Interim Paralegal Director

OverviewJob Title: Interim Paralegal DirectorAgency: East Texas A&M UniversityDepartment: Political ScienceLocation: Commerce, TexasJob Type: StaffSummary: Under the leadership of the Department Head and CHSSA Deans Office the Ad Interim Paralegal Program Director provides vision and direction for the Paralegal Studies Program. The Director oversees all aspects of program administration, curriculum development, accreditation, budgeting and faculty management to ensure high-quality student outcomes. ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence.ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research, innovation and student success. With over 140 degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education.Duties & ResponsibilitiesOffice HoursMust maintain a specified number of weekly office hours in-person at the Commerce campus (during regular M-F business hours to be determined with the Department Head of Social Sciences).Program & Curriculum DevelopmentImplement assessment plans and use data for continuous improvementBudget & Resource ManagementDevelop and oversee program budget, scheduling and resource allocationAccreditation & PartnershipsMaintain ABA approval and other external partnerships through self-studies, reports and site reviewsFaculty & Staff LeadershipHire, onboard and supervise full- and part-time instructorsPromote faculty development in law and pedagogyStudent Success & AdvisingAdvise students on coursework, career paths and internship opportunitiesTrack and report on graduation placement and employer satisfaction metricsExternal EngagementBuild relationships with law firms, courts and employersFacilitate internships and practical learning experiencesOther DutiesPerform additional tasks as assigned by Department Head or Deans OfficeMinimum RequirementsEducation and Experience: Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Masters / Ph.D. in a relevant legal discipline. Minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline. 1 or more years of relevant full-time professional experience with PH.D.; 2 or more years with J.D.; 3 or more years with Masters degree.Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Administrative Skills — Accreditation compliance and student-learning outcomes assessment; Course scheduling, instructional assignments and budget planning; Faculty hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations and grievance management; Enrollment and student-success initiatives.General Skills — Clear collegial communication and collaborative problem solving; Strategic decision-making and data-driven reporting; Records retention, grant funding and external partnership developmentLicensing / Professional Certifications: NonePhysical Requirements: NoneOther Requirements: NonePreferred Education / Skills / ExperienceExperience with Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board workforce standardsProven track record in maintaining institutional or industry-specific accreditationsDemonstrated success in employee supervision and program assessmentWhy Work at East Texas A&M UniversityCompetitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance:Employee tuition assistance for masters and doctoral programsComprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insuranceETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums12-15 days of annual paid holidays plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each monthAutomatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with optional additional retirement plans (ORP)Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employeesCareer Growth & Development:Access to cutting-edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research InstitutionAcademic Excellence:ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in online degree programs and offers nationally recognized academic programsOver 140 degree programs including online and graduate optionsFirst accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelor's degree in criminal justiceDistance education offerings in Corsicana, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Mesquite, Bryan and onlineState-of-the-Art Facilities:Work in advanced facilities such as the Nursing and Health Sciences Building with a state-of-the-art simulation hospital and an agricultural research farmVibrant Campus Life:Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teamsPrime Location & Growth:Growing regions with career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast TexasVisit us on our social media:Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and ETAMU NewsAll positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.Required Experience: DirectorKey Skills: Legal Drafting, Proofreading, Google Docs, Organizational skills, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Case Management, Legal Research, Research Experience, Paralegal, Filing, Writing SkillsEmployment Type: Part-TimeExperience: yearsVacancy: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-27