Adjunct Instructor in Legal Studies
Adjunct Instructor in Legal StudiesThe University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Legal Studies.
Position Details Location Hattiesburg118 College DriveHattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001United States Division School of Social Sciences and Global Studies Position Type Faculty Employment Status Part Time Grant Funded No Salary Range 3,000.
00 - 3,000.
00 Posting Close Date open until filledSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsCandidates should submit their (1) cover letter,(2) resume and (3) names of three references.
Unofficial transcripts will be required before being able to interview a candidate and official transcripts are required prior to date of employment.
Job SummaryThe School of Social Science and Global Studies at the University of Southern Mississippi is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach Legal Studies courses.
The primary responsibility of this position will be teaching courses in the Legal Studies (Paralegal) and Legal Studies (Pre-Law) degree plans.
Courses could include, but are not limited to, Civil Litigation, Law Office Computing and Management, and Legal Drafting.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Teach Legal Studies classes as needed.
Attend program meetings as determined by the program coordinator.
Follow all university, college, and school policies regarding teaching practices and job performance.
Be responsive to communication from students, staff, and administration.
Hold regular office hours.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsJuris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.
Current license to practice law in at least one jurisidiction.
At least three years of active practice as a licensed attorney.
Preferred QualificationsPrior teaching experience at the collegiate or professional field.
About The University of Southern MississippiThe University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online.
Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 146 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's R1:
Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and large event venue safety and security, among others.
USM is also one of only 37 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music.
As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state.
USM welcomes a diverse student body of more than 14,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi.
USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 37 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 27 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists.
Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
For more information, visit www.
usm.
edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.
Recommended Skills Administration Social Sciences Teaching Civil Law Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Position Details Location Hattiesburg118 College DriveHattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001United States Division School of Social Sciences and Global Studies Position Type Faculty Employment Status Part Time Grant Funded No Salary Range 3,000.
00 - 3,000.
00 Posting Close Date open until filledSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsCandidates should submit their (1) cover letter,(2) resume and (3) names of three references.
Unofficial transcripts will be required before being able to interview a candidate and official transcripts are required prior to date of employment.
Job SummaryThe School of Social Science and Global Studies at the University of Southern Mississippi is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach Legal Studies courses.
The primary responsibility of this position will be teaching courses in the Legal Studies (Paralegal) and Legal Studies (Pre-Law) degree plans.
Courses could include, but are not limited to, Civil Litigation, Law Office Computing and Management, and Legal Drafting.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Teach Legal Studies classes as needed.
Attend program meetings as determined by the program coordinator.
Follow all university, college, and school policies regarding teaching practices and job performance.
Be responsive to communication from students, staff, and administration.
Hold regular office hours.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsJuris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.
Current license to practice law in at least one jurisidiction.
At least three years of active practice as a licensed attorney.
Preferred QualificationsPrior teaching experience at the collegiate or professional field.
About The University of Southern MississippiThe University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online.
Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 146 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's R1:
Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and large event venue safety and security, among others.
USM is also one of only 37 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music.
As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state.
USM welcomes a diverse student body of more than 14,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi.
USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 37 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 27 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists.
Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
For more information, visit www.
usm.
edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.
Recommended Skills Administration Social Sciences Teaching Civil Law Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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