Technical Instructor, Legal Studies

Chattahoochee Technical College; United States; Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Chattahoochee Technical College is seeking an Instructor for Legal Studies to teach all LGST courses at the Marietta home campus. The role includes advising students and collaborating with internal and external partners to support enrollment and retention.

Some telework is available with hybrid and online instruction options. Prior teaching experience is a plus, but not required, and Blackboard or other LMS familiarity is desirable.

Qualifications

• Teaching LGST courses to associate degree and diploma students.
• Advise students to meet department, division and college goals.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to promote enrollment and retention.

Responsibilities

• Teach all Legal Studies courses (LGST) in the Associate Degree and Diploma.
• Advise students to meet department, division and college goals.
• Collaborate with partners to promote enrollment and retention.

Skills

Teaching

Online instruction

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate or Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies/Legal Studies

Master’s Degree in Law or Legal Studies

Tools

Blackboard LMS

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Technical Instructor, Legal Studies ; Agency: Chattahoochee Technical College ; Job Requisition ID: JR0000003223 ; Shift: Any (United States of America) ; Compensation Details: $70,928 ANNUALLY

Job Description: POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT POSITION: Instructor, Legal Studies (Home campus: Marietta)

This instructor will report to the Associate Dean of Business. This instructor will teach all Legal Studies (LGST) courses in the Associate Degree and Diploma. The LGST faculty work together to meet department, division, and college goals. In addition to teaching, faculty advise students to meet department, division and college goals. In addition to teaching, LGST faculty collaborate with internal and external partners to promote enrollment and retention. Prior teaching experience is a plus, but is not required. Some telework is available. Hybrid and online instruction. Online instruction is asynchronous and synchronous.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate OR Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies/Legal Studies AND work experience as a paralegal
• Master’s Degree in Law or Legal Studies AND work experience as a paralegal

Preferred Qualifications

• Postsecondary teaching experience with computer-assisted instruction
• Experience with instruction in a postsecondary setting with Blackboard or other online learning management systems
• Experience supervising the work of paralegals/legal assistants

Salary & Benefits: $70,928 annually. Benefits include paid holidays, annual leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program. Please be aware that Chattahoochee Tech employees will be paid by direct deposit, unless exempted by the State Accounting Office based on “hardship” evidence provided by the employee.

Anticipated Employment Date: October 2026.

Employment Policy: Chattahoochee Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Questions about the accreditation of Chattahoochee Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling [phone], or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

As set forth in its student catalog, Chattahoochee Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Chattahoochee Technical College Title IX Coordinator, Shanequa “Nickkie” Warrington, Marietta Campus, 980 South Cobb Drive, Building C 1102B, Marietta, GA 30060, 770-975-4023, or [e-mail], and Chattahoochee Technical College Section 504 Coordinator, Caitlin Barton, 5198 Ross Road, Building A1320, Acworth, GA 30102, [phone], or [e-mail].

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.