State University of New York at Buffalo
Director of the State and Local Policy Institute
State University of New York at Buffalo, New York, New York, us, 10261
Director of the State and Local Policy Institute
Position Title Director of the State and Local Policy Institute The University at Buffalo School of Law is seeking a
Director
of its newly established
State and Local Policy Institute . This Institute aims to spur policy development and implementation at state and local levels.
Key Responsibilities: Teach one or more courses relevant to the Institute’s work and incorporating clinical/fieldwork components, starting in the 2025/2026 academic year. Provide opportunities for law students to participate in policy research and advocacy. Collaborate with community partners to identify potential areas for policy research and legislation. Develop and implement a strategic plan to expand expertise in state and local law, consulting with stakeholders across a range of areas, potentially including. Assist in hiring a Research Coordinator and supervise the individual who fills that position. Participate in the law school’s fundraising efforts, especially on behalf of the Institute.
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Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications JD from an accredited law school. Admission to the New York bar or the ability to gain admission within months of starting the job. Excellent research and writing skills. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated commitment to public-interest law and legal education. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with law and policy design, advocacy, and implementation at state and/or local levels. Physical Demands Salary Range Salary Range $125,000 Additional Salary Information Job Type Job Type Full-Time Campus Campus North Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Additional Information Is a background check required for this posting? Is a background check required for this posting? No Contact Information Contact's Name Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Contact's Title Professor of Law Contact's Email Contact's Phone Contact's Phone 716-645-1743 Posting Dates Posted Posted 07/18/2025 Date to be filled Date to be filled 08/15/2025 References Number of References Required Number of References Required 3 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
Faculty Faculty Student Association (FSA) Research Foundation Employee State Classified State Professional UB Foundation TA/GA Student No Current Employment Affiliation
* How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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* Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
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UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity@buffalo.edu or by phone 716-645-2266. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Title Director of the State and Local Policy Institute The University at Buffalo School of Law is seeking a
Director
of its newly established
State and Local Policy Institute . This Institute aims to spur policy development and implementation at state and local levels.
Key Responsibilities: Teach one or more courses relevant to the Institute’s work and incorporating clinical/fieldwork components, starting in the 2025/2026 academic year. Provide opportunities for law students to participate in policy research and advocacy. Collaborate with community partners to identify potential areas for policy research and legislation. Develop and implement a strategic plan to expand expertise in state and local law, consulting with stakeholders across a range of areas, potentially including. Assist in hiring a Research Coordinator and supervise the individual who fills that position. Participate in the law school’s fundraising efforts, especially on behalf of the Institute.
Learn more:
Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications JD from an accredited law school. Admission to the New York bar or the ability to gain admission within months of starting the job. Excellent research and writing skills. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated commitment to public-interest law and legal education. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with law and policy design, advocacy, and implementation at state and/or local levels. Physical Demands Salary Range Salary Range $125,000 Additional Salary Information Job Type Job Type Full-Time Campus Campus North Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Additional Information Is a background check required for this posting? Is a background check required for this posting? No Contact Information Contact's Name Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Contact's Title Professor of Law Contact's Email Contact's Phone Contact's Phone 716-645-1743 Posting Dates Posted Posted 07/18/2025 Date to be filled Date to be filled 08/15/2025 References Number of References Required Number of References Required 3 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
Faculty Faculty Student Association (FSA) Research Foundation Employee State Classified State Professional UB Foundation TA/GA Student No Current Employment Affiliation
* How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
AcademicKeys.com CareerExposure.com CareerWomen.com Chronicle of Higher Education DiversitySearch.com GoogleJobs.com HERCjobs.org HigherEdJobs.com IMDiversity.com Indeed.com LinkedIn.com MBACareers.com Conference Personal Referral UBJobs.buffalo.edu Other
* Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
Yes No
UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity@buffalo.edu or by phone 716-645-2266. #J-18808-Ljbffr