Instructor, Professional Certificate Programs (Part-Time, CPE) - Paralegal

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is seeking a Paralegal Instructor for Professional Education. This part-time position involves delivering quality instruction in a prescribed law curriculum and preparing students for paralegal certification.

Experience in legal research, civil litigation, contracts, and real estate law is valued, with a focus on effective teaching and assessment. The role requires a law degree and a strong ability to engage students, manage coursework, and participate in program

Qualifications

• Law degree (JD or LL.B.) from an accredited institution.
• Ten (10) years of experience in the legal field including areas like Legal Research and Writing, Civil Litigation, Real Estate, or Probate.
• Must possess and maintain the appropriate professional credential for or related to the field.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of course curriculum.
• Teaches students learning strategies.
• Conducts teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment and learning aids.
• Assesses and records grading for all assignments, quizzes, and tests.
• Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent judgment

Organization

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Project management

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree (JD or LL.B.)

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Instructor, Professional Certificate Programs (Part-Time, CPE) -Paralegal

Job ID: 303932

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives throughacademic excellence, innovative research, strong communitypartnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University isone of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. Withgrowing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand ourinstitutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia.We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoraldegrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders,lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Ourentrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division Iathletics draw students from throughout the region and from morethan 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrantculture, career opportunities,rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, andaccountability make us an employer of choice. We are part ofthe University System ofGeorgia. We are searching for talented people to joinKennesaw State University in our vision. Come TakeFlight at KSU!

Location

(Primary Location for JobResponsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

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

Department Information

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ANDABILITIES*:

• Experience with American Bar Association (ABA) accreditedprograms desired


• Expert in the principles and best practices of one or more ofthe required knowledge areas


• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one-time meetingassigned deadlines


• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork,problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication(verbal and written), time management, project management andpresentation Skills


• Proficient with computer applications and programs associatedwith 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 theassigned program. Follows departmental guidelines, policies,procedures and relevant regulations. Paralegal Instructor with KSUProfessional Education that prepares students to obtain theirparalegal certification to work in law offices banks, governmentagencies, corporations, and real estate firms. Provide quality andtechnically relevant instruction in a prescribed law curriculumrelated to one or more of the following topics: Bankruptcy andCollection Law, Civil Litigation, Contracts, and BusinessAssociations, Criminal Law, Estate Planning and Probate, FamilyLaw, 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 coursecurriculum


• Teaches students learning strategies


• Conducts teaching and instructional activities using educationalequipment, manipulatives, props, and other learning aids


• Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessmentmeasurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learningoutcomes as addressed in the program¿s addendum


• Assesses and records grading for all homework assignments,quizzes, and tests


• Completes paperwork associated with classroom and projectmanagement


• Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students byproviding technical information regarding course content duringbiannual Open House events


• Assists with course and/or program evaluation and continuousimprovement and resolve quiz disputes when necessary


• Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfactionscores


• Keeps Program Manager informed of any curriculum or studentcode of conduct issues


• Records attendance in learning management system

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

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

Other Required Qualifications

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

Required Experience

• Ten (10) years of experience working in the legal field in one ormore of these fields: Legal Research and Writing, Civil Litigation,Criminal Law, Real Estate Law, Family Law, Contracts and BusinessAssociations, Bankruptcy and Collection Law, Estate Planning andProbate, 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

Abilities

• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meetingassigned deadlines


• Able to motivate students to actively participate in all aspects ofthe educational process


• Able to review syllabus and learning outcomes the first night ofclass


• Able to provide sufficient time for students to complete courseevaluations


• 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 theclassroom

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving,independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal andwritten), time management, project management and presentation skills


• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated withthe position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)


• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills


• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as thefoundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USGcommunity member is responsible for demonstrating and upholdingthese standards.More details on the USG Statement of CoreValues and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy8.2.18.1.2 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 inBoard Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom foundon-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an EqualEmployment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed tomaintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work andstudy. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law,Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the Universityprohibits harassment of or discrimination against any personbecause of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment,pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexualorientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity ornational origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, orveteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community oncampus, in connection with a University program or activity, or ina manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSUcommunity.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaintunder the provisions of this policy, students, employees,applicants for employment or admission or other third partiesshould contact the Office of Institutional Equity at EnglishBuilding, 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 criminalbackground investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclosecriminal record history during the initial screening process andprior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants forpositions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will beimmediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

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

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