THE UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA is hiring for a Managing Attorney in their Clinical Program.
University of the District of Columbia
Job Description
Job Title: Managing Attorney
Occupational Series: 905/Pay Plan: DS /Grade: 05
FLSA: Exempt
Union Status: Non-union
Job Code:
The Managing Attorney of Clinical and Experiential Programs assists in oversight of the high-quality legal services provided by the clinical and experiential programs. The Managing Attorney has supervisory authority over administrative matters related to the experiential programs, which includes responding to the needs of faculty and students. The Managing Attorney is expected to use his/her/their expertise in client service, case management, and law office administration to ensure the highest level of client service is delivered by the programs. The Managing Attorney reports to the Associate Dean for Clinical and Experiential Programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develops, implements and leads the administrative operations and professional infrastructure for the School of Law’s full range of clinical and experiential programs in keeping with ABA and other professional standards and best practices
2. Supervises administrative staff for the experiential and clinical programs.
3. Drives the marketing work of the clinical and experiential programs, including the website and social media accounts. In conjunction with the faculty and marketing team, produces materials about the experiential and clinical programs for applicants, marketing, fundraising activities, events, and other stakeholders.
4. Develops and maintains network of supporters and case-referral sources for both clinic intake needs as well as referrals when the clinical program is unable to take a case.
5. Leads the clinic recruitment and enrollment process; oversees student practice applications.
6. Oversees the client information management systems (paper and electronic) to include training and records retention activities.
7. In consultation with the Development Director, manages the grant process (pre- and post-award) for all experiential grants.
8. Manages the budget of the Clinical Law Program in collaboration with the Associate Dean; and manages program budgetary needs and procurement of supplies, services and equipment with appropriate personnel.
9. Develops appropriate reporting materials for program evaluation annually. This includes the collection of data about externship placements, clinic caseloads, and other relevant data.
10. Responds to non-substantive management of clinic client and admin work during breaks in the academic calendar. With adequate notice, may be asked to provide substantive oversight of clinic client work during breaks in the academic calendar and as needed during the semester.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
Familiarity with law office management including computer-based case/project record keeping systems.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Juris Doctor degree and at least three years of relevant experience.
- Examples of relevant experience include, but are not limited to, professional administrative and/or program/practice management, delivery of legal services to low-income or otherwise marginalized populations, non-profit programming, government systems, supervision of staff, and project management.
- Must be admitted to or eligible for admission to the D.C. Bar.
STANDARDS & EXPECTATIONS:
1. Expectations of the Job:
Work consists of a variety of complex inter-related tasks. The incumbent is expected to function with considerable independence on all assignments and to use initiative and seasoned judgment in arriving at sound conclusions and recommendations. Recurring contacts are made with students, staff members, faculty members, administrators and the general public, as well as with staff of institutions which are University partners. Contacts are established to open channels of communication and acquire information for decision making and dissemination to others. The work is generally performed in an office setting.
2. Development and Counseling:
Employee is expected to participate in activities that will help in the development of his/her/their career and help in the performance of the job. Employee may seek counseling from the immediate supervisor.
3.Training:
Training is available to help improve the skill and knowledge level, and for updates on the latest techniques, methods and theories that are being used in the industry.
4. Knowledge of UDC Rules and Regulations:
The position requires a solid understanding of the policies and procedures of the Board of Trustees and the University, as well as applicable Federal and D.C. government laws and regulations. The University provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety.
Note: The University reserves the right to change or reassign job duties as provided in policy and negotiated agreements.