From an email message that I received this week:
The School of Law at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is seeking qualified candidates for a visiting faculty position to teach the first-year Property I & II courses and meet other curricular needs, especially in the property, land use, or environmental fields. The position is a three-quarter-time, benefits-eligible position and will require teaching courses scheduled from August 15, 2014 through May 2, 2015 with administration of a final exam following each semester, and the maintenance of regular office hours.
UMKC is an equal access, equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that is fully committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. Pursuant to University policy, all final candidates will be required to successfully pass a Criminal Background Check prior to beginning employment.
Minimum Qualifications: J.D. Prior law school experience teaching Property or related subjects is strongly preferred. Commitment to student-centered, collegial learning environment is required.
This is a three-quarter-time position. Salary negotiable.
Application Instructions: The deadline for applications is May 26, 2014. A complete application includes a letter of application detailing desire and qualifications to teach Property and one or more other law school courses. The application should include a curriculum vitae reflecting the highest degree earned and previous teaching/research and practice experience. The application should be submitted to: UMKC Human Resources http://www.umkc.edu/hr. For questions about how applicants apply, please call (816) 235-1621, or if you are experiencing technical problems, please call (855) 523-0002.
For more information, please contact Associate Dean Barbara Glesner Fines 816-235-2380 or glesnerb@umkc.edu
Good thing they do that criminal background check.
Members of the state bars are notorious characters, likely to have serious criminal backgrounds. I always wondered if my Prop professor was a glorified adjunct fugitive felon on parole. Thanks, UMKC, for keeping your eyes on what is really important!
Oh wait. I forgot. Having experience in the practice of law has nothing to do with teaching law.