Associate/Professor of Law and Public Policy and Director
Associate / Professor of Law and Public Policy and Director
Position Information
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Title : Associate / Professor of Law and Public Policy and Director
Department : Public Policy, Public Administration
Posting Number : F00909
Full or Part Time : Full Time
Open Date : 09 / 10 / 2024
Close Date : Open Until Filled
Position Description
Primary Purpose and Essential Functions : The University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, is seeking applicants for the position of Associate / Professor of Law and Public Policy and Director of McGeorge Public Policy Programs.
The Director enjoys faculty status with a rank of assistant, associate, or full professor commensurate with experience. The position includes voting rights, faculty governance responsibilities, and sabbatical opportunities.
It is designed to lead to a long-term contract that culminates in an indefinite contract with job security similar to a tenured position.
The Director is responsible for running the Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree programs.
This faculty position will be appointed jointly to teach in the JD and Public Policy programs. Responsibilities include teaching law-related competencies in the MPA / MPP curriculum and one or more JD courses.
Qualified candidates may also teach an elective law course serving J.D., MSL, MPA, and MPP students. The Public Policy program is hybrid, with a mix of in-person courses and fully online / hybrid courses.
Other responsibilities include advising students on academic and career development, participating in orientation and recruitment events, and other professional development commensurate with the role.
Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in public service.
Minimum Qualifications :
- Two (2) years of professional experience in public administration or public policy, including work experience with a public agency, consultancy, or government law jobs with a policy focus.
- A membership in a state bar association.
Preferred Qualifications :
- Graduate teaching experience in law, public administration, public policy, or a related area.
- Research and / or consulting experience on California public policy issues and engagement with California public agencies.
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in education and public service settings.
- Effective communication skills and professional demeanor.
- Experience in working with diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
Physical Requirements : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hiring Range : $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year.
Special Instructions : For first consideration, please apply on or before November 1, 2024.
Contact Information :
Applicants are required to submit references for this posting (2-3 references).
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA / EEO Policy Statement : University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.
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