Director of Clinical & Experiential Learning

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty University, Inc. is hiring a Director of Clinical & Experiential Learning to enhance clinical education quality. The role involves strategic leadership of the clinical program and ensuring compliance with academic and regulatory standards.

Candidates should have a J.D. degree, a strong commitment to teaching, and at least six years of relevant experience. Responsibilities also include curriculum oversight and participation in scholarly activities.

Qualifications

• Active law license in a U.S. jurisdiction with the ability to be licensed in Virginia.
• At least six (6) years of combined law practice or clinical teaching experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating a dynamic learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and leadership for the clinical education program.
• Oversee curriculum development, student supervision, and community partnerships.
• Engage in scholarly research and publication in clinical legal education.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching and mentoring

Leadership

Curriculum development

Education

J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school

Job description

Director of Clinical & Experiential Learning

This faculty position is pivotal in ensuring the excellence and effectiveness of our clinical and experiential learning opportunities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting Clinical Legal Education
  • 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.
  • Serve as a clinician in at least one of the Law School’s clinical programs, including teaching clinical courses and providing students with hands‑on experience in legal practice.
  • Supervise and mentor clinical students, providing guidance on case work, professional development, 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.
• Supporting Experiential Legal Education
  • 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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

• Education and Experience
  • 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 to 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.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

• Time Type: Full time
• Location: Onsite

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with TitleVII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious‑affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law.