Director of the Academic Excel

Oregon Law's Academic Excellence Program is dedicated to supporting every JD student's academic achievement from matriculation through graduation by teaching students to be effective learners and helping them to develop critical thinking and analytical skills. The Director of the Program oversees and provides academic support, with an emphasis on helping 1L students to transition to law school and on assisting 3L students in their preparation for the bar. The position will be responsible for continuing to evaluate and build the Academic Excellence Program. The position requires a passion for working with and mentoring students, excellent communication and leadership skills, organizational prowess, initiative, and self-motivation. Considerable judgment and tact are required in handling many diverse students, donors, alumni, distinguished guests, and faculty members to coordinate the smooth execution of the program's mission and goals. The Director holds a 1.0 FTE, 12-month, fixed-term, career non-tenure-track position that reports to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Minimum Requirements JD from an ABA-accredited law school. Record of academic excellence. Must have attained a license to practice law (need not be current). Professional Competencies Ability to build rapport with students in individual counseling situations and maintain student and student record confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to 1) work effectively with students, staff, and faculty from culturally diverse backgrounds and with multiple intersectional identities; and 2) advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the university community. Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully with a diverse group of clients, students, and faculty members. Ability to work effectively with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds, including students of color, international students, non-traditional students, returning learners, and to foster sensitivity to and competency regarding diverse issues in a university community. Strong organizational, administrative, and supervisory skills with proven ability to develop strategic plans and vision; set goals; strategize, prioritize, and meet deadlines. Proven or potential for teaching success