Assistant/Associate Professor in Conservation Law Enforcement

Unity Environmental University is seeking a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor in Conservation Law Enforcement to teach and design undergraduate courses. Candidates should have expertise in conservation law enforcement and a commitment to accessible education. The university employs an innovative Enterprise Model, enhancing responsiveness to student needs while fostering an entrepreneurial environment. This position is based in New Gloucester, ME, indicating it is not a remote job.
About Unity Environmental University at Pineland:

At Unity Environmental University at Pineland, our In-Person
Education subsidiary offers uniquely structured undergraduate
programs tailored for students who wish to focus on one course at a
time. This innovative approach ensures immersion in each subject,
fostering a comprehensive understanding and mastery of the
material.

Our academic programs are career-oriented, designed to equip
students with practical skills and knowledge that are directly
applicable in the workforce. As we continue to expand and enhance
our offerings, we are actively seeking faculty members who are not
only experts in their fields but also share a deep commitment to
making education both accessible and affordable.

We invite passionate educators to join our team, where you will
play a pivotal role in disrupting the status quo of higher
education, and are driven by the opportunity to make a difference.
We encourage you to apply and help us drive forward our mission of
accessible, high-quality education.

About The Enterprise Model:

In 2017, Unity Environmental University pioneered a shift in
organizational structure by embracing the Enterprise Model. This
innovative model strategically segments the university into several
Sustainable Education Business Units (SEBUs), each functioning with
a high degree of autonomy. Designed akin to a matrix organization,
the Enterprise Model combines the benefits of both centralized and
decentralized management, enhancing the university's agility and
responsiveness to the dynamic needs of its students and broader
societal challenges.

This entrepreneurial framework fosters an environment where each
SEBU operates as an independent entity, yet is interconnected with
the university's core mission. The SEBUs are empowered to develop
specialized programs, services, and products that directly meet the
unique demands of their specific audiences.

Leadership within the Enterprise Model is both collaborative and
authoritative; decisions are made efficiently at various levels,
from the President to the Heads of SEBUs and Chief Officers, all
incorporating feedback from relevant stakeholders. This model
abolishes traditional silos and eschews the need for consensus,
ensuring that no single entity can veto the decisions of another,
thereby maintaining a streamlined and effective decision-making
process. In this model, every faculty member reports to a Dean who
oversees their daily work and performance evaluations.

Our Mission:

We are dedicated to delivering quality education and experiences
that produce outstanding environmentally competent professionals
and inspire individuals from all walks of life to steward
sustainable ecosystems.

The Opportunity:

Unity Environmental University @ Pineland is currently seeking a
full-time Assistant/Associate Professor in Conservation Law
Enforcement with an entrepreneurial spirit to teach and design
baccalaureate-level courses for our bachelor’s degree in
Conservation Law Enforcement. Courses include but are not limited
to Wildlife and Marine Law Enforcement, Drug Recognition Training,
Courtroom Procedure and Evidence, and Environmental Criminology.
Competitive candidates should have a record of scholarship in the
field of conservation law enforcement and a strong passion for
teaching courses in-person, designed to prepare learners for 21st
century careers.

The Unity Environmental University @ Pineland bachelor’s degree in
Conservation Law Enforcement prepares students for careers with
fish and game agencies, law enforcement agencies, conservation
agencies, and private organizations as game wardens, natural
resource officers, marine patrol officers, and environmental
protection officers. This position will Conservation Law
Enforcement student success, career networking, completion rates,
course instruction, development, and program review.

Day to day responsibilities:
• Teach environmentally focused Conservation Law Enforcement
courses and other courses as assigned.
• Develop up to 4 courses per year.
• Be knowledgeable in the appropriate delivery of the content in
a non-standard calendar and within relevant modalities.
• Teach a minimum of 480 student workload credits per calendar
year (~8 courses/year) as assigned.
• Contribute to scholarship and research at a regional or
national level.
• Work with the Dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs
in appropriate disciplines.
• Apply various learning modalities and technologies to engage
and support in-person students in achieving learning outcomes.
• Guide capstone projects in assigned programs as needed.
• Help recruit students into the Unity Environmental University @
Pineland programs.
• Maintain currency in course delivery and technology.
• Demonstrate a high degree of commitment to customer service and
quality education.

Qualifications

Do you have the skills?
• The ideal candidate will have at least a master’s degree in the
discipline or closely related field of study, along with:
• Substantial field experience in state or federal conservation
law enforcement at the state or federal level, procedures of
criminal law, and supervision of law enforcement officers.
• Specialization in human dimensions or wildlife, urban wildlife
management, or game species management.
• Demonstrated ability teaching in an in-person postsecondary or
police academy environment.
• Record of scholarly research through publications,
presentations and/or professional practice.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong
interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with technical terminology as appropriate.
• Excellent initiative and organizational skills with ability to
work both autonomously and in a team.
• Great time management skills.
• Ability and willingness to work in-person with students from
diverse political/socioeconomic backgrounds and a wide range of
physical and academic abilities
• Personal commitment to the environmental focus and mission of
the Institution
• Ability to obtain a valid Maine driver’s license with a good
driving record.
• Ability to function effectively within a matrix organizational
structure, maintaining open lines of communication while being
discreet, courteous, and well poised.

Are you thinking about applying but unsure if it's the right
fit? We encourage you to reach out anyway. We recognize that
everyone brings different experiences and skills to the table. Take
a chance and submit your application; you might be exactly who
we're looking for.

Location: Pineland Farms, New Gloucester, Maine

Just a half hour from Portland, Unity Environmental University
Headquarters, Unity Environmental University Distance Education,
In-Person @ Pineland, and the School of Environmental Business
& Sustainable Ventures are based at the Pineland Farms campus.
The facilities are within easy access to one of the fastest-growing
cities for startups in the country.

Work Schedule:

Work hours are specific to the requirements of this position and
can include days, evenings, and weekends. Working extended hours
required as needed. Must be flexible and cooperative in fulfilling
responsibilities and meeting the Institution’s needs. Although
Unity Environmental University employees are generally scheduled to
work at their specifically assigned locations, there are times when
travel is necessary and employees are required from time to time to
attend events, meetings or work temporary assignment at any Unity
Environmental University location.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, it is regularly required
to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to
stand or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up
to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception,
and the ability to adjust focus. The use of either hand for
repetitive movements such as grasping, grasping and turning, and
fine manipulation is required as is the ability to use the
telephone for internal and external communications.

Company Perks:

Unity Environmental University offers a comprehensive and
competitive compensation and benefits package for its faculty and
staff. Benefits for eligible employees include:
• Paid holidays off
• 4 weeks of PTO
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan with up to 8% match
• Relocation Assistance