Instructor, Professional Certificate Programs-Paralegal

About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia . Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

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

Department Information

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*:
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

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. Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in the assigned program. Follows departmental guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of course curriculum
2. Teaches students learning strategies
3. Conducts teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment, manipulatives, props, and other learning aids
4. 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
5. Assesses and records grading for all homework assignments, quizzes, and tests
6. Completes paperwork associated with classroom and project management
7. Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students by providing technical information regarding course content during biannual Open House events
8. Assists with course and/or program evaluation and continuous improvement and resolve quiz disputes when necessary
9. Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfaction scores
10. Keeps Program Manager informed of any curriculum or student code of conduct issues
11. 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

Additional 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

USG 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, eeo@kennesaw.edu

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