Mock Trial Coach

Reports to: Chair of the Department of English, Communication, Great Texts, and Modern Languages

Job Status: Exempt

Introducing Houston Christian University

At Houston Christian University, our Christian liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs have equipped students to lead, collaborate, and discover out of a deep sense of purpose for more than 60 years. We are driven forward by our central confession, “Jesus Christ is Lord,” and defined by our “Ten Pillars” core convictions. From this foundation we guide students confidently into discerning discovery, preparing them to think biblically, critically, and holistically about how to engage the world. We aspire to care for every student by meeting their academic, spiritual, and social needs with mentorship and support. At HCU, we are cultivating a culture of excellence that will mold a new generation of leaders in their communities, standard-setters in their professions, and fruitful disciples in their churches.

HCU is set in the heart of one of the most diverse and fastest-growing cities in the nation—and our growth and diversity match the dynamism of the city we call home. We continue to enroll strong freshmen classes, our graduate programs have more than doubled in the past decade, and we are significantly expanding our online programs as well.

The College of Arts & Humanities

The Mission of the College of Arts & Humanities is to provide for all university students robust, cross-disciplinary curricula that cultivate intellectual, moral, and aesthetic virtues within a Christian community.

Position Summary: 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.

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