Adjunct Instructor, Paralegal (Probate Procedure)

des moines area community collegeOntario, CA

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Adjunct Instructor, Paralegal (Probate Procedure)

This Vacancy Requires: A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or “See Resume” will not be accepted. Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable). Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu. *The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience.

Position Information: Job Title Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Paralegal (Probate Procedure) Campus Campus Remote/On-Line Job Number Job Number 27-ADJ32 Employment Date Employment Date Spring Semester 2027 Job Category Job Category Adjunct Faculty Application & Position Contact Information Nils Johnson at najohnson11@dmacc.edu.

Salary Information: $1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour ( ECH ).

Job Summary: Adjunct Paralegal Instructor to teach PRL 167: Probate Procedure Paralegals for Spring Semester 2027.

Essential Functions: Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi synchronous, virtual format via DMACC’s learning management system platform. Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students. Fosters a safe and civil learning environment. Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies. Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.

Required Qualifications: Juris Doctor degree.

2-years’ experience in law practice as a licensed attorney (must be a licensed attorney). Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications: Teaching Experience.

At least two years of professional experience in estate administration, including probating estates and drafting wills and trusts. Experience working with and training paralegals in trusts and estates or probate administration practices. Work Schedule Mondays 6:00pm – 9:00pm, January 11 – May 6, 2026. Posting Date Posting Date 09/01/2026 Deadline for Submitting Applications Open Until Filled Yes Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment), and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR .Chicago@ed.gov. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Do you hold a Juris Doctor degree?

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Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?

Yes No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)

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$1,123

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Ontario, CA

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