We're Hiring!

Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site: https://careers.uwf.edu. For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or jobs@uwf.edu.

Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.

POSITION DETAILS

Classification Title:  Instructor
Working Title:  Adjunct Instructor

Department:  Criminology & Criminal Justice (CJ)
FLSA Status:  Exempt
Salary Range:  Commensurate with experience
Pay Basis:  Annually

POSITION OVERVIEW

JOB SUMMARY:

The Legal Studies Program in the Department of Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Legal Studies at the University of West Florida is seeking qualified applicants for an adjunct position to teach various courses associated with legal studies. Opportunities could include face-to-face and/or online delivery options.

The college is building a pool of adjuncts for teaching opportunities for upcoming semesters. Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The person must have at least a Juris Doctor degree. Holds at least the master's degree in an appropriate specialization or the equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and is otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. The appointee may engage in teaching, scholarship and creative projects, and/or service and other related activities, but is not eligible for tenure.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

The person must have at least a Juris Doctor degree. Critical for our needs are individuals with several years of experience working in the legal industry.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The person must have at least a Juris Doctor degree. Critical for our needs are individuals with several years of experience working in the legal industry.

Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:  

• This position requires a criminal background screen.

Special Instructions to Applicants:  Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.

The department is building an applicant pool for temporary to permanent part-time or full-time opportunities. Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis.

ADDITIONAL POSTING DETAILS

Number of Vacancies: Multiple
Work Hours:  Depending on Course Schedule
FTE:  0.225
Closing Date:  7/24/2026

The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 (voice) or 850.857.6158 (TTY). E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.