Chief Director, Korematsu Center for Law & Equality

University of California, Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 92,400 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine seeks a Director for the Korematsu Center to administer finance, HR, facilities, and operational activities for a mid-sized academic program. You will develop and organize conferences, set agendas with Principal Investigator, and lead advocacy and litigation planning across California and nationally.

Required: JD, active Bar license (CA preferred), 3+ years in trial/appellate litigation, strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and active Bar license; California Bar preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of trial and appellate litigation experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.

Responsibilities

• Strategic & Litigation Planning: solicit and respond to advocacy opportunities and set priorities for the Center’s impact goals.
• Litigation Management: manage case deadlines, openings/closings, and maintain litigation files; build relationships with advocacy communities.
• Report Drafting: research and draft reports addressing inequality in the criminal legal system.
• Fundraising: support grant prospecting and grant writing for Center programs.

Job description

University of California, Irvine seeks a Director for the Korematsu Center to administer finance, HR, facilities, and operational activities for a mid-sized academic program. You will develop and organize conferences, set agendas with Principal Investigator, and lead advocacy and litigation planning across California and nationally.

Required: JD, active Bar license (CA preferred), 3+ years in trial/appellate litigation, strong communication and interpersonal skills.