Director of Attorney Education and Outreach

Director of Attorney Education and Outreach

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Working Title:

Director of Attorney Education and Outreach

Department:
College of Law-0899

Requisition Number: F_250076

Posting Open Date: 11/25/2025

Application Review Date: 01/05/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

The Nebraska Children’s Justice and Legal Advocacy Center (NCJC) is seeking an attorney to serve as the Director of Attorney Education and Development, a leadership position dedicated to strengthening high‑quality juvenile court advocacy statewide.

The Director will lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of NCJC’s attorney education programs, including the Children’s Justice Attorney Education Fellowship, CORE training series, and advanced workshops for alumni and practicing attorneys. The Director will also supervise 2L–3L law clerks who support fellows and alumni through research and writing projects and will oversee Children’s Justice Clinic cases during the summer term to ensure continued excellence in client advocacy.

Together, these responsibilities sustain the Center’s pipeline of skilled juvenile‑court attorneys, particularly in Nebraska’s rural legal deserts.

The successful candidate will be an attorney with significant experience in child welfare and/or youth justice, committed to transforming attorney advocacy through high‑quality training, mentorship, and curriculum innovation. In partnership with the NCJC Director, the Director of Attorney Education and Development will help shape the Center’s statewide and national vision, oversee the fellowship program, mentor students, and create replicable tools and curricula that advance NCJC’s model for impact.

Based at the University of Nebraska College of Law in Lincoln, this is a non‑tenure track position with a salary of $105,000. Statewide travel for trainings, workshops, and conferences is required approximately six to eight times per year, with occasional out‑of‑state travel for presentations and partnership meetings.

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• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA‑accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice law in Nebraska, or ability to obtain Nebraska Bar admission within six months of hire.
• Eligible to serve as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Nebraska or able to complete required training and approval within six months of hire.
• At least five years of litigation experience, including a minimum of three years substantial practice in juvenile court, child welfare, or youth justice.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, train, or provide professional guidance to attorneys, law students, or other professionals.
• Strong understanding of trauma‑informed, child‑centered, and multidisciplinary advocacy, including issues such as substance use, domestic violence, and child maltreatment.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills to support curriculum development and program reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, balance competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage professional audiences effectively.
• Ability to work independently and travel throughout Nebraska for trainings and meetings.

• Eight or more years of litigation experience, including at least five years of significant juvenile court, child welfare, or youth justice practice.
• Experience designing, delivering, and evaluating attorney or professional education programs, such as continuing legal education (CLE), workshops, or training initiatives.
• Proven ability to coach,…