Mock Trial & Civic Engagement Coordinator

Lee University’s Center for Responsible Citizenship (CRC) invites applications for a part-time Mock Trial & Civic Engagement Coordinator to begin in Spring 2026. This position will lead and develop Lee’s Mock Trial team, mentoring students to view argumentation as a disciplined practice ordered toward truth-seeking, respect, and civic responsibility. In addition to coaching and overseeing the Mock Trial program, the Coordinator will cultivate relationships with regional high school and homeschool speech and debate communities, building sustained partnerships that strengthen pathways into Lee University. Working closely with the Civics Institute Coordinator, this role will promote Lee’s civil discourse initiatives within these networks and connect prospective students to the Mock Trial program, Political Science major, Honors Program, and the Center for Responsible Citizenship. This role will report to the Civics Institute Coordinator, under the oversight of the Director of the Center for Responsible Citizenship.

Mock Trial & Coaching Responsibilities

Lead and develop all aspects of Lee University’s Mock Trial program and AMTA competitive season, including case theory development, witness preparation, courtroom procedure, and team strategy
Plan and develop a year-long competitive schedule, including:
2–3 competitions per semester
at least one weekly weekday evening practice
Work with team leaders to create opportunities for student leadership
Oversee logistics, travel arrangements, and student conduct at regional and national tournaments (travel required)
Maintain weekly office hours to support student development
Develop and maintain internal records tracking student engagement and outreach
Outreach, Mission, and Civic Engagement Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison to regional high school and homeschool speech and debate and mock trial communities
Build sustained partnerships through:
Presence at regional competitions
Collaboration with homeschool cooperatives, classical schools, private schools, and public schools
Coordination with Lee University Admissions
Promote Lee University’s civil discourse initiatives within these networks and strengthen pathways into the Mock Trial program, Political Science major, Honors Program, and the Center for Responsible Citizenship
Align coaching methods, team conduct, and outreach messaging with Lee University’s commitment to Christian liberal arts education and the CRC’s commitment to charitable dialogue
Facilitate collaboration between the Lee University Mock Trial team and the CRC’s civil discourse programming
Ensure compliance with all applicable U.S. Department of Education grant requirements and university policies
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications

Ability to manage complex schedules, mentor and develop students, coordinate events, and collaborate effectively with university departments and external partners.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, and strong networking and time-management skills.
Courteous, personable, level-headed, patient, and detail-oriented.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
Demonstrated understanding of, or strong affinity for, the liberal arts tradition and the practice of charitable discourse.
Commitment to and alignment with the mission and values of Lee University and the Center for Responsible Citizenship
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following areas: collegiate Mock Trial (AMTA experience preferred), legal practice, or competitive speech and debate.
Experience with educational contexts such as homeschool, classical, charter, and public schools.
1–2 years of experience working with college students.
Teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or K–12 levels.
M.A. or higher in a relevant academic discipline.
Appointment Terms

This is a part-time, hourly position funded by a four-year U.S. Department of Education grant. Continued employment during that period is contingent on satisfactory job performance, ongoing grant funding, and adherence to applicable grant compliance requirements. The position requires between 20–25 hours per week. The pay range is set at $25–35 per hour, based on prior experience and skills. Employment will conclude at the expiration of the grant period.

About Lee University

Lee University is a Christian institution offering liberal arts and professional education at the undergraduate and graduate levels, through both residential and distance programs. The university seeks to integrate biblical truth, as revealed in Holy Scripture, with the truths discovered through the study of the arts and sciences and the practice of various professions, preparing students for responsible Christian living in a complex world.

About the Center for Responsible Citizenship

The Center for Responsible Citizenship (CRC) exists to rebuild social fabric at the local level by cultivating community through charitable dialogue on the questions that connect us. Through both the content and form of these conversations, we bring together individuals and recast them as citizens – vital members of a community who share in the common labor of flourishing.

To Apply

Please submit a CV, a cover letter that addresses how you will integrate the coaching and outreach responsibilities of the position, and a brief statement of coaching/mentoring philosophy, and an application to Mark Scully at [email protected]. The Lee University application for employment may be found at https://www.leeuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/Staff-Application-1.pdf.