Adjunct Faculty, Public Policy Programs

University of the Pacific; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 3,500 - 6,500; Part time

Job summary

University of the Pacific invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Department of Public Policy, Public Administration to teach Introduction to Law for Public Administration (3 units) in the Spring semester. The course will be offered online in the evenings to accommodate working professionals.

Adjunct professors are part-time, non-tenure employees, contracted via mutually signed offer letters for specific classes during specific semesters as outlined in the offer letter.

Qualifications

• Requires advanced degree in law (JD, LLM, MSL, or JSD).
• Experience teaching or practicing law in related field is required.
• Ability to translate law and policy into learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Teach Introduction to Law for Public Administration (3 units) in Spring.
• Deliver instruction online with evening scheduling.
• Contribute to student learning through assignments and discussions.

Skills

Teaching experience

Legal practice

Curriculum development

Education

JD / LLM / MSL / JSD

Tools

Canvas

Zoom

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Position Information

Title

Title Adjunct Faculty, Public Policy Programs

Department

Department Public Policy, Public Administration

Posting Number

Posting Number F01105

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Part Time

Open Until Filled No

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions

The Department of Public Policy Programs seeks a public service academic or professional to teach Introduction to Law for Public Administration (3 units) in the Spring semester. The course will be offered in a synchronous, online format mostly in the evening to accommodate the schedules of students who are also working professionals. Adjunct professors are part-time, non-tenure employees, contracted via mutually signed offer letters, to teach specific classes during specific semesters (specific dates) as outlined in the offer letter.

The department’s faculty draw from the region’s most distinguished academics and professionals and offers a wealth of practical and focused experience to our students. With diverse and accomplished faculty, students can experience different pedagogical approaches and gain access to leading practitioners. Using practical experience, our faculty are able to educate students on the current and future practices of government, especially those happening at the state level in California.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicant must possess an advanced degree in law (JD, LLM , MSL , or JSD ).
• Relevant experience such as teaching or legal practice in this field is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicant must possess the capacity to translate substantive law and policy content into effective learning outcomes, lectures, and hands‑on tasks such as discussion, assignments, and quizzes.
• Applicant must have minimal facility with computer navigation and possess the ability to quickly learn new software, including but not limited to Canvas and Zoom.
• Applicant must possess the ability to meet deadlines and coordinate with a team.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? No

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.

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