Program Specialist - Legal Studies

Lackawanna College•Scranton, PA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Specialist – Legal Studies is responsible for supporting the Program Director Legal Studies (“Director”) to help ensure the program is successful. This position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to multi-task, strong leadership abilities, and good time management and organizational skills. The Program Specialist – Legal Studies position is a non-tenure track position. This position is visible to the entire College community and to the public at all levels and routinely interacts with all constituent groups of the College as well as prospective clients and students. This position is primarily remote, however, in person attendance may be required in limited circumstances.

Requirements

Juris doctorate (JD) required
Demonstrated successful classroom experience at the two- or four-year college level using engaging, meaningful lessons and assessments, and comfort with including technology in the classroom.
Maintains current and comprehensive knowledge of the legal profession.
Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to maintain effective working relationships with students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Knowledge of current trends in post-secondary education and a willingness to incorporate them into lessons, materials, and assessments.
Proficient computer skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proven ability to think and work strategically, and to view processes from a holistic perspective.
Must be able to function and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent collaboration and customer service skills.
Displays competence, professionalism and pride in being an employee of this institution.
Support the College's Mission, particularly in administering the responsibilities of the department.
Proven initiative and resourcefulness.
Ability to work independently and conscientiously.
Sound judgment and excellent decision-making skills.
Ability to work flexible hours based on the needs of the College.
Evenings and weekends may be required in support of events and activities.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 5 years of actual industry experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience developing/revising curriculum preferred.
Teaching online preferred.

Responsibilities

Assume teaching duties as assigned by the program director within the Legal Studies program as a core program staff member.
Provide tutoring assistance to students that require it as assigned.
Prepare students for success in program progression (including but not limited to advising), obtaining employment upon program completion, and/or continuing their education.
Assist the Director in the developing of, conducting, coordinating, and evaluating the experiential learning opportunities related to the Legal Studies Program.
Maintain current knowledge of the legal studies profession and educational methodology through continuing professional development.
Participate in curriculum design and ongoing curricular assessment of the legal studies program aligning with ABA standards.
Assist the Director with ABA re-approval and compliance tasks.
Involvement in all areas of student and program assessment from admission to post graduation as outlined in the program assessment plan.
Oversee the publication of the Law Journal.
Serve on College committees as needed.
Participate in activities that facilitate professional expertise in the areas of administration, teaching and maintenance of Legal Studies competence.
Assist in publicizing and disseminating information about the Legal Studies program.
Assist Director with measuring student attainment of program competencies and outcomes.
Participate in Lackawanna College professional development opportunities, including CTL and adjunct professional development training.
Provide academic advising and course planning support for students.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects, as assigned.