Posting Detail Information Working TitleInstructors - Legal Studies Minor 2024 - Open Pool Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number202300484F Proposed Annual Salary Range$46,000-$48,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University ( CSU ) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas:https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ (https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/%20) andhttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/. Position TypeFaculty Work Hours/Week Description of Work Unit The Legal Studies Interdisciplinary Minor in the College of Liberal Arts provides a broad-based academic foundation for students interested in legal or law-related fields. This minor is intended for students who plan to attend law school, as well as to those who are interested in a wide range of careers in which some grounding in legal studies is helpful, such as media, business, human resources, communications, government service, and others. Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities. Tenure/Tenure Track? % Research0 % Teaching100 % Service0 % Administration0 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Position End Date Position Summary The College of Liberal Arts Dean’s Office hires part-time Instructors to teach courses for the Liberal Arts Legal Studies minor. Course to be taught will be Contemporary Legal Studies. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications + Juris Doctor (JD) degree + Demonstrated commitment to and evidence of excellence in teaching capability at the college level required. Preferred Job Qualifications + Experience teaching courses related to Legal Studies preferred. + Ability to advance Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through teaching and outreach. Special Instructions to Applicants To add your name to the applicant pool, please individually upload a letter of interest, Curriculum Vitae, and the names and contact information of three references familiar with your teaching experience. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. You may also upload class or student evaluations, course materials and sample syllabi if applicable. This pool expires December 31, 2024. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) . Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Search ContactKevin.Foskin@colostate.edu Essential Duties References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents + Class or Student Evaluations + Course Materials + Sample Syllabus or syllabi