Professor

Professor, Bachelor of Social Science - Criminal Justice - FSCS - FT Academic

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Find Your Spot at Humber

If you are an educational leader looking for an opportunity to be part of a transformative experience and contribute as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.

Humber Polytechnic, one of Canada’s leading postsecondary institutions, offers a combination of theoretical learning and hands on experience and meets its vision of transforming postsecondary education through global and polytechnic leadership.

Humber offers a variety of credentials and flexible learning options including: bachelor’s degrees, diplomas, certificates, graduate certificates and apprentice programs. Faculty and students excel in business, applied technology, media studies, liberal arts and sciences, social & community services, health sciences, hospitality, and creative and performing arts.

If you are interested in working in higher education and are looking to contribute to the largest polytechnic in Ontario, as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.

Job Details:

Position Title: Professor, Bachelor of Social Science - Criminal Justice

Status: FT Academic

Faculty/Department: Faculty of Social & Community Services

Campus/Location: Lakeshore Campus

Salary: Academic starting salaries are determined based on qualifications and years of related experience as detailed in the collective agreement for academic employees.

About the Faculty of Social and Community Services at Humber:

The Faculty of Social and Community Services (FSCS) is committed to sharing knowledge and experience with students to help them become skilled, adaptable, compassionate and career ready graduates. Our faculty experts reinforce excellence, and a commitment to social justice, as students learn to work across a range of careers in the social, community and justice sectors.

About the Professor Role:

The successful candidate will be required to teach a broad range of courses in the Bachelor of Social Science, Criminal Justice program, including the first-year common platform, which is comprised of students from the Bachelor of Community Development, Bachelor of Child and Youth Care and Bachelor of Social Science – Addictions and Mental Health. The incumbent will teach, develop curriculum, design/revise assigned courses, create an effective and innovative learning environment for our students, assess student progress and achievement; work collaboratively with colleagues and participate in committees as assigned. Teaching may be assigned at both the North and Lakeshore campuses and may include teaching at the International Graduate School (Toronto).

The incumbent will also support student advising, student recruitment, graduate placement, assist with the promotion and marketing of programs and develop and maintain strong industry ties.

About you:

You are a dedicated educator driven by a passion for teaching and learning, striving to elevate students' academic achievement. If this sounds like you, keep reading:

Education:

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work, Social Policy or a relevant discipline.

Experience/Skills:

Work experience within the criminal justice, human services, or a related field, is required, as well as a minimum of 5 years of proven teaching experience at the post-secondary level. Industry acumen and experience is required, demonstrated ability to teach several courses offered by the college, along with specialized skills in the following areas: applied research competency, ability to translate theory into practical application and engagement with ongoing, and emerging, social justice matters. Areas of knowledge in restorative justice, indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing, mental health and addictions and human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is an asset.

In addition, the successful candidate will have engaging and effective teaching skills, demonstrated ability to coach and support students, demonstrated experience managing classroom dynamics, strong knowledge and application of current pedagogical principles, a student focused approach and a demonstrated commitment to fostering innovation and positive change. The successful candidate will be a collaborative team player who is committed to a positive team culture. The successful candidate will possess well developed interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills and have demonstrated ability to contribute positively to curriculum development and delivery.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of the principles of equity, diversity inclusion and belonging while demonstrating the cores values of the Faculty of Social and Community Services of inclusion, compassion, integrity, self-awareness, and respect.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!

What’s In it for you?

• An opportunity to have an impact with a post-secondary institution, poised to do great things.
• Diverse, hard-working, committed team of people who care about each other.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Amazing perks!
Highly supportive work culture.

We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Academic positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the FT Academic Collective Agreement (Article 27.11).

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.

Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment (humanrights@humber.ca).

Position Type FT Academic

Work Locations Lakeshore Campus 3199 Lakeshore Blvd. West Etobicoke M8V 1K8

Job Family Community Service

Deadline to Apply November 4, 2024

Job Posting 10/21/24

Department Faculty of Social & Community Services