School of Law, Clinical Teaching Fellow, Loyola Federal Tax Clinic, Non-Tenure Track

Position Details

Position Details

Job Title
School of Law, Clinical Teaching Fellow, Loyola Federal Tax Clinic, Non-Tenure Track

Position Title
School of Law, Clinical Teaching Fellow, Loyola Federal Tax Clinic, Non-Tenure Track

Position Number

Job Category
University Faculty

Job Type
Full-Time

FLSA Status
Exempt

Campus
Chicago-Water Tower Campus

Location Code
SCHOOL OF LAW:ADMINISTRATION (02700I)

Department Name
LAW SCHOOL

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

Loyola University Chicago School of Law (Loyola) is seeking a Qualified Tax Expert ( QTE ) to fill a position as a Clinical Teaching Fellow and Assistant Director of the Federal Tax Clinic ( FTC or the Clinic) to begin as soon as possible, but no later than August 1. The position may be renewable. The successful candidate will work with the Director in operating the FTC . This includes development of a training program, supervising and teaching students, assisting students with resolving complex issues with the IRS on behalf of clients, and assisting the FTC Director with administering all details related to the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic ( LITC ) grant.

The QTE has the following primary responsibilities:

• Devising and implementing a strategy and program of instruction to train qualified students of the Loyola University Chicago School of Law to provide assistance to clients of the FTC
• Delivering effective and timely training to all students working in the Clinic to affect the Clinic’s capability to deliver effective representation to taxpayers who seek its assistance in dealing with controversies with the Internal Revenue Service ( IRS )
• Teaching seminar classes on tax controversy topics to students enrolled in the FTC
• Supervising all students participating in the Clinic. In such capacity, the individual will appear in Tax Court and in administrative appeal functions before the IRS as an advocate and representative of all clients of the Clinic
• Screening taxpayer applicants to determine if they meet the clinic’s guidelines, have a tax controversy, and would be an otherwise appropriate client of the FTC
• In each representation undertaken by the Clinic, the individual shall be responsible for all technical substantive matters related to such representation and include each student’s assistance or participation therein
• Assisting the FTC Director with administering the IRS LITC grant, including regularly tracking and analyzing client data, preparing annual and interim reports and narratives, and applying for grant funding.
• Creating and implementing a client outreach strategy, a volunteer and Pro Bono panel development strategy, fundraising strategies including other grants and donations, and participating in the LITC conference and LITC workgroups
• Other duties may include administrative tasks, attending functions as a representative of Loyola and Clinic, designing and delivering outreach efforts to promote or educate the public regarding the Clinic’s operations or objectives, assisting with reporting of Clinic’s activities to Loyola
• Participating in law school tasks or governance, as requested

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• J.D.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience handling tax controversy matters with the IRS
• U.S. Tax Court Bar Admission (or ability to obtain prior to academic year)
• Bar Admission (or ability to obtain prior to academic year)

Preferred Qualifications:

• LL.M. in Taxation
• Three years practice in the field of Taxation
• At least one year’s teaching experience, particularly in clinical settings, in a graduate school or equivalent environment

Physical Demands
None

Working Conditions
None

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

• J.D.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience handling tax controversy matters with the IRS
• U.S. Tax Court Bar Admission (or ability to obtain prior to academic year)
• Bar Admission (or ability to obtain prior to academic year)

Open Date
06/02/2023

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested candidates must submit materials to: https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/24309
Applicants should include:
1) A cover letter highlighting relevant experiences and accomplishments;
2) A current Curriculum Vitae;
3) Names and contact information of three professional references. (Letter writers will receive an electronic prompt from LUC ). References will not be contacted immediately but might be consulted at subsequent points in the review process.)
All applicants should also specifically address in their cover letter how they will contribute to the law school’s mission statement, available at https://www.luc.edu/law/about/mission/index.cfm
For further inquiries, please contact Faculty Appointments Chair Kalyani Robbins:

Samantha Galvin
Clinical Professor, Director, Federal Tax Clinic
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
25 East Pearson
Chicago, IL 60611
Email: sgalvin4@luc.edu
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

About Loyola University School of Law
Loyola University Chicago School of Law is a student-focused law center inspired by the Jesuit tradition of academic excellence, intellectual openness, and service to others. For more information on the law school and our mission, visit: https://www.luc.edu and https://www.luc.edu/law/about/mission/index.cfm
Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. The University seeks to increase the diversity of its faculty, staff and student populations because broad diversity contributes to a robust academic environment and is critical to meeting the University’s commitment to excellence in education, research, educational access and services in an increasingly diverse society. As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a transformative education in the Jesuit tradition. Candidates should consult our website at https://www.luc.edu/mission/index.shtml to gain a clearer understanding of LUC’s mission. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, please consult our website at http://www.luc.edu/transformativeed . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ability status, or veteran status.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/24309

Job Number
8501003

Organizational Location
PROVOST

Posting Details

Posting Detail

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
08/01/2023

Position End Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

1. Other Document

Supplemental Questions

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