UMass Law is committed to graduating justice-centered lawyers prepared to practice responsibly and creatively. The School already has a well-developed skills and practice curriculum, including three semesters of Legal Skills and two required upper division practice courses, including a vibrant internship/externship program and a number of different practicum and coordinated placement options. The position of Associate Dean for Academics at the School of Law, under the Dean and in cooperation with the faculty, is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Law School’s academic program. The Associate Dean will work collaboratively with a faculty receptive to innovation and eager to build a program that fits the Law School’s mission which is to provide access to legal education and to graduate justice-centered lawyers prepared for the profession. The Associate Dean will also play an integral role in articulating the vision and implementing change. The Associate Dean works closely with the Associate Dean for Administration and Finance on budget matters and resource allocation and with the Assistant Dean for Student Engagement and Professional Development to integrate and leverage co-curricular opportunities that prepare students for the profession. For the complete position description please go to www.umassd.edu/hr.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Juris Doctorate, licensed in any jurisdiction
EXPERIENCE: Tenured law faculty member who has a minimum of 5 years administrative experience and a minimum of 3 years of practice, and possesses credentials warranting appointment as a tenured Professor.
OTHER: Weekend and evening hours required, as well as some travel. Must have a broad understanding of professional, adult education and of multi-constituency, diversity and inclusiveness; as well as a working knowledge of law school budget development and oversight. Must have a well-established scholarship record and agenda.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Significant (minimum of ten years) experience with and ability to relate to a diverse community.
Strong leadership, program planning and organizational skills.
Demonstrated problem solving, conflict resolution, crisis management skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience as an Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and/or Director of Clinical Education or Academic Support.
Teaching experience in business and tax areas.
To apply please submit a letter of interest, current resume at www.umassd.edu/hr.
The review of applications will begin September 1 and continue until the position is filled. The Appointments Committee will be interviewing candidates at the AALS Recruitment Conference and on campus. If you will be at the conference on October 17-19, please note your availability.
The University of Massachusetts reserves the right to conduct background checks on potential employees.
UMass Dartmouth is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Title IX Employer.
The Faculty Appointments Committee will be interviewing candidates at the AALS Recruitment Conference, October 17-19, 2013. Please note your availability during that event.