Dean Of The School Of Law

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
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Juris doctorate degree required
Full professor tenure record
Experience managing complex budgets
** The University of Arkansas is seeking a Dean for its School of Law, focusing on elevating the school's profile in legal education and public service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal scholarship, leadership, and strategic planning, and will be committed to student success and community engagement. **

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas School of Law seeks a transformative academic leader to serve as its next dean and elevate the school's national profile.
  • The successful candidate will provide overall leadership including strategic planning, budget management, fundraising, and fostering strong relationships with external stakeholders.
  • The position offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10%.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas is seeking a Dean for its School of Law, focusing on elevating the school's profile in legal education and public service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal scholarship, leadership, and strategic planning, and will be committed to student success and community engagement. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits include university contributions to health, dental, life, disability, tuition waivers, and 5-10% retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Juris Doctorate degree required
  • Full professor tenure record
  • Experience managing complex budgets
  • Major fundraising initiative experience
  • Strategic planning skills
  • Collaborative leadership approach

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Strong public service background
  • Experience with legal clinics
  • Community engagement motivation
  • Visionary academic leader
  • Transparency in decision making

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctorate from accredited law school
  • Record warranting full professor appointment with tenure
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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