Director of Clinical & Experiential Learning

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in legal practice, clinical teaching, experiential learning, and possess a strong Biblical worldview.

Responsibilities

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.
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

Benefits

Faculty are essential to Liberty University’s mission of Training Champions for Christ.
It is expected that a faculty member model a personal commitment to the goals and values of Liberty University, engage in an active commitment to, and experience of, personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed Christian worldview.
Faculty should view their teaching, engagement with students, and scholarship as a means to a significant educational end.
They should strive to employ a variety of techniques for the development of good learning conditions, view each student as a unique individual, and insofar as it is possible, provide for individual differences, abilities, and interests.
The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements.
Many of our experienced faculty choose to teach at Liberty (not only because of our beautiful campus or cutting-edge classroom technology) because they desire to teach from a Christian worldview.
And if you ask, many will tell you that teaching at Liberty is not just their job — it’s their personal ministry.
Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971.
As one of the nation’s largest Christian universities, Liberty employs a diverse community of faculty, staff, and student professionals who are united by a shared mission and commitment to excellence.
Through their dedication and service, Liberty employees help create a collaborative, faith-driven environment that supports meaningful work and lasting impact.