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Position Summary
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS SCHOOL OF LAW invites applications for the faculty position of Director of its new Veterans Law Clinic. The Clinic will begin operation at the start of the 2023 fall semester and will join the School's eighteen other Law Clinics and externships (see law.wustl.edu/academics/clinical-education-program/).
The Veterans Law Clinic, through its second- and third-year law students, will provide free legal assistance to veterans who cannot otherwise afford the services of an attorney.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Candidates must possess a J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school and must be admitted or eligible to practice law in Missouri (i.e., must be a member of the Missouri Bar, able to become a member within six months of starting the position, or eligible for a certificate to supervise students as a law teacher pursuant to Missouri Supreme Court Rule 13.06). Candidates should possess a strong academic record; excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational and time-management skills; an ability to build and maintain relationships with both students and community/professional partners; and an interest or experience in veterans' law. Candidates should have significant experience practicing law, outstanding legal research and writing skills, and promise as a teacher and mentor for law students.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in clinical teaching is not required, but would be desirable.
Salary Range
Base pay is commensurate with experience.
Applicant Special Instructions
In addition to completing the online application, applicants should submit a resume, law school transcript, references, and brief description of the candidate's interest and qualifications to: Professor Sarah Narkiewicz, Associate Dean for Clinical Education, Washington University School of Law, One Brookings Drive, MSC 1120-250-102, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899; sanarkiewicz@wustl.edu.
For fullest consideration, apply by March 24, 2023.
External Applicant Instructions
When you are ready to apply, creating an account only takes a minute. Your account creates a candidate home page which we will use to communicate with you and allows you to apply for jobs and view your application statuses. The first page of the application offers two "Quick Apply" options. Quick Apply allows you to either use a previous application or create a new application using a resume to populate the work experience and education sections of your job application. If using a resume to populate your application, check to ensure the application fields populated accurately. You may skip the "Quick Apply" page by clicking "Next" at the bottom of the page. Documents may be uploaded in the My Experience section of the application. You also have the option to apply with a LinkedIn feature, which allows you to apply by using your LinkedIn profile to populate some of the job application fields.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.
EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment - fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
Position Summary
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS SCHOOL OF LAW invites applications for the faculty position of Director of its new Veterans Law Clinic. The Clinic will begin operation at the start of the 2023 fall semester and will join the School's eighteen other Law Clinics and externships (see law.wustl.edu/academics/clinical-education-program/).
The Veterans Law Clinic, through its second- and third-year law students, will provide free legal assistance to veterans who cannot otherwise afford the services of an attorney.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of the Clinic, including the teaching of students (through one-on-one tutorials and a weekly seminar).
- Supervise and responsible for student casework.
- Identification and selection of clients.
- Administration of the office and staff.
- Teach other courses and assist other law school programs as needed.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must possess a J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school and must be admitted or eligible to practice law in Missouri (i.e., must be a member of the Missouri Bar, able to become a member within six months of starting the position, or eligible for a certificate to supervise students as a law teacher pursuant to Missouri Supreme Court Rule 13.06). Candidates should possess a strong academic record; excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational and time-management skills; an ability to build and maintain relationships with both students and community/professional partners; and an interest or experience in veterans' law. Candidates should have significant experience practicing law, outstanding legal research and writing skills, and promise as a teacher and mentor for law students.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in clinical teaching is not required, but would be desirable.
Salary Range
Base pay is commensurate with experience.
Applicant Special Instructions
In addition to completing the online application, applicants should submit a resume, law school transcript, references, and brief description of the candidate's interest and qualifications to: Professor Sarah Narkiewicz, Associate Dean for Clinical Education, Washington University School of Law, One Brookings Drive, MSC 1120-250-102, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899; sanarkiewicz@wustl.edu.
For fullest consideration, apply by March 24, 2023.
External Applicant Instructions
When you are ready to apply, creating an account only takes a minute. Your account creates a candidate home page which we will use to communicate with you and allows you to apply for jobs and view your application statuses. The first page of the application offers two "Quick Apply" options. Quick Apply allows you to either use a previous application or create a new application using a resume to populate the work experience and education sections of your job application. If using a resume to populate your application, check to ensure the application fields populated accurately. You may skip the "Quick Apply" page by clicking "Next" at the bottom of the page. Documents may be uploaded in the My Experience section of the application. You also have the option to apply with a LinkedIn feature, which allows you to apply by using your LinkedIn profile to populate some of the job application fields.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.
EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment - fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
