Assistant Professor of Public Law & Government

University of North Carolina

  • North Carolina
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
The UNC School of Government seeks an attorney with a commitment to public service, a desire to teach, and a passion for legal research and writing to serve as an Assistant Professor of Public Law and Government. This tenure track position will focus on working with elected and assistant clerks of superior courts who act as judicial officials in decedents' estate administration, estate proceedings, trusts, and special proceedings involving real property and motor vehicles - the types of proceedings that are typically probate matters in other states. This Assistant Professor will become a statewide expert and resource for the clerks who preside over these matters through advising, teaching, and writing. This faculty member will deliver training to hundreds of clerks each year and will have the opportunity to develop relationships and regularly communicate with this important group of judicial officials. The position requires the creation of scholarship tailored for North Carolina's clerks of superior court, including chapters in the Clerks of Superior Court Manual Series and posts on the On the Civil Side Blog, as well as in other outlets. This faculty member's work will require collaboration with the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts and the Conference of Superior Court Clerks as well as with other faculty members in the School.The person who fills this important position will make a substantial impact on the future of government in our state. Every consultation with a public official, every class taught, and every piece of scholarship published by the new faculty number will contribute to the School's 90-year legacy of improving North Carolina through better governance.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsJ.D., excellent writing skills, strong academic performance, and a demonstrated commitment to public service required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperienceFour or more years of experience practicing law.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority ResponsibilitiesNot Applicable.
Special InstructionsLearn more about working as a faculty member at the School of Government here: https://www.sog.unc.edu/about/employment-opportunities
Quick LinkDepartment Contact InformationDepartment Contact Name and Title Celeste McGilvary, Human Resources Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email cmcgilvary@sog.unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office Contact InformationIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email toPlease note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer StatementThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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