University of Maine at Augusta
Director of Externships and Pro Bono Service/Associate Professor of Law
University of Maine at Augusta, Orono, Maine, us, 04473
Overview
Portland, ME, United States (On-site) Job Info
Job Identification 1890 Job Category Faculty Posting Date 09/16/2025, 07:39 PM Locations 300 Fore Street, Portland, ME, 04101, US (On-site) Business Unit The University of Maine School of Law Job Schedule Full time Regular or Temporary Regular Department SOL SOL General Administration Job Description
Director of Externships and Pro Bono Service/Associate Professor of Law The University of Maine School of Law, in the coastal community of Portland, Maine, seeks a full-time Director of Externships & Pro Bono Service to join its faculty in the Fall of 2026. The Director will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality externship placements across public service, judicial, government, and in-house sectors, ensuring diverse opportunities for students to earn academic credit while developing essential skills under the supervision of practicing attorneys. Key responsibilities include creating and teaching a weekly externship seminar, advising and mentoring students, cultivating relationships with external partners (including the bar and bench), and collaborating with clinical faculty and student services. Additionally, the Director will oversee and expand the voluntary pro bono program, helping students track their hours toward a graduation certificate. The Externship Director position is a full-time faculty position within the School of Law with rights comparable to tenured and tenure-track faculty. How to Apply: Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now” below. You will need to complete an application and upload the following: A cover letter that describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position. Application materials and questions can also be sent to the chair of the Appointments Committee, Professor Anthony Moffa, at the following email address: mainelawsearch@maine.edu. Important items to know about the recruitment process: Review of applications will begin immediately. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide three (3) names and contact information for references. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship. In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity, or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System). About Us
About the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine. Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website. About the Team
Established in 1968, the University of Maine System (UMS) unites six distinctive public universities, comprising 10 campuses and numerous centers, in the common purpose of providing quality higher education while delivering on its traditional tripartite mission of teaching, research, and public service. A comprehensive public institution of higher education, UMS serves more than 30,000 students annually and is supported by the efforts of more than 2,000 faculty, more than 3,000 staff, and a complement of adjunct faculty. Reaching more than 500,000 people annually through educational and cultural offerings, the University of Maine System also benefits from more than two-thirds of its alumni population residing within the state; more than 123,000 individuals. The System consists of six universities: The University of Maine (UMaine), including its regional campus the University of Maine at Machias (UMM); the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA); the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF); the University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK), the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI); and the University of Southern Maine (USM). The System also includes the University of Maine School of Law and the University of Maine Graduate and Professional Center.
The University of Maine School of Law is the state’s public and only law school, a vital resource serving our local, regional, national, and global community. Maine Law is an institutional public servant committed to providing an accessible and affordable student-focused program of legal education and achieving the highest standards of ethical behavior. Our rigorous doctrinal and experiential curriculum, influential scholarship, and signature programming prepare students to practice law, promote respect for the rule of law, and advance justice for all members of society.
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Portland, ME, United States (On-site) Job Info
Job Identification 1890 Job Category Faculty Posting Date 09/16/2025, 07:39 PM Locations 300 Fore Street, Portland, ME, 04101, US (On-site) Business Unit The University of Maine School of Law Job Schedule Full time Regular or Temporary Regular Department SOL SOL General Administration Job Description
Director of Externships and Pro Bono Service/Associate Professor of Law The University of Maine School of Law, in the coastal community of Portland, Maine, seeks a full-time Director of Externships & Pro Bono Service to join its faculty in the Fall of 2026. The Director will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality externship placements across public service, judicial, government, and in-house sectors, ensuring diverse opportunities for students to earn academic credit while developing essential skills under the supervision of practicing attorneys. Key responsibilities include creating and teaching a weekly externship seminar, advising and mentoring students, cultivating relationships with external partners (including the bar and bench), and collaborating with clinical faculty and student services. Additionally, the Director will oversee and expand the voluntary pro bono program, helping students track their hours toward a graduation certificate. The Externship Director position is a full-time faculty position within the School of Law with rights comparable to tenured and tenure-track faculty. How to Apply: Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now” below. You will need to complete an application and upload the following: A cover letter that describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position. Application materials and questions can also be sent to the chair of the Appointments Committee, Professor Anthony Moffa, at the following email address: mainelawsearch@maine.edu. Important items to know about the recruitment process: Review of applications will begin immediately. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide three (3) names and contact information for references. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship. In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity, or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System). About Us
About the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine. Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website. About the Team
Established in 1968, the University of Maine System (UMS) unites six distinctive public universities, comprising 10 campuses and numerous centers, in the common purpose of providing quality higher education while delivering on its traditional tripartite mission of teaching, research, and public service. A comprehensive public institution of higher education, UMS serves more than 30,000 students annually and is supported by the efforts of more than 2,000 faculty, more than 3,000 staff, and a complement of adjunct faculty. Reaching more than 500,000 people annually through educational and cultural offerings, the University of Maine System also benefits from more than two-thirds of its alumni population residing within the state; more than 123,000 individuals. The System consists of six universities: The University of Maine (UMaine), including its regional campus the University of Maine at Machias (UMM); the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA); the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF); the University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK), the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI); and the University of Southern Maine (USM). The System also includes the University of Maine School of Law and the University of Maine Graduate and Professional Center.
The University of Maine School of Law is the state’s public and only law school, a vital resource serving our local, regional, national, and global community. Maine Law is an institutional public servant committed to providing an accessible and affordable student-focused program of legal education and achieving the highest standards of ethical behavior. Our rigorous doctrinal and experiential curriculum, influential scholarship, and signature programming prepare students to practice law, promote respect for the rule of law, and advance justice for all members of society.
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