University of Colorado

Lecturer

University of Colorado – School of Public Affairs

Lecturer

The University of Colorado Denver Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

This posting will establish and maintain a pool of candidates to fill temporary, non-tenure track Lecturer positions for the School of Public Affairs. Candidates hired from this pool may teach undergraduate courses in the Bachelors of Public Administration (BAPA) or Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BACJ) programs, or graduate level courses in the school's Master of Public Administration program (MPA) or Masters of Criminal Justice (MCJ) program. If selected, this would be a part-time, semester-by-semester appointment, with the possibility of renewal. This pool will remain active until December 31, 2024, at which point all applicants will be cleared from the pool. Applicants are encouraged to apply to future recruitment pools after that date.

US News & World Report places CU Denver's School of Public Affairs as a whole at number 25 nationally, tied with Duke University, Georgetown University and several other prominent institutions. Four of SPA's concentrations are ranked in the top 25 programs nationally. This position will establish and maintain a pool of candidates to fill temporary, non-tenure track Lecturer positions for the School of Public Affairs. Candidates hired from this pool may teach undergraduate courses in the Bachelors of Public Administration (BAPA) or Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BACJ) programs, or graduate level courses in the school’s Master of Public Administration program (MPA) or Masters of Criminal Justice (MCJ) program.

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Degrees offered include the Ph.D. in Public Affairs, the Master of Public Administration, the Master of Criminal Justice, the Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, and the Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration. Please visit https:// publicaffairs.ucdenver.edu/ for further details.

Salary and Benefits:

The hiring rate (or budgeted rate) for this position has been established at $4,770 per 3 credit hour course.

The above salary rate represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate at the time of posting.

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

University of Colorado Denver Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Diversity and Equity:

Please click here for information on disability accommodations: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-relations-performance/ada-compliance

Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

The University of Colorado Denver Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must have completed a terminal degree. For most courses, this requires an MPA or Ph.D. in public administration, public policy, criminal justice, or a related field. Candidates must also show strong accomplishment in teaching.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Desired Qualifications:

Leadership and/or managerial administrative experience in public service organizations (ie. a government or nonprofit setting), teaching at the graduate level, and on-line teaching experience are desirable.

Faculty

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a pooled posting. Applications are reviewed by each Program Director quarterly. If a vacant teaching need is identified, applicants that fit the qualifications and experience for a particular course may be contacted. Please direct questions to SPA.HR@ucdenver.edu. Thank you!

Job Category

Faculty

Primary Location

Denver

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Part-time

Posting Date

Jul 7, 2023

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Position Number

00773682
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Part-time
  • Job function

    Education and Training
  • Industries

    Higher Education

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