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Requirements
A juris doctor and five (5) years of extensive experience with criminal justice policy or litigation is required for this position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ideal candidate will be an experienced advocate and leader, invested in achieving equitable early stage criminal process and with experience in multiple jurisdictions. Other desirable experiences include community organizing, class action litigation, legislative process, policy advocacy, grant management, and student supervision. Ideal candidate has experience with, or knowledge of, right to counsel jurisprudence and initial appearance procedure in multiple jurisdictions, and a  track record of excellent judgment, success juggling competing priorities, a keen eye for detail, and a capacity to set and meet deadlines. The successful candidate will also have strong skills in research, writing, and public speaking. There is a strong preference for experience leading committees or working groups, and conducting trainings. Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills. Physical and Environmental Demands: Sit for long periods of time Deadline to Apply: This position is open until filled. EEO Statement: SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu. Benefits: SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution. SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU. The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.
Job Contact
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