎integrity of ‎‎course and ‎instructional programs, and to ensure that their delivery is in alignment with the University ‎‎mission and ‎‎‎vision for the student experience. As such, faculty are responsible for creating an academic ‎‎atmosphere ‎‎‎of mutual respect and consideration for individual dignity. Faculty members may be asked ‎‎to aid in the ‎‎‎development of curriculum in the residential and distance education environments, as well ‎‎as engage in ‎‎‎research/scholarship or creative activity that varies depending upon the expectations of ‎‎their respective ‎‎‎college or school and any additional activities involving service to students and their ‎‎professional ‎‎‎discipline.

The Director of the Center for Excellence in Criminal Justice will be responsible for the organization and communication necessary for the quality, expansion, sustainability, and oversight of the all COE programs. The position will also require maintaining collaborative partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies to develop comprehensive education and training programs that prepare law enforcement professionals, students, and civilians to meet the challenges of modern policing and criminal justice, promoting ethical practices, leadership, and public safety.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Program Development & Oversight

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs, workshops, and seminars.

• Oversee academic programs, including curriculum development and faculty collaboration.

• Ensure compliance with assessment standards and requirements set forth from the Department of Criminal Justice Services.

• Develop and manage the Center’s budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.

• Ensure sustainable growth through fundraising and donor engagement.

Community & Industry Engagement

• Build partnerships with public safety agencies, policymakers, criminal justice advocates, and non-profit organizations to broaden the training cadre, improve curriculum development and ensure effective collaboration.

• Serve as a public spokesperson for the center on criminal justice related matters and ensure effective management of students volunteer and internship opportunities to supplement academic coursework.

• Develop and implement the Center’s strategic goals of promoting justice, compassion, and ethical leadership, all of which are deeply rooted in our Christian values at LU.

Research & Scholarship

• Foster and lead interdisciplinary research initiatives in criminal justice.

• Provide a “hub” for innovative crime analysis and mapping.

• Collect, analyze, and disseminate criminal justice data to inform policy and practice.

• Promote experiential learning through internships, service-learning, and practical field research.

• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for students and those attending Center programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, Public Administration, or other related disciplines

Other Qualifications

• 15 or more years in public safety, with preference considered for experience in positions of leadership.
• Demonstrated strengths in teaching and mentoring.
• Organizational skills that facilitate the completion of assignments and tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Familiarity with of Microsoft Office suite and online Learning Management Systems

Target Hire Date

2025-05-30

Time Type

Full time

Location

Lynchburg - In Office

The University is an Equal Opportunit