Assistant Dean, LAW Student Affairs - School of Law

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Description:

Emory Law welcomes qualified candidates to apply for the position of Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. This senior-level staff position has oversight of and directly performs duties related to the student experience and, ultimately, student success at the school. In collaboration with the staff assistant deans for Career Services and Admissions & Financial Aid, this position ensures seamless support for student experience.  

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Assistant Dean of Student Affairs (School of Law) serves as the school's chief student engagement officer and has responsibility for development and execution of policies for student success in every program consistent with the law school’s strategic goals.
• Provides direct oversight of staff and departments delivering services to students including, but not limited to, academic advising, accommodations, practice societies, pro bono efforts, public service, registrar, student conduct, student life, student organizations, students of concern, study abroad, wellness, and Title IX.
• Plans, coordinates, and delivers various programming and services including 1L Orientation and Graduation.
• Develops and implements policies and processes that meet the needs of a diverse, high-achieving law student body.
• Serves as a member of school leadership in setting and implementing practices in furtherance of the strategic plan.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with ABA, SACSCOC, University, federal and state policies and regulations.
• Serve on Law School and University committees as appropriate.
• Manages the conduct process for the school.
• Serves as the Title IX Deputy Coordinator for the school and act as a liaison to the university Title IX office.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor or master’s degree in an education-related field
• Five years of law school experience, including supervisory experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong preference for experience in two or more of the following areas: academic advising, accommodations, pro bono efforts, registrar, student life, or Title IX.
• Strong preference for Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school

To Apply:

• Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled with a first review mid-May.
• First - round interviews occur in late May.
• Final in-person interviews occur in early June.
• The position will ideally start in July.
• Cover Letter
• We acknowledge that it takes time to complete a cover letter. We use the cover letter in our hiring process to evaluate communication skills. 
• While a cover letter is not required to apply, providing a cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications as well as why you are interested in working at Emory Law will enable us to assess your qualifications and suitability more efficiently and effectively for this position.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details:

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

 

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