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Lecturer of Paralegal Studies - up to 3 positions to be filled

Sam Houston State University • Huntsville, TX • 3d ago

Department:

Polytechnic College

Full time, Non-Tenure Track

Open until filled: Yes

Requisition number: 202500060F

Usual duties:

What We Are Doing Our Paralegal Studies program prepares students for success in the legal profession through practical training, real-world experience, career-ready skills and an industry-relevant curriculum. We are seeking a practicing paralegal, legal professional, or attorney with a passion for the law to teach online courses in our accelerated Paralegal Studies program. Prepare students for immediate employment by delivering hands-on training in the law, focused on and aligned with employer needs.

Position Overview:Teach courses in our Paralegal Studies program, helping students develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in legal environments. Courses may include Legal Research and Writing, Law Office Technology, Law Office Management, Mediation, Civil Litigation and/or Family Law, depending on the chosen candidates specialty and program needs.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging, hands-on instruction in Paralegal Studies courses. Develop syllabi, lesson plans, and assignments aligned with program objectives. Provide constructive feedback and support to students. Stay current with legal trends, technology, and industry standards. Collaborate with other faculty to enhance curriculum and student outcomes.

Degree Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Legal Studies, Criminal Justice, or a

related field (Masters or Juris Doctorate strongly preferred).

Experience Requirements:

Experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, college instructor or attorney. Strong commitment to the mission of SamPoly. Strong knowledge of legal procedures, research, and documentation. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Experience with online/hybrid teaching platforms (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard).

Other Requirements for the Position:

Preferred requirements include: Familiarity with - or willingness to adopt - best practices for online learning, including the use of Blackboard. Strong, demonstrated commitment to quality teaching, student success and student completion. Ability to use technology in the teaching and learning process. Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with students, college employees and the public. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; and effectively present information. Strong detail orientation and ability to multi-task with little direct supervision. Cooperating as a team player in various working environments. Ability to thrive in a customer-service oriented collaborative team environment. Applicants must be able to demonstrate fluency in writing and speaking English.

Special Instructions Summary:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Physical Address:

Human Resources Department

1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202

P.O. Box 2356

Huntsville, TX 77341-2356

SHSU Employment Office: (936) 294-1070

Email: Employment@SHSU.edu

Employment Portal: shsu.peopleadmin.com

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