Director of the Korematsu Center

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The University of California, Irvine School of Law is the culmination of several generations of revolutionary dreamers. Those who are not satisfied with the status quo wanted to redefine, reimagine and reinvent legal education. 16 years later, it continues its evolution as a dynamic academic institution stronger than its founders could have ever imagined. UCI Law provides an innovative and comprehensive curriculum and prioritizes public service and a commitment to diversity within the legal profession. UCI Law continues to rank highly. We look forward to
continuing our remarkable journey with our faculty, staff, students, alumni and community partners.

Administers all finance, human resources and facilities and other operational activities for small to mid-sized academic or research program. Administers major program components, and some or all of the program's operational requirements. Develops and organizes conferences and other public forums. Works under direction of Principal Investigator or more senior Academic Program Officer to establish center agenda, funding, objectives. Strategic & Litigation Planning Solicit and respond to advocacy opportunities consistent with the mission of the Korematsu Center to support robust civil rights litigation both in California and nationally, addressing issues at the intersection of race, ethnicity, class, and other protected statuses. Along with Executive Director and Director, engage in priority setting for the Center's advocacy and impact
goals. Manage case acceptance review process.

Litigation Management
Manage and track the Center's case deadlines, manage case opening and closing procedures, and maintain litigation files. Review processes for conformance with the Rules of Professional Conduct Community Outreach. Develop and maintain relationships with advocacy communities
locally and nationally, including public defenders, civil legal aid advocates, and lawyers in private practice, ensuring the work of the Center is advancing broader advocacy strategies. Attend public functions on behalf of the Center, both at the law school and in the larger
community Programmatic Development. Work with the Executive Director and Director to design and implement a Student Fellow program, including creation of fellow projects, supervising Student Fellows. Work with Faculty Affiliates and Korematsu Center Non-resident

Fellows to develop and implement projects. Work with the UCI Law Clinics and the UCI Law Pro Bono Director to develop joint projects. Develop and maintain relationships with pro bono counsel at law firms, advocacy organizations, and centers on race and law as part of the Race and Law Centers Network.

Report Drafting
Research and draft occasional reports that address inequality in the criminal legal system and in other areas.

Fundraising
Support fundraising and development work of the Center, including grant prospecting and grant writing.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $85,400- $130,100 (Annual).

The First Review Date for this job is: February 19, 2025. Applications accepted until position is filled.

Required:

• Strong ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
• Strong ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
• California Bar Admission
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with trial and appellate litigation focus
• A cover letter is required as part of your application.

Preferred:

• Solid fundraising experience.
• Knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.