Dean of Law jobs in Minneapolis, MN

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
  • University of Wisconsin- River Falls
  • River Falls, WI FULL_TIME

  • Posting Details

    Position Information

    UW - System Position Title
    Dean

    Business Title
    Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

    Major Department Code
    College of Arts and Sciences (J060200)

    Appointment Type
    Limited

    FLSA Status
    Exempt

    FTE (Percentage of Appointment)
    100

    Typical Working Schedule
    Typically Mon-Friday, 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with occasional travel.

    Hybrid or On Campus
    On Campus

    Position Summary
    The Dean is the chief academic and executive officer of the College of Arts and Sciences, which includes approximately thirty academic majors with additional sub majors, minors, pre-professional and certificate programs. The College also plays a key role in the General Education and University Requirements Program and high-school dual and early credit programs. The Dean is responsible for all instructional, research and continuing education programs of the College, including the substantial community and public service component that is crucial to the strength of the College and vital to the State of Wisconsin. This is a full-time, twelve-month appointment reporting to the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.

    Responsibilities
    The Dean represents the College to a wide range of campus, professional, and community constituencies.
    The Dean provides vision for the College and possesses the leadership, planning, coordination, and supervisory skills in matters related to all budget, personnel, programs, and services of a multidiscipline College and advises the Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs on these matters. The Dean’s responsibilities include:
    • Oversee and support the development of the College’s personnel, including hiring, retention, tenure, and promotion.
    • Encourage and support research, scholarly and creative activities of faculty, academic staff, and students, consistent with the mission of the University.
    • Provide support and guidance to the College’s existing domestic and international cooperative partnerships, and leadership in developing new ones.
    • Coordinate certification and accreditation activities related to the College’s academic departments and programs.
    • Collaborate with the College of Education, Business, and Allied Health and the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences to ensure courses in the College of Arts and Sciences meet requirements and/or accreditations for their programs. Support cross-college interdisciplinary programs.
    • Understand and oversee the College of Arts and Sciences budget and advocate for the budgetary needs of the college and its programs.
    • Work with student and alumni advisory boards to enhance programing.
    • Advocate for public funding of higher education in Wisconsin.

    Knowledge Skills and Abilities
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
    • Earned terminal degree (in one of the disciplines in the College) from an accredited institution
    • Holds faculty credentials necessary to be eligible for an appointment as a tenured professor in one of the College’s departments
    • Familiarity with, and ability to advocate for, all disciplines represented in the College
    • A record of administrative competence demonstrated through a minimum of 3 years prior experience as a dean, director, assistant/associate dean, academic department chair, or other comparable administrative position
    • Demonstrated commitment to the liberal arts
    • Demonstrated ability to develop strategies and budgets and implement those strategies for high impact
    • An understanding of and commitment to shared governance
    • Demonstrated ability to develop, support, and strongly advocate for diversity and inclusivity in all its forms
    • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement high-impact public and private partnerships including local, national, and international collaborations
    • Evidence of data-informed decision making and effective strategies to support enrollment and retention
    • Ability to nurture an environment that values excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service and where faculty (of all ranks and status), staff and students are valued and respected

    In addition, the Dean is expected to possess the following skills, abilities and attributes:
    • Ability to advocate for college/programs based on intrinsic value, make informed decisions, and clearly articulate the reasoning for those decisions, especially concerning matters of budgetary significance affecting programmatic offerings, within the framework of university priorities
    • Strong understanding of faculty and staff required job responsibilities and where job duties surpass the defined responsibilities concerning teaching, research and creative activities, and service
    • Ability to listen to and effectively communicate with colleagues and constituents at all levels
    • Ability to engage with administrators to actively shape, guide, and protect the priorities of the college while creating a shared vision with other colleges and the university
    • Cognizance of relevant trends and forecasts, and the publics’ views, needs, and expectations of public higher education
    • An effective communicator and proactive advocate for the University’s and College’s values in a way that engages the public’s views and understanding
    • Experience in developing and implementing successful transdisciplinary programs within or across colleges by fostering collaborations among internal and external stakeholders
    • Understanding and advocacy for college- and department-specific technology and equipment requirements, including a vision for the impact these have and will have on education
    • Ability to articulate and facilitate a long-term vision for the College within the context of the University’s mission, vision, and values
    • Familiarity with fund development activities and the ability to work with appropriate entities on campus in planning and facilitating such effort
    • An understanding of the opportunities and challenges regional public universities have in an increasingly competitive higher education landscape

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number
    AAF01004

    Number of Vacancies

    Desired Start Date
    07/01/2025

    Position End Date (if temporary)

    Open Date
    11/21/2024

    Closing Date

    Applicant Review Date
    01/15/2025

    Open Until Filled
    Yes

    Special Instructions to Applicants
    Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
    • Curriculum Vitae
    • Unofficial Transcripts
    • Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)


    Inquiries should be addressed to:

    Scott Mitchell
    Associate Professor and Search Chair
    scott.mitchell@uwrf.edu

    Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before January 14, 2024.
    Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:


    Legal Notices

    EEO/AA Statement
    UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

    Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

    Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
    The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

    Title IX Notice
    As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.

    Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
    The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.

    Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
    Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous UW System institution and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per UW System Administrative Policy 1275.

    Other Notices

    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents
    • Curriculum Vitae
    • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
    • Unofficial Transcripts
    Optional Documents

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Family Law Paralegal
  • Martine Law, PLLC
  • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
  • Do you want to help people find a better future? We are a family and criminal law firm that is on track for aggressive growth. We want to be known for helping clients come out of an extremely emotiona...
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Senior Family Law Attorney
  • Atticus Family Law, S. C.
  • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
  • At our firm, we understand that as a Senior Attorney, you’re looking for a role where your expertise is valued, and your contributions are recognized. We’ve structured this position to ensure that you...
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Assistant Dean of Students (Hybrid)
  • RemoteWorker US
  • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWhy NWHSU?When you join NWHSU you're not simply doing a job, you're making a difference. You'll see passion for our mission, our work, and our future growth opportunities...
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Dean of School Culture
  • Partnership Academy
  • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
  • Position: Dean of School Culture School: Partnership Academy Salary: Based on experience and education level attained $50,000-$70,000 Dates: 2024-2025 school year, Until filled STATUS: Full-time, 10.5...
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Law Clerk
  • Dakota County
  • Dakota, MN PART_TIME
  • POSTING TYPE: Open-competitiveDEPARTMENT: County AttorneyHOURS: Part-timeHOURLY SALARY: $24.00LOCATION: Judicial Center in Hastings and Northern Service Center in West St. PaulUNION: NoneCLOSE DATE: T...
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  • Dollar Tree
  • Shakopee, MN
  • Dollar Tree - 4140 DEAN LAKES BLVD [Retail Associate / Cashier / Team Member] As a Sales Floor Associate at Dollar Tree,...
  • 12/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Fall 2024 Residence Life Event Planner
  • St Olaf College
  • Northfield, MN
  • Job Description Job Title: Resident Life Event Planner Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt) Name and Address of...
  • 12/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Community Director, Brady Hall
  • University of St Thomas
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • OVERVIEW: The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Community Director position within th...
  • 12/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Dean of Students
  • University of St Thomas
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • OVERVIEW: The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Assistant Dean of Students position ...
  • 12/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Administrative Assistant III
  • Kentucky Community and Technical Colleges
  • Circle Pines, MN
  • Title: Administrative Assistant III Salary Range: $3162- $3793 Contract Term Length: 12 Months Standard Hours: 37.5 Work...
  • 12/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Director of Law Admissions
  • University of St Thomas
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • OVERVIEW: The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Assistant Director of Admissions pos...
  • 12/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Public Affairs Specialist
  • Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Summary This position is a Public Affairs Specialist, GS- 1035-11/12 working in Bloomington, Minnesota for the R3-Assist...
  • 12/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Public Affairs Specialist
  • Department Of The Interior
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Summary This position is a Public Affairs Specialist, GS- 1035-11/12 working in Bloomington, Minnesota for the R3-Assist...
  • 12/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Income Estimation for Dean of Law jobs
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