Advocacy Competition Coach Fall 2026 - Spring 2027
About the role
The Advocacy Coaches are a critical part of the College of Law's learning community. Coaches are involved in curricular and co-curricular activities and programs relating to student learning and professional formation throughout law school. The appointments will be as either Head Advocacy Coach or Assistant Advocacy Coach to coach a Moot Court or Mock Trial competition team in the 2026-2027 academic year. All competitions will likely be in person.
Responsibilities
- Coaching Moot Court or Mock Trial teams
- Guiding and mentoring law students
- Facilitating regular practices
- Traveling with the teams as required
- Reimbursing travel expenses according to UNT System policies
Requirements
- J.D. degree
- Superb professional qualifications
- Commitment to UNT Dallas College of Law's goals and curricular method
- Reside in the DFW area
- Head coaches must have: Five or more years of practice experience; Substantial and extensive trial, appellate, or competition coach experience; or be approved by the Director of Advocacy Competitions
- Assistant coaches must have at least one or more years of practice experience
Qualifications
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Ability to build relationships and demonstrate empathy
- Strategic planning and case preparation skills
- Deep subject knowledge and legal/policy understanding
- Experience coaching advocacy competition teams or competing at a high level (preferred)
Skills and Abilities
- Effective communication and feedback
- Building rapport and demonstrating empathy
- Strategic planning and decision-making
- Legal/policy understanding for debate/mock trial
- Empowering individuals to find their voice, navigate systems, and develop self-advocacy skills
Benefits
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Pay
$1,500 for each competition, no more than one competition per term.
Schedule
As required to meet the academic and competition schedule.
Physical Requirements
- Communicating with others to exchange information
- Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
As required to meet the academic and competition schedule.
Driving University Vehicle
No
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
EEO Statement
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