Dean of the David A. Clarke School of Law
hace 8 días
Washington
The University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law is seeking a dynamic and accomplished visionary leader to serve as the next permanent Dean of the law school. The next Dean will be an expert administrator, innovator, community builder, and demonstrated fundraiser and fiscal steward, with exemplary oral and written communications skills. The ideal candidate will be a respected member of the legal academy and profession with the ability to advance the HBCU identity of the law school. The next Dean will build on the law school's strengths to provide exceptional legal and professional educational experiences, recruit and develop outstanding personnel, and promote faculty-driven scholarly and creative endeavors to serve as the permanent Dean of the Law School. The next Dean will ideally demonstrate a commitment to the institution for at least five (5) years. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Leadership and Vision: The incoming Dean will develop and articulate a clear vision for defining the contemporary focus for the Law School's students, faculty, and staff within its mission-driven and statutory priorities. The Dean will have a keen understanding of changes facing the legal profession and legal education and be able to develop a future-oriented vision of the Law School's contribution to the shifting and evolving communityespecially as it relates to the District of Columbia., • Institutional Identity as a Historically Black Institution. The ideal candidate will lead the law school with a deep commitment to its identity and mission as an HBCU, centering excellence, equity, access, public service, and institutional legacy in legal education., • Fundraising and fiscal management. The Dean will develop a robust resource and infrastructure base that will allow the law school to achieve its goals which include: enhancing the reach and reputation of the school nationally, continuing to improve bar passage rates, enhancing clinical experiences and experiential learning opportunities to ensure job placement post-graduation; and secure resource to support the academic programs and facilities., • Academic Excellence and Faculty Management. The Dean will oversee the recruitment, retention and advancement of faculty and lecturers committed to advancing the law school's mission. The Dean will prioritize recruiting, supporting, and retaining renowned scholars and teachers, clinicians of distinction and promise and leaders in the legal field., • Community Building and Staff Support. The Dean will prioritize student, faculty, and staff well-being and connection and foster a collegial environment. The Dean will collaborate with staff to identify and address institutional priorities and needs and support professional development opportunities., • Technological Adaption and Innovation. The Dean will be committed to advancing the University and Law School Mission seeking to play a leadership role at the intersection of law and technology and its impact on underserved communities., • Interaction and Collaboration. Seeking partnerships, the Dean will collaborate with Fellow Deans and University Leaders to identify opportunities to better advance the David A. Clarke School of Law's services and support the District of Columbia Community. The Dean will collaborate with other schools and colleges, including historically Black colleges and institutions, with a particular focus on building interdisciplinary strengths., • Student Experience and Support. The Dean will serve as an advocate for a dynamic, diverse, and skilled student body and will address the distinct issues faced by students. The Dean will support the recruitment and education of students, including developing clinical programs and experiential learning opportunities. The Dean will establish relationships with public and private sector employers in a wide variety of practice areas to aid students as they navigate changes in the legal profession and recruitment processes., • External Engagement and Public Service. The Dean will build and maintain strong relationships and connections with alumni, fostering their involvement and support. The Dean will also strengthen connections with the local community, emphasize public service, and leverage the law school's location to deepen relationships with the local government and legal community., • Strategic Communications and Crisis Management. The Dean should have a keen awareness and skill in overseeing strategic communications for the law school that advances the law school's vision and mission. The Dean is a visible and skilled leader in crisis management for the organization. Minimum Requirements • Outstanding academic credentials, including a J.D., and a research record sufficient for appointment as a tenured full Professor and Distinguished Professor of Law. Candidates must possess at least seven years of teaching law or commensurate, upper-level legal education administrative role., • An understanding of and commitment to the unique role of historically Black institutions in providing educational opportunities and service to underserved communities., • A deep respect for the scholarly enterprise, a commitment to academic freedom, and an ability to articulate the value of legal education and higher education more generally. A deep understanding of the current and evolving landscape and trends in legal education, in the practice of law and in higher education., • Demonstrated fundraising success, including actual experiences with philanthropy, that support the ability to solicit and steward private donations., • Demonstrated experience in managing large, complex institutions, including effectuating organizational change, navigating crises and political dynamics, and collaborating across schools and departments and with external partners., • The ability to work cooperatively and effectively with partners across the University is important., • Excellent financial acumen, with the ability to raise funds, manage budgets, and manage financial pressures necessary to support the law school's programs and initiatives., • The ability to formulate, articulate, and implement an ambitious vision for the David A. Clarke School of Law and to persuade a wide range of audiences about the value of that vision., • A forward-looking growth mindset that embraces innovation alongside the ability to guide the David A. Clarke School of Law through change and navigate challenges and opportunities., • Exceptional interpersonal skills, including excellent listening skills, high emotional intelligence, and diplomacy., • Excellent communication skills, including connecting with various audiences orally and in writing., • Demonstrated experience with navigating conflict, making tough decisions, valuing feedback, and saying no at the same time operating from a "working towards yes" mindset., • A commitment to shared faculty governance and a collaborative and inclusive environment., • The ability to work effectively across lines of difference., • The ability to serve as a highly engaged, visible, and inspiring community leader and to build strong relationships with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the broader David A. Clarke School of Law Community., • The ability to work cooperatively and effectively with partners across and outside the University. Information to Applicant Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is not part of the collective bargaining unit. Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA). Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business, or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action. Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application. Visa Sponsorship: At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This position is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT). Residency Preference: A person applying for a position who is a bona fide District resident at the time of application for the position, may be awarded a 10-point residency preference over non-District applicants, unless the person declines the preference points. If selected, the person shall be required to present no less than 8 proofs of bona fide District residency on or before the effective date of the appointment and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of the appointment. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the 7-year period will result in forfeiture of employment. Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify