F250072 - Director of the State and Local Policy Institute - Law School
Position Summary:
The University at Buffalo School of Law is seeking a Director of its newly established State and Local Policy Institute. This Institute aims to spur policy development and implementation at state and local levels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach one or more courses relevant to the Institute’s work and incorporating clinical/fieldwork components, starting in the 2025/2026 academic year.
- Provide opportunities for law students to participate in policy research and advocacy.
- Collaborate with community partners to identify potential areas for policy research and legislation.
- Develop and implement a strategic plan to expand expertise in state and local law, consulting with stakeholders across a range of areas, potentially including.
- Assist in hiring a Research Coordinator and supervise the individual who fills that position.
- Participate in the law school’s fundraising efforts, especially on behalf of the Institute.
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Minimum Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the New York bar or the ability to gain admission within months of starting the job.
- Excellent research and writing skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated commitment to public-interest law and legal education.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with law and policy design, advocacy, and implementation at state and/or local levels.
FTE: 1.0
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment, encourages women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans to apply.