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Houston Christian University

Mock Trial Coach

Houston Christian University, Houston, Texas, United States, 77001

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Mock Trial Coach

Houston Christian University (HCU) announces a part-time position for a Mock Trial Coach. Successful candidate will report to the Chair of the Department of English, Communication, Great Texts, and Modern Languages. Job Responsibilities Responsibilities as Mock Trial coach will include but are not limited to: Audition and recruit students for teams Manage budget Arrange team travel, lodging, transportation (including possibly driving a university van) Pay for means and incidentals while traveling; file reimbursements in a timely manner per Accounting guidelines Pay AMTA dues and register team Register for tournaments Plan tournament schedule Hold weekly practices (daily practice M-F up to tournaments) Get case briefs from AMTA; provide case strategies Record grades for members seeking Forensics Workshop credit Provide feedback on presentations Occasionally judge at tournament Potentially host HCU Tournament Submit HCU News items Manage team publicity Serve as Formal Mock Trial Faculty Sponsor Fulfill obligations to Student Affairs related to Student Organizations Provide timely, quality access to students via personal consultation, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community. Qualifications Applicants should have an MA or Ph.D. in Speech Communication or a related field such as a JD. Applicants with Mock Trial leadership experience are preferred. Additional Information Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts university dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals. HCU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University, "Scripture and a Christian Worldview," and the "Ten Pillars Core Convictions of HCU" set forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify as an essential function of their employment at the University. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements. As one of the most diverse universities in the nation, Houston Christian University also strives to build a faculty and staff team that provides role models who embody biblical orthodoxy and ethics for all our students, whatever their background or life experience. **Disclaimer** Background checks are performed on every new hire. If your application is selected to continue with the interviewing process, you will be required to submit a Background Check form. If you decline, your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application, you understand and accept this process.