University of the Pacific
Visiting Professor of Law, Legal Practice
University of the Pacific, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
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Position Information
Title Visiting Professor of Law, Legal Practice Campus Sacramento Department Law Instruction Posting Number F00973 Full or Part Time Full Time Open Date 04/08/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Days Per Week Weeks Per Year
Position Description
Primary Purpose And Essential Functions
The Visiting Professor of Law, Legal Practice position is a one (1) year appointment. The University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law invites applications from entry-level and lateral candidates for a visiting lawyering skills position limited to the 2025-26 academic year. We seek applications from exceptional candidates who have a demonstrated interest in skills teaching, and who are excited about being part of a collegial, student-oriented, committed faculty. The successful candidate will teach three (3) classes in McGeorge’s Global Lawyering Skills program, which covers legal research, writing, and oral advocacy. One (1) course, GLS I, is in the students’ fall semester of the first year of law school. GLS II builds on GLS I and takes place in the spring of the first year. The third course, GLS III, takes place in the fall semester of the students’ second year.
Pacific McGeorge anticipates a possible full-time hire starting in 2026-2027. The successful visitor candidate would have an opportunity to apply for the full-time position.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree.
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional academic record. Excellent written communication skills. Commitment to the vision, mission and core values of the law school. Excellent interpersonal skills. Technological competence. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent sitting and computer use. Occasional walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and use of phone. Occasional lifting up to twenty-five (25) lbs.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel
Work is primarily performed in a standard higher education environment with the use of computer and phones. Schedule is dependent on the course and department needs.
Hiring Range $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Special Instructions
Please upload a list of at least three (3) references with contact information in “Other Document.”
For first consideration, please apply on or before April 11, 2025.
Contact Information Contact Email jproske@pacific.edu
Reference Letter Information
Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes Minimum Number of References 3 Maximum Number of References 3 Background Check Statement
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AB 810
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement
University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)? Yes No * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)? Yes No * How did you first learn about this employment opportunity? University of the Pacific Website Asianlife.com Blackperspective.com CentralValleyJobs.com Craigslist Dice.com Higheredjobs.com Hispanic-Jobs.com Indeed.com Insidehighered.com LinkedIn Lgbtconnect.com Metrochamber.org Monster.com Thelaa.org SimplyHired.com Workplacediversity.com Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Chronicle of HIgher Education Diverse Issues in Higher Education EDUCAUSE Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) Higher Education Recruitment Consortium - Northern California (NorCal HERC) Modesto Bee Pacific Employee Personal Referral Professional or Association Listserv Publication or website from a professional organization Sacramento Bee San Francisco Chronicle Stockton Record Agency Referral Other Online Job Board
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
Other Document
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Position Information
Title Visiting Professor of Law, Legal Practice Campus Sacramento Department Law Instruction Posting Number F00973 Full or Part Time Full Time Open Date 04/08/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Days Per Week Weeks Per Year
Position Description
Primary Purpose And Essential Functions
The Visiting Professor of Law, Legal Practice position is a one (1) year appointment. The University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law invites applications from entry-level and lateral candidates for a visiting lawyering skills position limited to the 2025-26 academic year. We seek applications from exceptional candidates who have a demonstrated interest in skills teaching, and who are excited about being part of a collegial, student-oriented, committed faculty. The successful candidate will teach three (3) classes in McGeorge’s Global Lawyering Skills program, which covers legal research, writing, and oral advocacy. One (1) course, GLS I, is in the students’ fall semester of the first year of law school. GLS II builds on GLS I and takes place in the spring of the first year. The third course, GLS III, takes place in the fall semester of the students’ second year.
Pacific McGeorge anticipates a possible full-time hire starting in 2026-2027. The successful visitor candidate would have an opportunity to apply for the full-time position.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree.
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional academic record. Excellent written communication skills. Commitment to the vision, mission and core values of the law school. Excellent interpersonal skills. Technological competence. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent sitting and computer use. Occasional walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and use of phone. Occasional lifting up to twenty-five (25) lbs.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel
Work is primarily performed in a standard higher education environment with the use of computer and phones. Schedule is dependent on the course and department needs.
Hiring Range $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Special Instructions
Please upload a list of at least three (3) references with contact information in “Other Document.”
For first consideration, please apply on or before April 11, 2025.
Contact Information Contact Email jproske@pacific.edu
Reference Letter Information
Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes Minimum Number of References 3 Maximum Number of References 3 Background Check Statement
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AB 810
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement
University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)? Yes No * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)? Yes No * How did you first learn about this employment opportunity? University of the Pacific Website Asianlife.com Blackperspective.com CentralValleyJobs.com Craigslist Dice.com Higheredjobs.com Hispanic-Jobs.com Indeed.com Insidehighered.com LinkedIn Lgbtconnect.com Metrochamber.org Monster.com Thelaa.org SimplyHired.com Workplacediversity.com Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Chronicle of HIgher Education Diverse Issues in Higher Education EDUCAUSE Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) Higher Education Recruitment Consortium - Northern California (NorCal HERC) Modesto Bee Pacific Employee Personal Referral Professional or Association Listserv Publication or website from a professional organization Sacramento Bee San Francisco Chronicle Stockton Record Agency Referral Other Online Job Board
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
Other Document
Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Education and Training Industries Higher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at University of the Pacific by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Professor of Law” roles.
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