Adjunct Professor of Law; Temporary Pool

Adjunct Professor of Law (Temporary Employee Pool)

This position is part of the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law’s Temporary Employee Pool in Sacramento, California. It is a part‑time teaching role with an open‑ended closing policy.

• Title:
  
  Adjunct Professor of Law (Temporary Employee Pool)
• Campus:
  Sacramento
• Department:
  Law
• Employment Type:
  
  Part Time
• Open Date: 09/26/2025
• Closing Policy:
  Open Until Filled
• Days per Week: (to be determined by course assignment)
• Weeks per Year: (to be determined by course assignment)

• Complete all employment documentation and required training.
• Prepare and submit course syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
• Provide a conducive classroom environment and adhere to university policies.
• Teach assigned courses using effective pedagogical methods.
• Track attendance and refer students to administration as needed.
• Utilize learning management platforms to post assignments and communicate with students.
• Read and grade student work, providing timely feedback.
• Hold office hours for individualized instruction.
• Coordinate with administration to schedule make‑up classes when necessary.
• Submit grades to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Experiential Learning.
• Analyze end‑of‑semester course evaluations for continuous improvement.

• Family Law
• Legal Writing & Research
• Information Privacy
• Criminal Law
• Race & Mass Incarceration
• Evidence
• Legislation and Lawmaking
• Executive Government & Processes
• Contracts
• Community Property
• The Legal Profession
• Negotiation
• Other courses as needed

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree.
• At least three (3) years of post‑J.D. work experience in a related legal field.

• Evidence of teaching potential (prior teaching experience desirable but not essential).
• Additional experience in substantive legal practice.
• Ability to lead and function in an active change environment.
• Commitment to excellence and diversity.
• Experience advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion within a university setting.
• Skill in engaging culturally responsive practices and knowledge.

Work involves extended periods of sitting, repetitive hand/wrist motion on a computer, occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations are available.

Primarily at the Sacramento campus; work may require evenings and/or weekends depending on the class schedule.

$2,304.00 per unit. Compensation is based on scope, responsibilities, qualifications, and market considerations.

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications remain active for 90 days and are continually reviewed as openings arise. To maintain an application, candidates must re‑apply. Applicants must complete all online application sections. Candidates called for interview must notify the Department of Human Resources of any required accommodation in writing before the interview date.

All conditional offers require execution of a release and authorization for a background screening. The University complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring disclosure of any findings related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

University of the Pacific is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, or any other protected characteristic is unlawful. Hiring decisions are based on merit and the qualifications of each candidate.