Job Description

North Hennepin Community College, one of the largest and most diverse two-year colleges in Minnesota, is accepting applications for Adjunct Paralegal Faculty.

The Paralegal faculty at NHCC is at the forefront of excellence in paralegal education.  NHCC's Paralegal Program has been approved by the American Bar Association for over 35 years.  Our students learn from faculty who have experience working with paralegals and understand the demands paralegals will face in the workplace.  We help students develop market-ready skills for the legal profession. See more at: https://www.nhcc.edu/academics/degree-pathways/business-and-information-systems/paralegal

Please join us as a Paralegal Faculty member and be part of this dynamic team.

Responsibilities:

• Primary teaching responsibilities include teaching courses in litigation, legal research and writing, and other specific practice areas such as Family Law, Criminal Law, Torts, and Estate Planning, as needed.

• Revision and development of instructional materials as well as assessment of program and student outcomes with particular focus on HLC criteria and American Bar Association requirements.

• Participation in discipline, division, and college matters through service on committees and attendance at regular meetings, as well as continued professional development.

• Flexible to teach day, evening, or weekend sections.

• Dedication to excellence in teaching and the desire to become part of a creative, vibrant, student-centered learning community.

• Will practice contemporary teaching strategies, including learner outcome assessments and synchronous online instruction.

• Availability to teach classes online in a synchronous and asynchronous format and meet during daytime hours, in the evenings, on weekends, and online.

• Continue the professionalism of an active scholar, participate in departmental and campus-wide matters to enhance their disciplines, promote interdisciplinary discourse and collaboration, and advance the college's mission.

Minimum Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in paralegal or legal studies, or a bachelor's degree and 30 semester credits in paralegal or legal studies, or a graduate law degree.

Occupational Experience Requirement

Three full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid work experience in the legal field.

Recency Requirement

One year of this work experience shall be within five years immediately preceding the date of application for this credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) post-secondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Preferred Qualification 

• J.D. with experience as a paralegal or managing/supervising paralegals.

• Experience teaching in an American Bar Association-approved paralegal program.

• Experience teaching at a community college.

• Demonstrated innovative use of assessment techniques.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive working with diverse communities.

• Experience as a paralegal or managing paralegals.

Other Requirements

Qualified applicants are required to attach the following documents to their online applications:

• Letter of interest

• Curriculum vitae (or resume)

• College transcripts (copies are acceptable for initial application screening) showing the conferred/awarded date; your name and the academic institution's name/logo are required. We are unable to accept copy-and-paste Word documents containing a list of courses/grades or DARS reports.

• If selected for hire, official original transcripts will be required.

• Applicants with degrees from non-U.S. educational institutions or programs will need to submit a foreign credentials evaluation (FCE) as a condition of hire.

Work Shift (Hours/Days of work)

TBD

About

Why Choose NHCC?

Choose to work at North Hennepin Community College (NHCC), and you will be joining a vibrant and diverse professional community that believes in the power of education to change lives. NHCC welcomes its students and values its employees.

NHCC has a rich tradition of excellence in teaching and learning. Founded in 1966, the college is a respected, thriving comprehensive community college with a strong history of liberal arts education and career programs. NHCC is one of the largest and most diverse community colleges in the state of Minnesota. NHCC is a member of Minnesota State which is the fourth-largest system of state colleges and universities in the United States and the largest in the state with 26 colleges, 7 universities and 54 campuses. Offering more than 70 academic programs to over 7,000 students NHCC prepares students to transfer or for immediate entry into the workforce. The thriving campus is also home to a wide variety of student clubs and organizations supporting a largely part-time student body with co-curricular and recreational activities.

Join our NHCC community and help us create opportunities for students to reach their academic goals, succeed in their chosen professions, and make a difference in the world.

About North Hennepin Community College

Conveniently located in Brooklyn Park, North Hennepin Community College offers a variety of quality programs with flexible scheduling options and affordable tuition. NHCC offers more than 70 associate degrees and certificates that prepare students for transfer to university baccalaureate programs and/or for immediate entry into the workforce. NHCC also offers professional training programs and certifications that can lead to career-advancement opportunities. Highly credentialed faculty and staff are dedicated to our students success.

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