Wildfire Legal Fellow

Fellowship applicants should have:

• A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school (with membership in the California bar strongly preferred)
• Strong academic credentials, excellent writing and editing abilities, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and a collaborative spirit
• A commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion within the workplace and a track record of community engagement and service. 
• Strong organizational/management skills, attention to detail, self-motivation, and aptitude for working with students and diverse policy stakeholders
• Sound judgment and exceptional ethical standards in serving as a trusted source for evidence-based analysis and policy engagement.

These positions are for a one-year fixed term. Stanford University is encouraging flexible work arrangements.  This position has the option to work a hybrid work schedule of up to 3 days of telecommuting work per week. Salary is based on a formula that is competitive with similar positions, and Stanford provides a generous benefits package.

Applicants should submit a cover letter summarizing their interest in these positions and relevant experience (including which position is most of interest), a resume, a writing sample, a list of three professional references, and a transcript through http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu/, referencing job number 94581. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible and will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Applicants must be available to start no later than September 2022.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and 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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Stanford University seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.