About Raritan Valley Community College:

Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.

Job Description:

Raritan Valley Community College strives to prepare students for the challenges of the ever-changing global community. Interested applicants should be innovative and entrepreneurial individuals that understand the demands of a global workforce with an emphasis on creative thinking and effective communication.

The Department of Business & Public Service at Raritan Valley Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Instructor/Assistant Professor & Program Coordinator of Paralegal Studies for the 2024-2025 academic year.

The primary purpose of this position is to teach courses in the Paralegal Studies Program, and the holder of this position will also be responsible to coordinate and maintain the ABA approved status of the Paralegal Studies Program at RVCC. A minimum of twelve contact hours of instruction in paralegal program courses (four courses) is required. Release time for program coordination is 3 contact hours per semester.

Essential Duties:

Teaching courses within the Paralegal Studies Program at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs.

Designing and assessing instruction, course content and course materials.

Advising and assisting students in completing program requirements.

Meeting ABA re-approval requirements, including ABA reports and site visits.

Managing and administering the Paralegal Studies Program, including the selection of adjunct faculty, when necessary, and the scheduling of courses.

Working with the program advisory committee to ensure the program meets the needs of the legal community.

Developing an annual operating budget in collaboration with the Department Chair and Dean.

Overseeing program curriculum planning and development.

Assisting in the recruitment of new students and maintains regular contact with all program students.

Participating in appropriate marketing initiatives in order to maintain enrollment in the program.

Holding regular meetings with the program faculty and the program advisory committee.

Actively engaging in professional development.

Requirements:

Law Degree from an ABA accredited law school or LLB from a regionally accredited institution.

Minimum of two years' college-level teaching experience required.

Previous experience working with or supervising paralegals.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of computer software unique to law offices or legal occupations.

Knowledge of and/or membership in state or local bar associations, paralegal education organizations, and/or paralegal associations.

Experience using technology in the delivery of course content.

Online and/or Hybrid teaching experience.

Prior Community College teaching experience.

Application Instructions:

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

Please submit a cover letter, current resume/vita and unofficial transcripts online by clicking the "apply now" button.

Initial salary and rank will be based on the successful candidate's educational qualifications and professional experience. The College also offers an attractive employee benefits package.

We regret that we are unable to respond individually to each application. Applicants chosen for further consideration will be contacted directly.

Applications received by March 11th, 2024 will be considered in the first review of applicants.