Paralegal, Assistant Professor (Provisional Faculty) Salary $57,000.00 - $62,000.00 Annually
Location: Auraria Campus, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2020-00878
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Paralegal Opening Date: 02/04/2026
Position Type: Faculty
Description: Benefits Applications received by February 18, 2026, will receive priority consideration. However, we encourage all interested candidates to apply, as the position will remain open until filled.
The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Public Safety and Legal Services Department is committed to student-centered teaching that fosters students personal and academic success. The paralegal program prepares students to navigate the field of law by developing research, analytical, and writing skills through coursework, capstone experiences, and/or internships. As such, candidates will help ensure that all students feel a sense of belonging within our programs. Additionally, full-time faculty will engage in CCD service through work with student clubs, program review, assessment, academic standards, policy review, faculty council, or other CCD programs. Teaching faculty are an integral part of the Public Safety and Legal Services Departments success in achieving student outcomes.
The ideal Paralegal Faculty member will possess academic and practical expertise in various subject matter, including Introduction to Law, legal writing and legal research, evidence, constitutional law, civil litigation, and a variety of substantive legal topics. The instructor will have a strong interest in guiding student learning and success, as well as serving as a mentor and role model for students. This position requires strong instructional skills to create an active learning environment that reaches a diverse student body using traditional, nontraditional, proven innovative methods of instruction, effective class structure and management, and curriculum to achieve program and course outcomes.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching: A full course load typically includes 15 credit hours per semester (5 Courses) with flexibility for administrative or related assignments. Teaching methods may include in-person, online, concurrent enrollment, or non-credit formats, depending on course maps and scheduling needs. In-person classes are during the day and evenings.
Responsibilities include:
• Introduction to Law: Deliver engaging lectures that integrate core principles of the law, and the work paralegals do with real-world applications. • CTE Skills: Teach students skills-based material that aligns with the current needs of the legal system. • Curriculum Development: Lead the design, revision, and implementation of curricula in the paralegal and LLP programs. • Program Enhancement: Collaborate with faculty to create and refine Paralegal certificate and degree pathways and support courses. This may include designing interdisciplinary paralegal-related courses or certifications that integrate with other programs. • Class Preparation and Assessment: Design inclusive, student-focused lessons for diverse instructional modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online). Use creative assessment methods to ensure alignment with student learning outcomes and program goals. • Institutional Service: Participate in departmental initiatives, accreditation efforts, and student advising to enhance the overall effectiveness and relevance of the Paralegal program.
Service In addition to teaching, this position requires active service to the Public Safety and Legal Services department and institution. Responsibilities include:
• Curriculum Leadership: Take a leading role in the development and alignment of paralegal courses and programs, ensuring they meet industry needs, incorporate current legal advancements, and foster student engagement. • Develop new courses or programs based on the current needs of the legal industry • Collaborate on paralegal curriculum for interdisciplinary programs • Faculty Mentorship and Development: Mentor adjunct instructors, provide professional development opportunities, and promote a collaborative departmental culture focused on innovation and equity • Program Coordination and Operations: Assist in departmental operations, including course scheduling, staffing, and budgeting • Community and Industry Collaboration: Engage with industry professionals and advisory boards to ensure the paralegal curricula align with workforce needs and emerging opportunities • Scholarly Growth: Engage in professional development and scholarly activities to stay current in the field of law, with an emphasis on areas like analytical techniques, curriculum innovation, and interdisciplinary applications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: (Minimum/Required) A juris doctorate Also allowed: A master's degree or higher in law Or a bachelor's degree or higher in any field with experience working as a paralegal or judicial assistant.
Tested Occupational Experience: Professionals typically enter with a variety of academic degrees and are trained within an apprenticeship model. Training is not considered complete in this field until 10,000 hours are completed. Tested Professional Experience: Not permitted.
Licensure/Certification: Must have a current CTE credential or the ability to obtain one. For information on how to obtain a CTE credential, please visit this site: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/licensure_cteapp
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Experience with various types of law, including but not limited to Criminal Law, Immigration Law, Environmental Law, Negotiations, Torts, Contracts, Employment, Bankruptcy, Legal Research and Writing, Evidence, as well as trial experience. Teaching experience in a community college setting. Bilingual (Spanish) or other language proficiency (not required but would be a great benefit).
EQUIPMENT USED Computers Classroom projectors
Supplemental Information
Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD, our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students. If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program. CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs, and practices support learning as the major priority.
The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer. Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration. CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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SELECTION PROCESS
Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate. Completed application packet includes: a letter of interest of no more than five pages, addressing in general the items under "Primary Duties" and specifically each item under "Minimum Qualifications"; an online application; resume; and transcripts. All candidates, including current Community College of Denver employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all materials listed above. Only completed application packets will move forward for screening. Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Selected applicants will be invited by the screening committee for interviews. All application materials become the property of Community College of Denver and cannot be copied.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes:
Electronic Application Click 'New Resume' at the bottom of this page Cover Letter Resume References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references Copies of transcripts, official preferred Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts
Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four(4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.
For information regarding Community College of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under "student's right to know": CCD.edu/Safety. For a hard copy report please contact 303-352-3042
Non-Classified Benefit-Eligible Employees Benefits for administrative, professional and technical (APT) staff and faculty are administered through the SBCCOE Trust. Effective July 1, 2015, employees in APT and faculty positions that are budgeted at .75 FTE or more are eligible for benefits beginning on their date of hire. Information regarding benefits can be found at CCCS Employee Benefits. Additional information regarding leave accruals can be found in Board Policy 3-60.
We encourage lifelong learning; non-classified employees are also eligible for tuition reimbursement.
Retirement CCD and most employment categories contribute to Colorado PERA, which provides retirement and other benefits to employees of more than 500 government agencies and public entities in the state of Colorado. PERA is the 21st largest public pension plan in the United States. PERA is a substitute for Social Security; CCD employees do not contribute to Social Security. PERA eligible employees are required
Community College of Denver’s educational programs are designed to enrich the social, civic, and economic fabric of our community, nation, and world. Through innovation, open exploration of ideas, and preparation of a well-trained workforce, CCD supports a vibrant local economy. Programs and strategies that promote access—as well as academic and personal success for underserved students—are the foundation of CCD operations.
We are dedicated to expanding access, particularly for underserved first-generation and minority students. Nearly 50 percent of our students are first-generation and over 60 percent qualify for financial aid. The student experience on campus is one of support, access, and a growing student success.
As the only community college in the city and county of Denver, the College is surrounded by history, arts, sports, and culture. Situated along the west bank of Cherry Creek, CCD is also the only community college in the nation to share a campus with two four-year universities—Metropolitan State University of Denver and University of Colorado Denver. Together the three institutions share classroom buildings, a fully-accessible health center, a regional library, recreational facilities, a performing arts center, and a student union.
The faculty, staff, & volunteers at CCD make up a unique community with a shared vision resulting in an inspired & quality higher education. Our human resource department looks to hire knowledgeable, professional, and resourceful employees who help us realize our goals as an organization. Join our faculty and staff and become a part of a truly great organization.