Job Description

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Position Details

Proposed Start Date 09/05/2023
Classification Title Legal and Compliance
Rank N - No Rank
Working Title Director/Managing Attorney- Student Legal Services
Department 331900 - SLS Legal Services
Position Number D98530
Representation UX - Unclassified Excluded
Renewable Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE 1
Tenure Status F - Fixed Term

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

Portland State University is Oregon\'s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America\'s most dynamic cities. Our mission to \xe2\x80\x9clet knowledge serve the city\xe2\x80\x9d reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action - in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and , from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

For information about Student Legal Services, please visit :
Position Summary

Student Legal Services empowers PSU students to succeed in their academic endeavors by providing access to justice. We address legal issues that impact students\' educational and career goals through legal advice, representation, mentorship, community partnerships, and education.

The Director/Managing Attorney of Student Legal Services provides assistance to students with legal problems and/or questions by providing legal advice, representation, or referral. This position is responsible for promoting and modeling teamwork and the establishment of an inclusive, collaborative, service-oriented multicultural environment. The Director manages an office that is responsive to student needs and provides relevant services directed toward resolving impediments to student learning and success. This role serves as the direct supervisor to the professional staff at Student Legal Services.

This is a 1.0, 12-month, exempt appointment, renewable subject to funding and satisfactory performance.
Minimum Qualifications

• JD from accredited law school
• 7+ years of legal practice experience
• Oregon State Bar membership

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an urban university environment with a diverse student population.
• Experience supervising staff and managing the delivery of legal services.

Key Cultural Competencies

• Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adhere to all of PSU\'s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, some evenings and weekends as required.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement

Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The starting annual salary for this position will be between $94,476 and $115,740, but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools :

Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package :

Application Instructions

Additional Information
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)

Please list the names, telephone numebrs and email addresses for three professional references.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No
Background Check Required Yes
Position End Date (if applicable)
If you have questions

Please email Student legal Services at

Search Details

Posting Close Date 08/16/2023
Projected Close Date for Posting Closes
Application screening begins 08/03/2023
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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Are you admitted to the Oregon Bar or admitted to the bar of a state with reciprocity admission?

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