Director, Tax Dispute Clinic

Position Information

Position Title

Director, Tax Dispute Clinic

Department/Unit

Schulich School of Law - General

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S196-25

Employee Group

DPMG

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

2 years

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Classification

ADM-08

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

As the first university-based common law school in the nation, the Schulich School of Law offers a unique and enlightened approach to legal education. Dalhousie's Pro Bono Tax Dispute Clinic will open in early 2026. The Clinic, operated by the Schulich School of Law, will provide low-income individuals and small businesses with access to legal advice, information, and representation in their disputes with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and before the Tax Court of Canada. Reporting to the Dean, the Director will provide legal advice and services to clients involved in disputes with CRA concerning audits, appeals, collection issues and other tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client intake and case management, representing clients in all stages of tax disputes, including court proceedings (in-person and virtual).
• Engage in community outreach and business development to build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partner organizations across the Maritimes.
• Collaborate with community organizations to deliver education and outreach programs on tax issues affecting low-income taxpayers.
• Mentor, supervise, and evaluate law students, providing guidance on legal research, client service, and community engagement projects.
• Oversee student research and clinic operations, ensuring effective service delivery and educational experiences within the clinical program.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Practicing member of the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society, or eligible for admission in a short time frame, with five to seven years' experience.
• Must have extensive experience in taxation law and litigation .
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal, communication, organizational, and advocacy skills.
• Experience in managing a firm and overseeing students and working with vulnerable populations.

Assets

• Demonstrated commitment to pro bono services.
• Supervisory or management experience.

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's core and leadership competencies, in particular:

• Self-Awareness & Professionalism
• Respect & Inclusion
• Thinking and Acting Strategically
• Relationship Building
• Resource & Process Management

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Date

10/21/2025

Close Date

11/12/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

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