Paralegal Adjunct

Position Overview

Paralegal Adjunct Faculty – District:
Wise – State:
Virginia.

Seeking applicants available for on‑campus and online instruction on various days and times. Adjunct positions are appointed on an as‑needed, course‑by‑course and/or semester basis.

Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two‑year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties and the City of Norton. MECC is part of the Virginia Community College System.

This position is in the discipline of Legal Administration. Teaching formats include face‑to‑face and online. Adjuncts may teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semesters and up to 8 credit hours during the summer session. The teaching load is based on enrollment and college needs. The contract contains no expectation of continued employment.

Applicants will be contacted on an as‑needed basis. Online applications must include unofficial transcripts of all college work completed; official transcripts are required upon hire.

This position is an employee in a non‑restricted position per DHRM policy 2.20.

• Teach specific classes in Legal Administration in classroom or virtual environments to students with diverse academic backgrounds.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials, delivering high‑quality instruction, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, and actively contributing to the academic, professional, and community life of the college.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to MECC policies, procedures, and regulations while emphasizing instructional excellence through innovative teaching practices, curriculum development, and assessment.
• Maintain current competence in Legal Administration or a related specialization and commit to continuous professional growth aligned with the college’s mission and goals.

Faculty must meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach prescribed courses with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with college policies, procedures, and regulations.

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

• Associate’s degree or higher in Legal Administration plus two or more years of directly related experience, preferably as a paralegal.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver coursework electronically in an online environment and utilize multiple teaching strategies in addition to in‑person instruction.
• Understanding of diverse student populations and ability to create a sense of belonging, support, and engagement in curriculum and teaching.
• Proficiency in computers, relevant software applications, and the institution’s learning management system (LMS).

• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or higher.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology into instruction.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring process. Applicants must provide an AHP Letter issued by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services or the Department for the Blind & Visually Impaired. Service‑Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP, provided they submit an AHP Letter.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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.

VCCS complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA), providing reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to application, interview, and selection processes when requested.

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