Liberty University School of Law invites applicants to apply for the position of Director of Clinical & Experiential Learning. This faculty position is pivotal in ensuring the excellence and effectiveness of our clinical and experiential learning opportunities. The most competitive applicants for this clinical faculty, security of position opportunity will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in legal practice, clinical teaching, experiential learning, and possess a strong Biblical worldview. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the education and professional development of future lawyers while advancing the mission of our institution as a leader in legal education.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESSupporting Clinical Legal Education- Provide strategic vision and leadership to ensure the continued growth and success of the Law School's clinical education program
- Oversee all aspects of the clinical education program, including curriculum development, student supervision, and community partnerships in the Law School
- Serve as a clinician in at least one of the Law School's clinical programs, including teaching clinical courses, providing students with hands-on experience in legal practice
- Supervise and mentor clinical students, providing guidance on case work, professional development, and ethical considerations, with a biblical discipleship focus
- Design and develop additional clinics to provide additional clinical opportunities for law students
- Participate in ongoing program evaluation and planning
- Ensure clinics comply with relevant academic, accreditation, and other regulatory requirements
- Teach other courses as assigned
- Engage in scholarly research and publication in the field of clinical legal education (or related doctrinal discipline), contributing to the academic discourse and advancement of the field.
- Participate in professional development activities, including conferences, workshops, and continuing legal education programs.
- Stay current with developments in legal education, clinical pedagogy, and professional standards relevant to clinical practice.
Supporting Experiential Legal Education- In conjunction with the Director of the Center for Lawyering Skills, oversee and administer courses that satisfy experiential learning requirements, such as simulation courses
- Ensure experiential learning courses comply with relevant academic, accreditation, and other regulatory requirements
- In conjunction with various stakeholders, work to ensure field placement courses comply with relevant academic, accreditation, and other regulatory requirements
- Teach experiential or other courses as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALSEducation and Experience- J.D. Degree from an ABA accredited law school
- Active law license in a U.S. jurisdiction with ability to be licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- At least six (6) years of combined law practice or clinical teaching experience
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching and student mentorship and in creating an inspiring, welcoming, and dynamic learning environment for students
- Excellent interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with other Law School faculty and staff and with external partners
- Willingness to contribute actively to the mission, vision, and objectives of the School of Law and the University
Time TypeFull time
LocationOnsite
Pay RangeNot all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's rank, contract length, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.
The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.
$91,500.00 - $144,000.00
