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Job Title: Full-Time Faculty - Criminal Justice and Legal & Paralegal Studies
Location: Indianapolis Campus
Job Type: Full-time
Classification: F-3
Salary Range: $52,000 - 9 Month Contract
Reports To: Paralegal Studies Program Chair
Who We Are:
Ivy Tech is Indiana's community college and workforce engine, delivering: high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana's communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success.
Our Values:
Empathy: We lead with care and connectivity, ensuring we meet our students where they are.
Integrity: We act responsibly and ethically in the best interest of our students, employees, partners, institution, and the State.
Agility: We move with purpose and adapt to the evolving needs of our students, employers, and the State.
Impact: We exist to change lives through quality education. Our work strengthens individuals, families, communities, and the future of Indiana.
The Position:
Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within the Criminal Justice and Legal and Paralegal Studies academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

INSTRUCTION

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.

• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.

• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.

• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.

• Use Learning Management System (e.g., Blackboard) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

• Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.

• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.

• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 07.02.00).

• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.

• Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.

• Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college's relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.

• Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

• Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.

• Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).

• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.

• Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.

• Participate in career service and alumni activities.

• Support program/department chair in program management activities.

• Adhere to college and regional academic policies.

The above is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Educational Requirements & Preferences:

• Must possess a Juris Doctor from a regionally accredited institution plus meet minimum credentialing standards outlined in ASOM 07.01.00, Faculty Credential Standards, Academic Year 2024-2025 (see Minimum Qualifications).

• Preference for prior experience as a prosecutor or public defender to enrich both programs with real-world legal perspectives.

• Additional preference for experience as a paralegal or supervisory experience with paralegals.

Minimum Qualifications:

A qualified faculty member in Legal Studies possesses an earned Juris Doctor degree, from a regionally accredited institution and has one of the following:

• Professional licensure in the field; or

• Two years of directly related work experience.

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 07.01.00 as applicable to the specific area of instruction.

Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

WorkLife Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future-because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.