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Adjunct Professor of Public Policy - Career Support
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What they do
A Law Professor teaches national and regional legislative ideas and truths, as well as the methods used in practicing various forms of law to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field. In some cases, law professors will perform legal services.
$107,605 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Career Support Primary Purpose and Essential Functions:
The University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (McGeorge), an ABA-accredited law school in Sacramento, California, seeks a public policy/administration professional to teach a Career Support course on a part-time basis. The course teaches the skills and qualities that are essential to a successful career in the public sector. Topics covered include professional identity, professionalism, teamwork, resilience, integrity, self-awareness, interpersonal communication, and best practices for finding a fulfilling career. The course also familiarizes students with the wide spectrum of careers in which a public policy/administration degree is required or desirable, and challenges them to think deeply about career paths that will be truly satisfying. The course also requires students to understand the "best practices" in job search activities, including resume writing, cover letter writing, working with mentors, goal setting, and networking. The course will be taught on a one-on-one basis and/or via a series of workshops.Minimum Qualifications:
- Must hold an MPP or MPA degree.
- Must have professional work experience in public or nonprofit area for a minimum of 3 years.
- Must communicate effectively.
- Must maintain professional composure and demeanor at all times.
- Must promote the vision, mission and core values of the school.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior mentoring experience is preferred.
- Ability to demonstrate evidence of mentoring potential.