Lecturer of Paralegal Studies - up to 3 positions to be filled
Requisition:202500060F
Rank:Lecturer
FLSA status:Exempt
Hiring Salary:Commensurate with experience and education.
Position Type:Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College:Polytechnic College
Department:Polytechnic College
Open Date:04/25/2025
Quicklink: Contact Name:Dr. Scott J. Meyer
Title:Paralegal Studies Program Director
Contact Phone:936-294-4610
Contact Email:scottjamesmeyer@shsu.edu
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job: 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.
Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Criminal Justice, or arelated field (Master’s or Juris Doctorate strongly preferred).
Experience Required for the Position: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.
Open Until Filled:Yes
EEO Statement: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.
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