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About the Role

Directs, coordinates, and provides academic leadership support to programs in the School of Law, serving as a key advisor to the Dean on academic matters.

Responsibilities

Serves as key advisor to the Dean on academic matters, including curriculum, faculty affairs, academic support, and educational outcomes.
Assists the Dean with faculty hiring and development.
Leads faculty training, development, and support in asynchronous learning formats and effective use of resources.
Advises academic staff members on problems relating to policy, program, and administration.
Manages School of Law input and involvement in State Bar of California accreditation-related activities and reports.
Collaborates and partners with Admissions, Enrollment Services, Graduate Advising, Career Center, Academic Affairs, Faculty Affairs and other departments related to academic performance and outcomes.
Addresses concerns brought forth by students, program directors, graduate advisors or representatives of other University departments.
Collaborates with other School of Law leaders and departments to assure effective educational outcomes, faculty development and enrichment, and efficiencies in academic processes.
Participates in University academic policymaking.
Assists the Dean on budgeting and cost control activities regarding academic programs.
Participates in program course scheduling to ensure efficiencies.
Supports faculty and staff in providing students with excellent learning experiences.
Partners with the Dean, program directors, and faculty on curriculum development and revisions.
Provides administrative support for academic changes that must go to CAS.
Evaluates financial reports and adjusts as needed to maintain budget discipline.
Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of academic activities within the School of Law.
Provides support and direction on University policies to Academic Program Directors, Department Chairs, and the adjunct faculty.
Directly supervises academic staff at the School of Law.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training faculty; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising faculty performance; interacting with faculty governance bodies; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles and practices of law school administration and/or higher education with demonstrated ability in education administration and faculty affairs and governance.
Asynchronous online learning experience and expertise sufficient to be able to train and develop the School of Law faculty in this educational modality is essential.
Ability to provide leadership for and oversight of the School of Law’s academic programs, in conjunction with the Dean and faculty leaders.
Ability to design, implement and evaluate systems to improve academic operations and outcomes.
Ability to select, develop, motivate, and evaluate assigned staff.
Ability to interpret and apply school and university policies and procedures.
Ability to monitor and maintain compliance with State Bar of California accreditation standards and necessary reporting.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and persuasively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish positive and professional relationships with all university and school constituents.
Legal education (J.D. preferred).
Four to ten years related administrative experience.
Extensive experience and expertise in asynchronous learning modalities required.
At least five years of service on a law school faculty.

Skills

Asynchronous online learning
Education administration
Faculty affairs
Faculty governance
Academic leadership
Curriculum development
Accreditation reporting
Budget management
Staff supervision
Policy interpretation
Communication (oral and written)
Relationship building

Location

San Francisco, CA

Work Type

Full-time
Flexible schedule
May require evening and weekend hours

Experience Level

4-10 years administrative experience
5+ years law school faculty experience

Education Level

Juris Doctor (J.D.) preferred

Salary/Compensations

$220,000.00 per year

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

About the Company

Golden Gate University is an equal employment opportunity employer.
We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all.

Equal Opportunity

University policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion/creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, and gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, taking a protected leave (e.g., family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws.
The University has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and to maintaining working and learning environments that reinforces these practices.
The University welcomes and encourages applications from all demographics.