Full-Time Faculty, Legal Studies (Open Rank)
Stevenson UniversitySummary:
This is a 9-month, full-time, campus-based, open rank faculty position in the Legal Studies program, School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS), with responsibilities for teaching, course development, student advising and mentoring, service to the school, department, and university, and continued scholarship in the field. Teaching responsibilities include 24-30 contact hours per academic year, commensurate with rank. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, student recruitment, retention, and placement efforts; program assessment; and engagement in the life of the university. The Legal Studies faculty member fulfills all responsibilities of a full-time faculty member as defined in the Stevenson University Policies and the SHSS Full-Time Faculty Job Description. Rank and title are determined at the time of hire and will be commensurate with education and experience.
Department: School of Humanities & Social Sciences: Legal Studies
Education/Experience:
Juris Doctor degree, plus college-level teaching experience in legal studies or related subjects, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Professional experience in related fields preferred. Candidates with a masters degree in a law-related field will be considered for the rank of Lecturer.
Knowledge/Skills/Ability:

• Demonstrated knowledge and teaching ability in pre-law and/or paralegal studies.
• Ability to create inclusive learning experiences that will help students to develop professionally, intellectually, and socially.
• Demonstrated ability to engage in curriculum development, planning, implementation, and assessment of student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to use pedagogies that enhance student engagement.
• Ability to use classroom and learning management technologies (e.g., Blackboard).
• Excellent interpersonal and cultural competency skills and demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and practice inclusive pedagogy.
• Demonstrated student-centered approach to teaching and a commitment to student achievement.
• Commitment to advising, mentoring, and guiding students and supervising student scholarly activity.
• Excellent work ethic and organizational, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Capability to develop and maintain a professional network to support advising, mentoring, and placement of Legal Studies majors in relevant internships and jobs.
• Commitment to integrity, excellence, learning, and community.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity and equity, modeling inclusive behavior, and promoting a culture of belonging.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues in the department and the University.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to travel between campuses.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Physical Requirements:
Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, keyboarding, and repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Position requires sitting for long periods of time and the ability to speak clearly and effectively for an extended period of time.
Essential Functions:
Instructional

• Engage in instructional activity totaling 24-30 contact hours per academic year as assigned by Academic Program Administrator (APA).
• Teaching responsibilities include time spent in face-to-face courses and in immediate preparation for them; preparing teaching materials; conferring with and providing timely feedback to students on course-related matters; directing individual and group studies; reviewing projects and papers; evaluating assignments, examinations, presentations, and other course work in timely fashion; supervising independent study projects; and submitting mid-term and final grades. Stevenson University uses the Blackboard course management system.
• Administrative responsibilities include writing and/or updating syllabi each semester or term; reading and responding to emails; attendance verification, academic alerts, and other reports as requested; and alerting appropriate university personnel to student concerns on a timely basis.
• Maintain teaching effectiveness by encouraging active student learning, reflecting, and responding to student evaluations of teaching, and adjusting teaching strategies per recommendations from classroom observations, supervisor evaluations, and other relevant sources of feedback.
• Prepare courses and syllabi in accordance with published faculty guidelines.
• Schedule and hold at least three office hours per week.
• Conduct student advising activities including time spent providing students with support, resources, and/or recommendations regarding academic, curricular, career and/or graduate school matters.
• Evaluate, update, and revise courses regularly.
• Participate in the assessment activities of the Department, School, and University, including maintain program recognition by the American Bar Association (ABA).

Service

• Offer quality advising services to students, including providing recommendations and resources to students on academic, co-curricular, career and/or graduate school matters.
• Department service includes contributing to student recruitment, retention, and registration efforts; attending departmental meetings; participating in Open Houses and recruiting efforts; attending and participating in planning and coordination of departmental events; and establishing industry relationships to generate internship and full-time placement opportunities for students.
• University service includes, but is not limited to, service on the University, School and Departmental committees.
• Engage and participate in the life and work of the department, School of Humanities & Social Sciences, and Stevenson University. Participate in ongoing departmental activities, including, but not limited to, curriculum development and assessment.
• Act as faculty advisor to Legal Studies-sponsored student clubs and/or honor societies as assigned.
• Attend all convocations, including commencement exercises.
• Attend all University Faculty, Faculty/Staff meetings, and relevant academic Department/School meetings.

Scholarly Activity

• Engage in continuing professional development and scholarly activities related to the field and pedagogical best practices.
• Develop and maintain independent intellectual pursuits, including research and scholarly activities that enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Attend professional development workshops, seminars, and conferences.
• Pursue internal and external funding sources to support scholarly activities.

Reports To: Program Coordinator, Legal Studies
Work Location: Owings Mills
Position Category: Faculty
Position Type:
Months/Year: 9
Hrs/Week: 40
FLSA: Exempt
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: No
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stevenson.peopleadmin.com
EOE/AA Employer of Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability
jeid-df39028c4b5ad8498312b85a2249cfbf