What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney and Thomas Fellow position at University of Missouri?
Hiring Department
Law School
Job Description
The University of Missouri School of Law is seeking one individual for the position of Thomas Fellow and Staff Attorney in the Veterans Clinic. The primary purpose of this position is to continue the work of the Veterans Clinic in assisting veterans and educating law students. The position will oversee rural outreach programs, help, supervise, and instruct Clinic students, handle case files, submit timely and complete documents to the government on behalf of veterans, and interface with Veterans Clinic stakeholders.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Overseeing an outreach program focusing on Missouri rural veterans- Supervising the Clinic’s pro bono referral program
- Supervising case files arising from the rural outreach and as assigned by the Director of the Clinic
- Submitting timely and complete documents to Veterans Administration (VA) and Department of Defense (DOD) for veterans
- Interfacing with Veterans Clinic stakeholders which include law school faculty and staff, members of the General Assembly, donors, students, and the veterans community
- Implementing Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs for attorneys
- Supervising case files with students as requested by the Director of the Clinic
- Working collaboratively with other staff in the Clinic
The Veterans Clinic is largely funded through outside donations. The longevity of the Clinic and this position are continually dependent on future grants and other fundraising initiatives
Shift
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with flexibility of hours and remote work possible as approved by the Director of the Clinic
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
- Missouri law license (or ability to secure Missouri license promptly)
- Prior experience at a law school or law firm with veterans issues and handling veterans law cases
- Willingness to travel as required by the Director of the Clinic
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year based on skills, education, and experience
Grade: GGS 012
University Title: Administrative Consultant II
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
Submit cover letter, resume, and at least three references
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
