Category:: Faculty
Department:: 01-50-5030-Law Dept
Locations:: Longmeadow, MA
Posted:: May 9, 2019
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-Time Salaried (Exempt)

About Bay Path University:

When Bay Path opened its doors to students in downtown Springfield, MA in 1897, it had a very clear goal: to provide a practical, affordable, and career-oriented education to meet the needs of companies, organizations, and communities. From the beginning, Bay Path prided itself on being entrepreneurial, constantly pushing the boundaries of the academic experience to fit the student. To start them on the road of success. We still do.

Today, that spirit and philosophy is more important than ever in higher education. At Bay Path, it's not just the number and breadth of undergraduate and graduate programs that defines us-and we have many-but it is our ability to connect the classroom to learning to leadership to experience to career that is at the core of what we do best. We know the work that needs to be done.

Bay Path University, an independent and not-for-profit institution, was named Among Fastest Growing Baccalaureate Colleges by the Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac, and is a member of the Women's College Coalition. With a main campus in Longmeadow, MA and four satellite locations, (East Longmeadow, Sturbridge, Concord, Springfield), Bay Path offers undergraduate, graduate (for women and men) degrees, and professional certificates.

We're committed to preparing our students to navigate a constantly changing world. Whether it is one of our innovative academic programs, groundbreaking online learning platform, or through our Women as Empowered Learners and Leaders initiative, we educate our students in ways that will help them to grow, learn to adapt, and always to flourish. Be part of the change.

We invite you to visit our website at www.baypath.edu where you can learn more about Bay Path University.

Job Description:

• Position Code: TBD
• Job Type: Full-time, 9-mos Faculty
• Hours: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. schedule may vary dependent upon class schedule, office hours, etc.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, some evenings and weekends
• Position Location: Longmeadow, MA Campus

The Justice and Legal Studies Department Chair will have a broad academic background related to our Justice Studies and Legal Studies undergraduate degree programs. A Juris Doctorate (J.D), and, ideally, a graduate degree in Justice Studies/Criminal Justice or related discipline, is required. This position requires outreach to the communities where our students are required to participate in extensive internships (6 credit hours) prior to graduation. Justice Studies and Legal Studies students want to make a difference in the world and the Chair must be well positioned to show them the way - inside and outside of the classroom.

The Chair will report directly to the Associate Provost and Dean of the School of Science and Management. The incumbent will carry an annual load of 8 courses, with a 2-course release for Chair administrative responsibilities.

An interdisciplinary perspective on Justice and the Law and experience in each field of study is essential. Candidates who understand the impact that demographic and cultural shifts, socio-economic trends and emerging technology are having on our communities and the workforce, and the impact that these disruptive forces are having on the Law, Law Enforcement, Corrections and Human Services will be given special recognition.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and foster relationships across the Justice and Legal ecosystem; especially within nearby cities and towns where students will be completing their internships.
• Maintain strong connection with the American Bar Association in order to ensure compliance of our ABA-Approved Advanced Paralegal Certificate and Legal Studies degree programs.
• Conduct Legal Studies Advisory Council Meetings on a regular basis as required by the ABA.?Conduct annual research on Legal Studies graduates in accordance with ABA guidelines.
• Implement new Justice Studies degree program, including the selection of adjuncts to collaborate on the development of new courses and ensure measurable outcomes.
• Schedule Justice and Legal Studies courses that meet the needs of the students as they progress through each of the respective programs.
• Teach Justice and Legal Studies courses throughout the curricula in order to model student-centered learning and the incorporating of high impact practices for the rest of the Justice and Legal Studies faculty/adjuncts.
• Serve as a WELL 100 instructor and advisor on a rotating basis.
• Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration with faculty and students from related fields of study, e.g., psychology, sociology, forensic psychology, business, etc.
• Provide academic advising for all Justice Studies and Legal Studies students, utilizing full-time and adjunct faculty to ensure timely and effective support.
• Collaborate with the Sullivan Career Center on the development of appropriate internships for each student in each major.
• Ensure optimal utilization of budgeted funding.
• Ensure timely assessment of student learning outcomes for the Justice and Legal Studies programs each year.
• Participate in Admissions activities, e.g., open houses, accepted students days, advising days, etc. as needed to support the successful recruiting and onboarding of Justice and Legal Studies Students.
• Maintain an active presence on campus including attendance at all major University events (e.g., Commencement, Academic Convocation) and student events.
• Maintain scheduled office hours according to University policy.
• Participate in University Committees, as requested.
• Incorporate student-centered pedagogy and technology, as appropriate, to enhance the learning process.
• Understand and appreciate the Universities mission, purpose and goals and the role of faculty in achieving those goals.

Requirements:

• The preferred candidate will have a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) and, ideally, a graduate degree in Justice Studies/Criminal Justice or a related discipline.
• Willingness to develop strong relationships throughout the Justice and Legal ecosystem up and down The Knowledge Corridor.
• Extensive experience in the practice of the law and as an advocate for Justice in the community.
• Extensive experience in undergraduate education and a record of excellence in teaching diverse students.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products.
• Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Ability to deal with confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPPA guidelines.
• A commitment to a diversity and inclusion and a demonstrated ability to build working relationships with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences different from one's own.
• General knowledge of the University's mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.

Additional Information:

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Bay Path University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures respect, inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community.

Bay Path University is a smoke- and tobacco-free community.

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background checking.

Application Instructions:

Applicants for this position should attach a cover letter resume / curriculum vitae, the contact information for four (4) professional, work related references and any other relevant information pertaining to this position and your candidacy. Please apply online. Faxes and emails will not be accepted.

Bay Path University is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and learning in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, women and all underrepresented backgrounds. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Bay Path University is committed to fostering diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position please email us at HR@baypath.edu or call 413-565-1168.