Northwest HERC

If you are considering a new job, work environment or career opportunities you should look at Mercer County Community College. MCCC is a publicly supported college that is open to all and dedicated to student success. In order to support that mission Mercer seeks to attract, retain, and support a skilled diverse workforce which is our most valuable resource. We thrive on and are proud of our diversity and open access. Our students and employees find the College large enough for a multitude of offerings yet small enough to keep the "Community" feel for all. The College consists of two campuses, the James Kerney Campus (JKC) in the capital city of Trenton, NJ and a larger 292-acre suburban campus just six miles north of Trenton.

As part of the comprehensive and valuable benefits package the College offers credit course tuition waivers for employees, spouses and dependents. This allows for employees and their families to take advantage of earning a higher education degree without the high cost. The College offers students 69 Degree Program Options and 35 Credit Certificates from which to choose.

JOB DUTIES

• Record Attendance and timely grades and feedback for students
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to curriculum development.
• Attend workshops and training sessions on teaching methods or legal updates.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and academic standards.
• Participate in adjunct faculty meetings with course coordinator (once a semester)
• Participate in ABA site visit meeting with adjunct faculty (once every six years)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics.  This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.  It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. 

• Deliver engaging and clear lectures on topics such as contracts, business torts, business litigation, business ethics, and white-collar crime concepts.
• Develop and update syllabi, lesson plans, and course materials.
• Align course objectives with institutional learning outcomes.
• Stay updated with trends and changes in business law.
• Foster an interactive classroom environment using case studies, group discussions, and real-world applications.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The current opening is for BUS 107 Business Law at the James Kearney campus is Trenton, NJ on Mondays and Wednesdays at noon until 1:20pm. The successful candidate must be able to teach in person at this campus throughout the semester.
• Integrate all educational elements of MCCC BUS 107 Course Outline
• Please note that assigned tasks and responsibilities span both campuses for all MCCC positions.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS 
Positions in this class typically require: ability to use a key board, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work:  Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body.  Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.  Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

• Juris Doctorate (JD) or PhD in Business Law or closely related degree.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in business law.
• Maintain professional credentials in law and education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to deliver engaging, clear, and organized lectures.
• Ability to establish rapport with students, faculty, and staff.
• Skill in developing and encouraging analytical and critical thinking through case studies and discussions.
• Familiarity with current trends, case law, and statutory changes in business law.
• Comprehensive understanding of U.S. business law, including contracts, corporate law, torts, intellectual property, employment law, and business ethics.
• Awareness of how business law applies to various industries and practical scenarios.
• Ability to use learning management systems like Canvas, Blackboard, Ultra or related systems.
• Skill in designing fair and rigorous assessments, including exams, essays, and case study evaluations.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback to foster student improvement.
• Ability to address classroom challenges, resolve conflicts, and adapt to changing circumstances in a dynamic academic environment.
• Ineffective use of instructional technology in the college classroom.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Secondary graduate degree in business Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Doctor of Business Administration (DBA).
• Teaching experience in an American Bar Association (ABA) approved college program.

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