Program Specialist - Legal Studies

Lackawanna College; Scranton (Lackawanna County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lackawanna College is seeking a Program Specialist – Legal Studies to support the Program Director and help ensure the program's success. This non-tenure track role requires strong interpersonal, multitasking, leadership, and organizational skills, with primary remote work and limited in-person attendance.

Responsibilities include teaching, tutoring, advising, developing experiential learning opportunities, ABA compliance tasks, and participation in curriculum design; involvement in college

Qualifications

• JD required.
• 5+ years of actual industry experience preferred.
• Teaching online preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to participate in college committees and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assume teaching duties as assigned by the program director within the Legal Studies program.
• Provide tutoring assistance to students as assigned.
• Advise students for program progression and employment upon completion.
• Assist the Director in developing, conducting, coordinating, and evaluating experiential learning opportunities for Legal Studies.
• Maintain knowledge of the legal studies profession and educational methods through ongoing development.
• Participate in curriculum design and curricular assessment aligning with ABA standards.
• Assist in ABA re-approval and compliance tasks.
• Involvement in student and program assessment from admission to post-graduation per the program assessment plan.
• Oversee publication of the Law Journal.
• Serve on College committees as needed.
• Participate in activities that demonstrate professional expertise in administration, teaching and Legal Studies competence.
• Assist in publicizing and disseminating information about the Legal Studies program.
• Assist Director with measuring student attainment of program competencies and outcomes.
• Participate in Lackawanna College professional development opportunities, including CTL and adjunct training.
• Provide academic advising and course planning support for students.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Written communication

Independent work

Collaboration

Judgment and decision making

Adaptability

Education

Juris doctorate (JD)

Tools

Online teaching platforms

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES:

The Program Specialist – Legal Studies is responsible for supporting the Program Director Legal Studies (“Director”) to help ensure the program is successful. This position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to multi-task, strong leadership abilities, and good time management and organizational skills. The Program Specialist – Legal Studies position is a non-tenure track position.

This position is visible to the entire College community and to the public at all levels and routinely interacts with all constituent groups of the College as well as prospective clients and students.

This position is primarily remote, however, in person attendance may be required in limited circumstances.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assume teaching duties as assigned by the program director within the Legal Studies program as a core program staff member.
2. Provide tutoring assistance to students that require it as assigned.
3. Prepare students for success in program progression (including but not limited to advising), obtaining employment upon program completion, and/or continuing their education.
4. Assist the Director in the developing of, conducting, coordinating, and evaluating the experiential learning opportunities related to the Legal Studies Program.
5. Maintain current knowledge of the legal studies profession and educational methodology through continuing professional development.
6. Participate in curriculum design and ongoing curricular assessment of the legal studies program aligning with ABA standards.
7. Assist the Director with ABA re-approval and compliance tasks.
8. Involvement in all areas of student and program assessment from admission to post graduation as outlined in the program assessment plan.
9. Oversee the publication of the Law Journal.
10. Serve on College committees as needed.
11. Participate in activities that facilitate professional expertise in the areas of administration, teaching and maintenance of Legal Studies competence.
12. Assist in publicizing and disseminating information about the Legal Studies program.
13. Assist Director with measuring student attainment of program competencies and outcomes.
14. Participate in Lackawanna College professional development opportunities, including CTL and adjunct professional development training.
15. Provide academic advising and course planning support for students.
16. Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects, as assigned.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

1. Demonstrated successful classroom experience at the two- or four-year college level using engaging, meaningful lessons and assessments, and comfort with including technology in the classroom.
2. Maintains current and comprehensive knowledge of the legal profession.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to maintain effective working relationships with students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
4. Knowledge of current trends in post-secondary education and a willingness to incorporate them into lessons, materials, and assessments.
5. Proficient computer skills.
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
7. Proven ability to think and work strategically, and to view processes from a holistic perspective.
8. Must be able to function and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
9. Excellent collaboration and customer service skills.
10. Displays competence, professionalism and pride in being an employee of this institution.
11. Support the College's Mission, particularly in administering the responsibilities of the department.
12. Proven initiative and resourcefulness.
13. Ability to work independently and conscientiously.
14. Sound judgment and excellent decision-making skills.
15. Ability to work flexible hours based on the needs of the College. Evenings and weekends may be required in support of events and activities.

EDUCATION:

• Juris doctorate (JD) required

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 5 years of actual industry experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing/revising curriculum preferred.
• Teaching online preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position will require the ability to frequently reach, stand, walk, bend, twist, grasp, sit, talk, hear, see, climb and perform repetitive motions.
• Position will require the ability to lift and carry items up to 20 pounds, and push/pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Deadline for applications, August 21, 2026.

In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and all other applicable non-discrimination laws, Lackawanna College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran’s status, or genetic information in its educational programs and activities, admissions, and with regard to employment.

Lackawanna College is an accredited, private, non-profit educational institution providing opportunities for career and personal development within selected associates degree, certificate and continuing education program.

If our mission inspires you, and you are willing to go the extra mile to help our students succeed.

Please know that only the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications can be considered, and only those selected for interviews will be contacted by a college representative. No phone calls, please.