Paralegal Studies Program Adjunct

VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM

Alexandria, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
College Level Faculty, Communication Skills, Course Development, Diversity, Documentation, Educational Technology, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Multilingual, Paralegal, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Regulations, Secondary School, Staff Requirements, State Government, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Training/Teaching Materials, University/School Policies, Willing to Travel, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Alexandria, VA
POSTED
7 days ago

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Paralegal Studies Program Adjunct Role Title Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 280A9999 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Provost Alexandria Work Location Alexandria - 510 Hiring Range Adjunct faculty teaching Paralegal are paid per credit hour based on rank: Instructor ($935), Assistant Professor ($1,047), Associate Professor ($1,160), and Professor ($1,249). Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Varies depending on classes

Sensitive Position No Job Description

General Description:

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct faculty are employed to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during summer session. Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.

Must reside in the (DC, VA, MD) DMV area.

Duties and Tasks:

  • Teach specific classes in the designated discipline.
  • Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
  • Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
  • Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of NOVA and the VCCS.
  • Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.

Essential Functions:

As a part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the College expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with college policies, procedures, and regulations.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSA's:

  • Adept knowledge of instructional technologies.
  • Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
  • Ability to work with a diverse student population

Required Qualifications:

  • Associate's degree plus two or more years of directly related experience.
  • A minimum of two years of full-time related occupational experience.
  • Have experience working with or as a paralegal.

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations:

  • Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies
  • College teaching experience

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ADJ_3459P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies Varies depending on classes Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/08/2026 Job Close Date 07/16/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website https://www.nvcc.edu/ Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA's commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA's mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA's Annual Security Reports.

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/98112

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you have several years of experience in the legal field and knowledge of the principles and practices of legal paralegal support?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have experience working with or as a paralegal?
  • Yes

  • No

    • I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?
  • Yes

  • No

    • I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area.
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have Associate's degree plus two or more years of directly related experience ?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have a minimum of two years of full-time related occupational experience ?
  • Yes

  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Other Document
  • Unofficial Transcript 2
  • Unofficial Transcript 3

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VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM