Dean of Law jobs in Alabama

Dean of Law manages administrative functions of the college of law. Develops college strategic initiatives and participates in university long-term planning and policy setting. Being a Dean of Law leads college in fundraising and cultivating relationships with donors. Provides senior level administrative leadership in areas of curriculum development, institutional assessment and improvement, human resource, faculty development and performance appraisals, budget and finance, and facilities planning and management. Additionally, Dean of Law requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Typically reports to top management. The Dean of Law manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Dean of Law typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Vice Dean, School of Law - 521862
  • University of Alabama
  • Tuscaloosa, AL FULL_TIME
  • Vice Dean, School of Law - 521862
    • Alabama, United States
    • Law School
    • Faculty Administrative Positions
    • Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
    • Closing at: May 31 2024 at 22:55 CDT

    Department/Organization
    218131 - General Law Studies

    Rank
    Associate/Full Professor

    Position Summary
    The Vice Dean will act as the most senior administrator in the School of Law other than the Dean and will be responsible for advancing the School of Law's priorities and interests. In coordination with the Dean, the Vice Dean will assist with the operational management of the School of Law, including, but not limited to, strategic planning, curriculum, accreditation, student affairs, faculty affairs, alumni relations, human resources, finance and operations, and compliance. The Vice Dean will also serve as a member of the School of Law faculty.

    Detailed Position Information
    The Vice Dean will report to the Dean of the School of Law. The specific duties of the Vice Dean will be assigned by the Dean and may vary from time to time as the priorities of the School of Law change. The duties will include some, or all, of the following:

    - Advise and assist the Dean in establishing and addressing strategic goals and priorities for the School of Law.

    - Oversee assigned administrative subdivisions of the School of Law.

    - Act as the Dean's designee in meetings, conferences, and events on- and off-campus when the Dean cannot be present, including senior leadership interactions with faculty, key administrators, donors, and trustees.

    - Prepare or assist in the preparation of written documents such as accreditation reports and self-studies.

    - Teach law courses as assigned.

    - Serve on University and Law School committees.

    - Assist in faculty and administrative searches.

    - Manage ad hoc and ongoing tasks and initiatives.

    - Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Dean.

    This is a year-round (12 month) position. Salary, benefits, and research support will be nationally competitive. All applications are confidential to the extent permitted by state and federal law; the position will remain open until filled. Questions should be directed to Dean William Brewbaker, chair of the Vice Dean Hiring Committee, at facappts@law.ua.edu.

    Minimum Qualifications
    Possess a J.D., Ph.D., or other equivalent degree related to the study of law.
    Significant experience as a faculty member at an ABA-accredited school of law or other significant experience in higher education administration.

    Preferred Qualifications
    Demonstrated leadership ability.

    Instructions and Required Materials for Application
    Please submit resume/CV and letter of interest.

    About the Division/College/School
    If you are interested in joining an outstanding law school with a strong academic community, enviable student bar passage and employment rates, a low student-to-faculty ratio, and curricular offerings with breadth and depth, all within a supportive and diverse environment, then Alabama Law is the place for you.

    Alabama Law has long been an excellent place to seriously engage in both teaching and scholarship, and the academic community is taking notice. Members of our faculty are engaging a wide range of issues that are at the heart of debates over substantive and procedural law, public policy, historical understandings, and philosophical values. Their scholarship is published in leading university presses including Oxford, Harvard, Cambridge, Princeton, Yale, and NYU.

    Our faculty's academic engagement benefits our students, not only in the classroom but also as they enter the profession. Employment numbers for Alabama Law graduates nationwide continue to be a solid marker of the quality of our students and of the education they receive here. Recent data also indicate that Alabama Law is ranked among the top law schools for the percentage of graduates who secure federal judicial clerkships.

    At the heart of what makes Alabama Law a superb place are our people-faculty, staff, and students. Here, you will find an impressive, motivated, and diverse community of colleagues. You can see and hear their contributions, not only in classrooms and hallways, but in other venues across the nation.

    About the University
    The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state's flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus.

    A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. The University of Alabama has R1: Doctoral Universities - Very High Research Activity status by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and is among the top doctoral research universities in the United States.

    As the state's largest higher education institution, UA drives economic growth in Alabama and beyond.

    About Tuscaloosa
    Tuscaloosa is so much more than a college town.

    It's a vibrant community that's filled with legendary history. Located along the Black Warrior River, the city features a walkable downtown that's complete with live music, locally owned shops, outdoor spaces to explore and local restaurants to meet every palate. With a geography ranging from suburban to rural, the area offers a variety of housing options along with excellent public and private schools and a wealth of recreational and entertainment options.

    With a metro area population of 235,000, the Druid City lies about an hour southwest of Birmingham, in west-central Alabama. It's within a few hours' drive of Gulf Coast beaches and major cities like Nashville, New Orleans and Atlanta, making it a great base for growing better acquainted with the South's finest offerings.

    Background Investigation and EEO Statement
    Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

    The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

     

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Divorce & Family Law Attorney
  • Hazzard Law Firm
  • Birmingham, AL FULL_TIME
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Law Firm Receptionist
  • The Law Offices of Brenton C. McWilliams
  • Foley, AL FULL_TIME
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Sales Representative
  • Dean McCrary
  • Mobile, AL FULL_TIME
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Facilities Engineer Manager - Montgomery, AL
  • M.C. Dean
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • Facilities Engineer Manager - Montgomery, AL Location: Montgomery, AL Req. Number: 5036 DescriptionM.C. Dean is Building Intelligence™. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions...
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Communications Technician 1 - Huntsville, AL
  • M.C. Dean
  • Huntsville, AL FULL_TIME
  • Communications Technician 1 - Huntsville, AL Location: Huntsville, AL Req. Number: 5165 DescriptionM.C. Dean is Building Intelligence™. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions...
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Dean of Students
  • Uncommon Schools
  • Newark, NJ
  • Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing, public charter schools providing an outs...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Campus Dean of Faculty
  • Connecticut State Community College
  • Waterbury, CT
  • Details: Posted: February 1, 2024 Level: Management / Confidential (Mgr3) Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week Closing Da...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dean of Instruction
  • Aspire Public Schools
  • Modesto, CA
  • Description We are currently accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year in the Aspire Central Valley Region (Sac...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Dean, Alma del Mar Charter Schools
  • Charter Oak Recruitment
  • New Bedford, MA
  • About Alma Alma del Mar is a K-8 charter school whose mission is to put every one of our scholars on the path to college...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Dean, Undergraduate Programs
  • Northwood University
  • Midland, MI
  • Location : Midland, MI Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 03301 Division: Midland Campus Department: UG Academic Admin and ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dean of Library Services
  • Colorado Christian University
  • Littleton, CO
  • Description About the Job Colorado Christian University (CCU) seeks an outstanding leader who will serve as the Dean of ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Academic Dean Bilingual Mandarin
  • Novel Prep
  • Irvine, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Position: Academic Dean (Bilingual Mandarin) Responsibilities: Faculty Management and De...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dean of Nursing
  • Hartwick College
  • Oneonta, NY
  • Dean of Nursing Hartwick College, a private, residential liberal arts and sciences college located in the foothills of t...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Alabama (/ˌæləˈbæmə/) is a state in the southeastern region of the United States. It is bordered by Tennessee to the north, Georgia to the east, Florida and the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and Mississippi to the west. Alabama is the 30th largest by area and the 24th-most populous of the U.S. states. With a total of 1,500 miles (2,400 km) of inland waterways, Alabama has among the most of any state. Alabama is nicknamed the Yellowhammer State, after the state bird. Alabama is also known as the "Heart of Dixie" and the "Cotton State". The state tree is the longleaf pine, and the state flower is...
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$258,317 to $346,810

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