The Public Health Law Center, a dynamic, public interest affiliate of Mitchell Hamline School of Law in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is seeking to hire several full-time staff attorneys or senior staff attorneys who have a passion for working for the social good and who share our commitment to continued learning on issues related to racial and social justice, including the social determinants of health, implicit bias, and systemic oppression.
The prospective employee must have experience working with state or municipal laws and policies; good legal research and writing skills; strong communications skills, including demonstrated ability to explain complex issues or ideas using language appropriate to audiences of specialists or non-specialists; commitment to advancing health equity; and admission to a state or Tribal bar. Candidates must also be able to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues and external partners of many backgrounds and disciplines.
Prerequisite:
To be eligible for this position, applicants must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and an active license to practice law in any state or Tribe within the United States. The applicant's licensure must be in good standing with the applicable licensing authority. The applicant should have a minimum of one year of relevant work experience.
Preference will be given to candidates who have relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: public health law, municipal law, community planning (including land use policies), poverty law, civil rights law, Tribal law, federal Indian law, and administrative law.
Knowledge/Skill/Ability:
Please note that to be considered for a Senior Staff Attorney position, the candidate must: have at least five years of relevant legal work experience; have a demonstrated ability to work with substantial independence in furtherance of the Center's mission; be able to provide mentorship and support to less experienced colleagues; and successfully initiate project development work. For both the Staff Attorney and Senior Staff Attorney, compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Other Information:
Occasional travel is required.
POSITION INFORMATION
Advertised Date:
October 11, 2024
Application Close:
Open Until Filled
Desired Start Date:
December 1, 2024 or sooner
Position Title:
Staff Attorney/Senior Staff Attorney
Department Name:
Public Health Law Center
Work Location:
Remote
Employment Type:
Staff
DOL Status:
Full-Time
Work Shift:
Monday - Friday; 8:00AM - 4:30PM (varies)
Travel Required:
10 - 25%
Pay Type:
Salaried
Salary Range:
$68,750 - $110,000
(commensurate with education and experience)
HOW TO APPLY
For best consideration, please submit applications on or before Monday, November 4, 2024.
To be considered for this position, please submit the following application documentation:
ABOUT US
The Center, one of America's preeminent centers of expertise in public health law, strives to advance health equity through the power of law and policy. The Center supports its partners in transforming their environments through policies to reduce or eliminate commercial tobacco, strengthen public health systems, advance climate justice, and promote healthy food and physical activity. To learn more about the Public Health Law Center, click here.
Mitchell Hamline School of Law was formed in 2015 by the combination of William Mitchell College of Law and Hamline University School of Law. This extraordinary union brought together two law schools that have shaped Minnesota's legal landscape for more than a combined 155 years, creating the top law school in the Midwest for students seeking a rigorous, practical, and problem-solving approach to legal education. Mitchell Hamline School of Law provides a legal education grounded in legal theory and distinguished by exceptional practical legal training. A forward-thinking, independent law school with a history dating back more than 100 years, we have continually shaped legal education to be relevant to our students, their future clients, and the legal profession. We are committed to making legal education accessible and offer an unmatched number of enrollment options. Our students graduate prepared to put their degree into practice or use their legal training in the profession of their choice.
To learn more information about Mitchell Hamline School of Law, visit our website by clicking here.
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DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Mitchell Hamline School of Law is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Mitchell Hamline complies with all applicable laws regarding equal employment opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any person based upon actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial (or parental) status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status, or any other protected class defined by law.
The Public Health Law Center, a dynamic, public interest affiliate of Mitchell Hamline School of Law in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is seeking to hire several full-time staff attorneys or senior staff attorneys who have a passion for working for the social good and who share our commitment to continued learning on issues related to racial and social justice, including the social determinants of health, implicit bias, and systemic oppression.
The prospective employee must have experience working with state or municipal laws and policies; good legal research and writing skills; strong communications skills, including demonstrated ability to explain complex issues or ideas using language appropriate to audiences of specialists or non-specialists; commitment to advancing health equity; and admission to a state or Tribal bar. Candidates must also be able to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues and external partners of many…
Our benefits program is designed to provide you flexibility and security in selecting coverage that best meets your needs. Mitchell Hamline School of Law (location of PHLC) offers high-quality benefits that provide you and your family the protection and assurance you need right now and for your future. We continually work to balance many competing considerations while staying true to the following benefit philosophies:
The benefit program includes:
For more information regarding the School's benefits package, contact Human Resources at hr@mitchellhamline.edu.
Our benefits program is designed to provide you flexibility and security in selecting coverage that best meets your needs. Mitchell Hamline School of Law (location of PHLC) offers high-quality benefits that provide you and your family the protection and assurance you need right now and for your future. We continually work to balance many competing considerations while staying true to the following benefit philosophies:
The benefit program includes:
Proficiency in English required.
Proficiency in English required.
For best consideration, please submit applications on or before Monday, November 4, 2024.
To be considered for this position, please submit the following application documentation:
For best consideration, please submit applications on or before Monday, November 4, 2024.
To be considered for this position, please submit the following application…