Dean of Law jobs in Mcallen, TX

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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DEAN OF STUDENTS
  • The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
  • Edinburg, TX FULL_TIME
  • Number of Vacancies
    1

    Location
    Edinburg, Texas

    Department
    Ofc Dean of Students

    FTE
    1.0

    FLSA
    Exempt

    Scope of Job
    Oversees the Office of Dean of Students and provides administrative oversight for Student Accessibility Services, the Center for Student Involvement, Spirit Programs, and Student Rights and Responsibilities. The Dean partners with administrators, faculty, and students to create rich learning opportunities that integrate academic experiences with life outside the classroom. Responsible for advancing a climate supportive of students from diverse backgrounds; designs, oversees and/or implements initiatives, programs and events that enhance student engagement, and aligns practices with the strategic direction of the institution.

    Description of Duties

    Oversees a seamless student experience of access and support which may include programming and services for student activities and organizations, conduct, accessibility, health and wellness, former foster youth, leadership, and community service, etc.

    Provides leadership and vision for the planning, organizing, coordinating, and assessment of student life initiatives, while achieving University goals and objectives. Establishes and implements short and long-range organizational goals, policies, and operating procedures.

    Monitors and evaluates programmatic and operational effectiveness and efficiency, and affects change required for continuous improvement.

    Develops programs and procedures that support a healthy and safe university community. Assists with university-wide crisis/emergency response and provides support to students and families in emergency situations. Responds pro-actively to student concerns and manages student crises effectively.

    Provides administrative oversight to the compliance aspects of Student Rights & Responsibilities, the Center for Student Involvement, Spirit Programs, and Student Accessibility Services to strengthen a culture that supports an engaged, accessible, safe, and respectful environment.

    Engages in continuous, effective, and seamless coordination among and between numerous University offices to achieve retention and student success goals.

    Develops, implements and asses educationally-purposeful support services and co-curricular programs that meet the varying needs of a diverse student population across multiple locations.

    Builds relationships with community members and organizations to more closely connect the student experience and activities with community resources, opportunities, and needs.

    Represents the University in the community on matters pertaining to student life.

    Manages resources, university assets, information, and budgets in compliance with federal/state regulations and university policies.

    Ensures that student success, which is at the core of UTRGV’s mission, is implemented in every aspect of the student life experience and that students perceive that experience as a smooth and coherent whole that is integrally tied to their academic experience.

    Performs other duties as assigned.

    Supervision Received
    General supervision from the assigned supervisor.

    Supervision Given
    Direct supervision of assigned staff.

    Required Education
    Master’s degree from an accredited university.

    Preferred Education
    Doctorate degree from an accredited university in related fields of study, such as Higher Education Administration, Counseling, College Student Personnel, Leadership and Policy

    Licenses/Certifications
    None.

    Required Experience
    Seven (7) years of related experience, including five (5) years in director-level role in a variety of student programs or related field. Strong background and relevant experience in directing programs related to student life, particularly working in collaboration with other Student Affairs units, Enrollment Management, and Academic Affairs.

    Preferred Experience
    A range of experience in student success initiatives, such as involvement in enrollment management, P-16, or academic success programming or leadership. Director level experience in Student Affairs role.

    Equipment
    Use of standard office equipment.

    Working Conditions
    Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment across the Rio Grande Valley.

    Other
    Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Commitment to a highly collaborative approach to program development and implementation. Strong data analytic and assessment skills and orientation. In-depth knowledge of best practices in student life and a strong understanding of current and emergent issues of relevance to students. An understanding and appreciation of the unique role of UTRGV as a significant Hispanic Serving Institution in promoting Hispanic student success. Demonstrated commitment to working with all constituencies including ethnically, culturally, and socially diverse students, staff, faculty, and community members. A thorough understanding of student development and learning theories and their application to student life programs and initiatives.

    Physical Capabilities
    N/A

    Employment Category
    Full-Time

    Minimum Salary
    Commensurate with Experience

    Posted Salary
    Commensurate with Experience

    Position Available Date
    04/08/2024

    Grant Funded Position
    No

    If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date

    Posting Detail Information

    EEO Statement
    It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

    Special Instructions to Applicants
    Dear Applicant,

    Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

    Date of Birth
    Gender
    • Ethnicity/Race
    Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

    If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.

    Additional Information

    UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

    All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

    Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
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Dean of Health Sciences
  • Laredo College
  • Laredo, TX FULL_TIME
  • Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the direction of the Provost/Vice-President for Academic Affairs, the Dean of Health Sciences provides leadership and coordination to the Health Sciences Div...
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Billing and Collections Specialist
  • TC LAW
  • Edinburg, TX FULL_TIME
  • Requires the ability learn the billing software and perform data entry. Additionally the ability to make phone calls and collect payments.
  • 6 Days Ago

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Family Law Attorney
  • Marble
  • Mission, TX FULL_TIME
  • Who we are: Marble, one of America’s fastest-growing law firms, is seeking an experienced family law attorney to co-counsel with us on cases. Marble offers co-counsels a steady stream of clients and o...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Associate_Administrative Law/Energy
  • Michael Page
  • Roma, TX FULL_TIME
  • contesto internazionaleclienti internazionaliIl nostro clienteLaw fim multi-practiceRuoloAffiancare il Partner sulle attività giudiziali e stragiudiziali in ambito amministrativo ed energy.Il candidat...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Family Law Attorney
  • Marble
  • Allen, TX FULL_TIME
  • Who we are: Marble, one of America’s fastest-growing law firms, is seeking an experienced family law attorney to co-counsel with us on cases. Marble offers co-counsels a steady stream of clients and o...
  • 14 Days Ago

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McAllen is the largest city in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States, and the 22nd-most populous city in Texas. It is located at the southern tip of the state in the Rio Grande Valley. The city limits extend south to the Rio Grande, across from the Mexican city of Reynosa, and McAllen is about 70 mi (110 km) west of the Gulf of Mexico. As of 2017, McAllen’s population was estimated to be 142,696. It is the fifth-most populous metropolitan area in the state of Texas, and the binational Reynosa–McAllen metropolitan area counts a population of nearly 1.52 million. From its settlement in 1904, the ...
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Mcallen, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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