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)
The Assistant Dean of Advancement within Catholic University’s Columbus School of Law serves as the chief advancement officer for the school, responsible for all activities related to identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of annual, major and planned gifts from alumni, friends, and institutions. The position collaborates closely with the central University Advancement team, which provides resources and strategic counsel, and uniform metrics to help drive results within the schools and across the University. The Assistant Dean also leads the collaborative effort in building alumni engagement and communicating the school’s mission, vision, and achievements to key donor, alumni, and additional external constituencies. The position reports dually to the Associate Vice President for University Advancement and the Dean of the Columbus School of Law. The Assistant Dean provides counsel to the Dean of the School and faculty on advancement matters, sets the philanthropic strategy annually, and helps to organize and set the school’s philanthropic priorities in order to maximize external support. The Assistant Dean will provide active supervision, training, and guidance to the Director/Senior Associate Director of Advancement, Director of Alumni Relations, Associate Director of Annual Giving and the Advancement Coordinator.
Bachelor's Degree required, with a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible development/advancement experience within a large, highly complex non-profit business environment. Higher Education experience is strongly preferred. Master's degree is preferred. Should have a demonstrated track record of developing and soliciting 7 and 8 figure gifts. Experience managing volunteer leadership groups for philanthropic purposes (board management). Must have experience with capital campaigns, especially soliciting and closing lead gifts, developing solicitation materials, case statements, etc. Must have managed administrative and/or fundraising professionals for a minimum of three (3) years.
The Assistant Dean must be a highly energetic professional with a track record of building relationships and closing gifts above $50,000. The successful candidate will possess the ability to work in an environment that puts a strong emphasis on metrics and success as well as the capability to work independently and as part of a team. He/she will have a demonstrated ability to take initiative and be a self-starter; manage projects; determine priorities and maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality. Excellent interpersonal and oral skills and demonstrated effective writing skills will be required as will strong organizational and analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. Candidates meeting the above requirements who also have the ability and willingness to travel; work occasional evenings and weekend hours are encouraged to apply.
Complete proficiency in the Google Suite of products: Google Mail, Google Docs, also with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge (alumni and donor database software) or similar systems preferred but not necessary. Excellent proofreading and editing skills; strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are essential; ability to prioritize work and follow general office procedures.
Ability to work independently, under deadlines, without close supervision; exercise self-direction in the initiation, coordination and completion of tasks; with acute attention to detail. Excellent relationship-building and volunteer engagement skills; ability to work effectively with internal and external constituencies, including individuals of significant influence and affluence.
Possession of current and valid U.S. driver’s license appropriate to the type of university vehicle and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Driving Record (MVR) as stipulated in the Vehicle Guidelines and Procedures Manual administered through the office of Environmental Health and Safety.