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Palomar College

Counselor/Part-time Faculty

San Marcos, CA · On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

Posting Details Position Information Position Title Counselor/Part-time Faculty Department Counseling Department Primary Location N/A Location Details Projected Start Date Continuous Application Pool ...

Hartnell College

Counselor, Part-Time

Salinas, CA · On-site

$60.19 - $71.29/hr

Counseling Opening Date: 06/23/2023 Description PART-TIME, COUNSELOR Hartnell College is currently accepting applications to establish a pool for future part-time in-person teaching assignments in ...

Medi-Weightloss

Counselor (Part-Time)

Tampa, FL

$19.25 - $25.75/hr

Position: Part - Time Counselor Company: Medi-Weightloss of Westchase Reports to: Operations Manager About Us: Join our thriving team at Medi-Weightloss of Westchase where we're dedicated to ...

Connections Academy

The Part-time Counselor will connect with students using webcams and web conferencing software, while using the company's online Education Management System to manage their caseload. The primary ...

Cortica

Counselor (Part Time)

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$47.80 - $59.74/hr

Cortica is looking for a fully remote, part-time Counselor to join its growing multi-disciplinary team! *Please note that a current and unrestricted license to practice in the state of Arizona is ...

HEAPY

Part-Time Legal Counsel

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Part-Time Legal Counsel Department: Administration Employment Type: Part Time Location: Cincinnati, OH Reporting To: Ryan Henderson Description Does this describe you? * Do you excel at identifying ...

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Part-Time Legal Counsel

Columbus, OH · On-site

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Part-Time Legal Counsel

Dayton, OH · On-site

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How much do part time counsel jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time counsel in the United States is $139,438.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $197,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Counsel vs Part Time Legal Advisor?

AspectPart Time CounselPart Time Legal Advisor
CredentialsJurist Doctor (JD), Bar AdmissionJurist Doctor (JD), Bar Admission
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departmentsConsulting firms, corporate settings, law firms
Employer & IndustryLegal industry, corporate, governmentLegal consulting, corporate, nonprofit
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Part Time Counsel and Part Time Legal Advisor roles both require legal credentials and often work in similar environments like law firms or corporate legal departments. The main difference lies in their focus: Counsel typically provides ongoing legal advice and representation, while Legal Advisors may focus more on consulting and strategic legal guidance. Both roles serve similar industries and are often searched together by those seeking flexible legal positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Counsel, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Counsel, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction, and solid legal research and advisory skills. Familiarity with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), document management systems, and regulatory compliance tools is common. Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively juggle cases and provide sound legal advice on a flexible schedule. These skills and qualities ensure you can deliver high-quality legal services efficiently, even with limited hours or multiple clients.

What are part-time counsel?

Part-time counsel are legal professionals, such as attorneys or lawyers, who work for a company, organization, or law firm on a part-time basis rather than full-time. They provide legal advice, draft and review documents, and represent clients, but typically have a reduced workload or flexible schedule compared to full-time counsel. Part-time counsel positions can be beneficial for both employers, who gain access to legal expertise without the commitment of a full-time hire, and for lawyers seeking a better work-life balance. These roles are common in small businesses, non-profits, or organizations with limited legal needs.

How does a Part Time Counsel typically balance multiple clients or projects within limited working hours?

As a Part Time Counsel, you will often need to manage several clients or legal matters concurrently, making effective time management essential. The role usually requires clear communication with clients and colleagues to set expectations regarding availability and deadlines. You may work independently or as part of a legal team, collaborating virtually or in-person to deliver timely legal advice. Flexibility and strong organizational skills are key to successfully handling the variety of tasks that may arise within a reduced schedule.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Counsel job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $139,438 per year, or $67 per hour.
Counselor/Part-time Faculty

Counselor/Part-time Faculty

Palomar College

San Marcos, CA • On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Counselor/Part-time Faculty
Department
Counseling Department
Primary Location
N/A
Location Details
Projected Start Date
Continuous Application Pool
Full or Part Time
Part-time
Category
Academic
Hours per week
Part-time faculty members are not to exceed a load of 67%.
Work Schedule
A part-time faculty member's assignment may include day, evening and/or weekend work, and work at more than one location (San Marcos campus and/or off-campus locations, as well as distance education classes).
Salary/Wage
Initial Placement Hourly Range: $75.81 - $119.20 (instructional); $74.60 - $117.69 (non-instructional)
For salary and placement information, visit www.palomar.edu/hr/employees/classifications/salary/ and use the links in the Part-time Faculty section.
Salary/Wage Frequency
Hourly
Benefits
For information about part-time faculty health benefits, visit https://www.palomar.edu/hr/employees/benefits-2/ and click on Part-time Faculty Benefits.
Part-time faculty employees are eligible to elect membership in one of the following retirement plans:
  • CalSTRS (California State Teachers Retirement System)
  • APPLE (Accumulation Program for Part-Time Limited-Service Employees)

Job Duties
The Counseling department is seeking qualified part-time counselors to teach counseling courses and to provide academic, personal, and career counseling services, including developing educational plans and delivering follow-up services to students. Teaching assignment(s), assigned separately from counseling assignments, may include any of the curriculum approved courses within the discipline of Counseling.
Counselors may be assigned to work with specific student populations, such as Black Student Success, Umoja, Puente, International Students, Dreamer Success, Veterans, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
Must meet one of the sets of qualifications listed under 1) through 3):
  1. A Master's in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling.
  2. A Bachelor's degree in any of the disciplines listed in a) above AND a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), pursuant to Title 5, Section 53410.1 of the California Code of Regulations.
  3. A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent of the qualifications in either 1) or 2) above. You must complete and attach the Application for Equivalency form (www.palomar.edu/hr/equivalency-app/), if you do not possess the specific minimum qualifications as stated above, which includes degrees that have not been awarded at the time of submitting the application.

Only coursework completed at, and degrees awarded by, accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education will be considered as satisfying the minimum qualifications. Coursework and degrees that are completed outside of the United States are required to have transcripts evaluated (evaluation to U.S. equivalency and a course by course analysis) by an appropriate U.S. credentials evaluation service. For a list of credentials evaluation agencies accepted by Palomar College, visit the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) website at https://www.naces.org/members, or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) website at http://aice-eval.org/.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Antiracism (DEIAA) Statement
Palomar College serves over 30,000 students from a variety of backgrounds and we are proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our student body is rich in its diversity.Click here to see a quick overview of our student demographics on our recent Student Fact Sheet.
Palomar College is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and antiracism (DEIAA). We are dedicated to empowering students to succeed and are guided by our core values; some of which are the following:
  • Access - We make education possible for everyone.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - We recognize and respect diversity, seek to foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, and strive to address inequities.

All positions require cultural competency which includes the sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.
Licenses and/or Certificates
See Minimum Qualifications section above.
Supervision Received
Part-time faculty members receive supervision from the Division Dean and direction from the Department Chair.
Working Conditions
Complete working conditions may be viewed at https://www.palomar.edu/hr/employees/personnel/ (use the link for the Palomar Faculty Federation Agreement).
Terms of Employment
Part-time faculty members are not to exceed a load of 67%.
The person selected for hire will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements: live scan/fingerprinting, official transcript(s), TB risk assessment, and employment verification(s). Other pre-employment requirements may be required depending on the position (i.e. certifications or licenses; see applicable job posting section for details). Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements is mandatory to be eligible for employment. These requirements are in accordance with the following Administrative Procedures and Board Policies: AP 7120, AP 7120a, AP 7125, AP 7126, AP 7127, AP 7330, BP 7330, AP 7336, AP 7337, and BP 7335.
Complete terms of employment may be viewed at https://www.palomar.edu/hr/employees/personnel/ (use the link for the Palomar Faculty Federation Agreement).
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
03/03/2025
Close Date
03/03/2027
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
P0378T
Additional Application Information
  • For more information regarding the position, contact the Department Chair at pdemaris@palomar.edu.
  • This posting is for an application pool. There are no current openings at this time. Should a need come up in the future, the department will contact those that they are interested in.

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