Assistant Dean For Students

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Assistant Dean For Students
The candidate will provide strategic leadership and oversight of student services provided at UW Law. Manage the first-year orientation program, transfer and visiting student onboarding, faculty mentor programs, and graduation. Interpret and ensure compliance with ABA Standards, the Law School’s Honor Code, the Code of Student Conduct, FERPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws. Provide support for reporting required by the ABA and US New & World Report. Facilitate the review and resolution of student complaints and issues. Collaborate with the Office of Student & Career Services on the development and implementation of strategic goals and programs to support academic advising, student organizations, and wellness. Partner with the Assistant Dean for Finance to develop an annual budget and operating plan that supports mission, strategic goals and core values of Dean for Students. Provide direction and collaborate with the law-school contract mental health professional leading the law school’s peer support program, making appropriate referrals as needed. Work with law school leaders to create an engaged, inclusive environment for students. Work as a liaison to other campus offices serving student needs to ensure the comprehensive administration of services and resources to law students. Serve on law school student affairs-related task forces, standing committees, and advisory groups, and participate in the ongoing development and evaluation of law school policies, services, and systems. Work with faculty and other administrators to identify and address problems arising within the student learning environments, social communities, or co-curricular activities. Work closely with individual students and student groups to cultivate and enhance the diversity, equity, and inclusion of the law school community. Address specific student concerns about bias and discrimination. Maintain a regular schedule of student appointments, providing individual counseling on a variety of student issues and concerns. Expand web-based academic advising resources. Develop a wide range of programs that enhance students’ academic experience. Develop resources and programs for academic support, including services to students whose performance indicates opportunity for improvement. Partner with graduate program administrators to foster collaborations and initiatives for LL.M., PhD. and M.J students. Oversee all student conduct, discipline, and grievance proceedings. Provide advice on character and fitness evaluations and issues related to bar qualification. Juris Doctor is required. Should have 7+ years of progressively responsible related work experience (for example, in higher education student services, counseling, student advisement, law or similar fields). Experience or degree in psychology, counseling, or a related field is desired. Familiarity with the administrative structure of a large university, facilitation and/or teaching experience is desired.

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