Instructor, Professional Certificate Programs - Paralegal

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A public educational institution in Kennesaw, GA seeks a part-time Instructor for its Professional Certificate Programs in Paralegal. The ideal candidate should have a Law Degree and at least ten years of legal experience, particularly in areas such as Civil Litigation and Criminal Law. Responsibilities include teaching and assessing students, maintaining curriculum quality, and providing engagement in course marketing activities. This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to the education of future paralegals.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in the legal field in areas such as Civil Litigation and Criminal Law.
• Must possess the appropriate professional credential related to the field.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction of the course curriculum.
• Conduct assessments and record grades for all homework and tests.
• Participate in marketing of courses and assist in program evaluation.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

Law Degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from an accredited institution

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Instructor, Professional Certificate Programs - Paralegal

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 290382

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

• Experience with American Bar Association (ABA) accredited programs desired
• Expert in the principles and best practices of one or more of the required knowledge areas
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation Skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Job Summary

Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in the assigned program. Follows departmental guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant regulations. Paralegal Instructor with KSU Professional Education that prepares students to obtain their paralegal certification to work in law offices banks, government agencies, corporations, and real estate firms. Provide quality and technically relevant instruction in a prescribed law curriculum related to one or more of the following topics: Bankruptcy and Collection Law, Civil Litigation, Contracts, and Business Associations, Criminal Law, Estate Planning and Probate, Family Law, Overview of the Law, Law Office Management and Technology, Legal Research and Writing, Real Estate Law, or Tort Law.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of course curriculum
• Teaches students learning strategies
• Conducts teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment, manipulatives, props, and other learning aids
• Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learning outcomes as addressed in the program’s addendum
• Assesses and records grading for all homework assignments, quizzes, and tests
• Completes paperwork associated with classroom and project management
• Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students by providing technical information regarding course content during biannual Open House events
• Assists with course and/or program evaluation and continuous improvement and resolve quiz disputes when necessary
• Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfaction scores
• Keeps Program Manager informed of any curriculum or student code of conduct issues
• Records attendance in learning management system

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Law Degree, either J. D. or LL. B. from an accredited institution of higher education

Other Required Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain the appropriate professional credential for or related to the field or position

Required Experience

• Ten (10) years of experience working in the legal field in one or more of these fields: Legal Research and Writing, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Real Estate Law, Family Law, Contracts and Business Associations, Bankruptcy and Collection Law, Estate Planning and Probate, Law Office Management and Technology, or Tort Law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a paralegal a plus
• Prior teaching experience preferred
• Experience with curriculum development a plus

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Abilities

• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
• Able to motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process
• Able to review syllabus and learning outcomes the first night of class
• Able to provide sufficient time for students to complete course evaluations
• Do not release class early
• Do not leave class unattended
• Able to respond to student inquiries in a timely manner

Knowledge

• Be familiar with all emergency procedures posted in the classroom

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

US Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf