Lamar State College-Port Arthur Hiring for Adjunct Instructor, Paralegal (Prison Location) at Port Arthur, TX Full Time

Security Sensitive Statement:

Positions are security sensitive and subject to Texas education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title:

Adjunct Instructor, Paralegal (Prison Location)

Is this an Adjunct Position:

Yes

Position Number:

800994

Posting Number:

201500147FAC

Start Date:

05/22/2023

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions To Applicants:

Part-time appointment to teach at the Federal Prison in Beaumont. The successful applicant must be capable of meeting and maintaining clearance requirements of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resume and Cover Letter is required. Unofficial transcripts required prior to campus interview, official transcripts required upon hire. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the of the process of applying for a position.

In compliance with House Bill 558 passed during the 76th Legislative session, Lamar State College-Port Arthur requires that all male U.S. citizens from 18 to 26 years of age provide proof of registration with the Selective System or exemption from such registration, prior to employment.

If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at (409) 984-6237 or (409) 984-6259.

LSCPA’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46).
Lamar State College-Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer. EEO/AA

Job Summary:

Adjunct Instructor duties include teaching paralegal courses and completing duties associated with adjunct teaching. Must have experience as a paralegal with four or more years and/or a lawyer who has worked with paralegals for four or more years. Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning. Develop, update, and post course syllabi in a timely manner. Teaching assignment may include day and evening classes, and/or online classes at the correctional facilities. Must receive and maintain security clearance for the prison system. Performs related duties as required.

Classes are taught within the correctional system. There are nominal risks associated with working in a prison environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, speak, listen, and see. The employee is occasionally required to sit, lift, push, pull and carry objects. Working conditions are in a classroom setting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in paralegal studies or juris prudence. A minimum of four years of experience providing paralegal services.
Work with students, faculty, and staff members in professional manner.
Plan, schedule, and manage projects and assignments.
Must receive and maintain security clearance for the prison system.

Preferred Qualifications:

Teaching experience is preferred.

Salary:

$2,200 per class per semester. Depends on course load.

Work Hours:

Hours to teach varies. Could be day or evening classes.

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https://lamarpa.peopleadmin.com/postings/3245

Essential Job Functions:

Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline.

Essential Job Functions:

Provide quality and innovative instruction as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

Develop, update, and post course syllabi by posted deadlines.

Essential Job Functions:

Assist in inventory and ordering of necessary supplies and other items needed for the course.

Essential Job Functions:

Attend faculty meetings and participate in professional development activities.

Essential Job Functions:

Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience when appropriate.

Essential Job Functions:

Complete faculty responsibilities by given deadlines.

Essential Job Functions:

Maintain student grades and records. Complete all necessary paperwork within required timeframes.

Essential Job Functions:

Maintain workplace safety standards in accordance with industry best practice while keeping labs and tools clean and in good repair.

Minimum Requests:

3

Maximum Requests:

3