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Assistant Director Position at Touro

Assistant Director Position at Touro Law Center

Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center seeks applicants for a position as an Assistant Director of Academic Development.  This position assists the Director of Academic Development in all aspects of Touro’s Academic Development programs including: recruiting, training, and supervising teaching assistants; working with students on an individual basis; coordinating and providing skills training workshops; developing appropriate student learning materials; coordinating and teaching in Touro’s bar-preparation programs; and implementing new services relevant to enhancing our law students’ academic experience.  This position is a 10-month position and reports to the Director of Academic Development.  Specific duties and responsibilities include:

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Primary responsibility for the administrative duties associated with the 1L Teaching Assistant ("TA") Program with shared monitoring and training responsibilities; the administrative tasks include: identifying and selecting TAs, scheduling TA sessions, monitoring TA and student attendance, reviewing weekly TA status reports, and maintaining and disseminating TA materials.

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Providing individual counseling and tutoring for students with regard to study habits, skills, time management, outlining, exam preparation, etc.;

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Teaching a section of Touro’s bar preparation seminar course;

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             In conjunction with the Director of Academic Development, share in the creation, maintenance, and distribution of teaching materials which includes the further development and maintenance of the ASP website; and

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             One-on-one tutoring in Touro’s summer bar prep program (separate summer stipend for summer tutoring).

               

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree with a record of high academic achievement from an ABA-accredited law school for this full-time position.  The ideal candidate should possess excellent writing, speaking, and organizational skills as well as a commitment to academic support.  A teaching background is preferred but not required.  Experience in academic support, whether at the college or law school level, is preferred.  Evening and some weekend work is required.  Salary is $60,00 and includes benefits.  Research stipends will also be available for articles to be written that are relevant to academic development.  Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and writing sample by December 1, 2009 to:

Professor Suzanne Darrow-Kleinhaus

Director of Academic Development

Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

225 Eastview Drive

Central Islip, NY 11722

No phone calls please. 

               

Director of ASP Position at Michigan State

Job Posting for Director of the Academic Success Program Position

Michigan State University College of Law invites applications for the position of Director of the Academic Success Program, with an anticipated starting date of July 1, 2010. This is a full-time position and, depending upon the applicant’s qualifications, the Director of ASP will be hired as a faculty or staff member.

The Director of the Academic Success Program will have primary responsibility for working with students to help them adjust to the academic demands of law school and to develop skills to reach their full academic potential for performance in law school, on the bar exam, and after graduation.  Responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing innovative academic support programs;
• Teaching workshops and/or classes for students who need academic support;
• Working with students in individual and small group sessions;
• Designing and assisting with the law school’s bar exam preparation classes, workshops, and events.

Applicants should have a J.D.; a solid academic record; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; the ability to work collaboratively with faculty; and excellent writing and speaking skills. Applicants should also be licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction. Experience in a law school academic support program or other relevant teaching experience (including experience as a teaching assistant during law school) and/or an advanced degree in education, psychology, or counseling is desirable. Law practice experience without teaching experience will generally not be sufficient.

Applications should be sent by email to Kathy Payne, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, at payneka@msu.edu.

Michigan State University is the nation’s premier land-grant university, established in 1855. More information about the Law College can be found at www.law.msu.edu.

MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications from and nominations of women, people of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

MSU and MSU COLLEGE OF LAW ARE AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS.

Assistant Director ASP Position at UNLV

POSITION TITILE:

The William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for the position of Assistant Director, Academic Success Program. The law school seeks a person who will be responsible for assisting the Director of the Academic Success Program in administering programs aimed at improving law students’ academic skills and ensuring success on the bar exam. 

PROFILE OF THE UNIVERSITY:

UNLV is a comprehensive research university of approximately 28,000 students and 3,100 faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, research, and service. The university has internationally recognized programs in hotel administration and creative writing; professional degrees in law, architecture, and dental medicine; and leading programs in fine arts, sciences and education. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in dynamic Southern Nevada.  For more information, visit us on-line at:   http://www.unlv.edu.

ROLE OF THE POSITION:

Reporting to the Director of the Academic Success Program and the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, responsibilities include counseling students in order to assist students with their legal studies, monitoring and training student mentors, assisting in curriculum development for the bar passage program, counseling current students and alumni on bar passage issues, and conducting seminars for the first year class. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

A competitive applicant for the Assistant Director of the Academic Success Program position must have excellent writing and editing skills, a strong ability to counsel and mentor students, superior public speaking skills, very strong grades and a Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved law school, and membership in a state’s bar.  Prior academic support experience (either professional or as part of a graduate or law school program) or teaching experience (i.e., legal writing or comparable teaching experience in writing and analytical skills training) is preferred.

SALARY RANGE:

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.  Position is contingent upon funding. 

APPLICATION DETAILS:

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The review of materials will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. Materials should be addressed to Professor Robert Correales, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu.  For assistance with UNLV’s on-line applicant portal, contact Jen Martens at (702) 895-2894 or hrsearch@unlv.edu.

UNLV is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer Committed to Achieving Excellence Through Diversity.

Hofstra University Law School Professor of Academic Support Position

Professor of Academic Support

Hofstra University School of Law

Hofstra University School of Law invites applications for the position of Professor of Academic Support. This is a full-time faculty position with a renewable contract potentially leading to a long-term renewable contracts. Academic support professors at Hofstra serve on faculty committees and vote in faculty meetings.

The Law School's Academic Support professors have primary responsibility for teaching and counseling students to help them make adjustments to the academic demands of law school and to develop skills to reach their full academic potential for performance in law school, on the bar exam, and after graduation. Responsibilities include —

(1) Teaching first-year and upper-level classes and workshops for students who need academic support;

(2) Assisting in planning and implementing first-year orientation programs;

(3) Working with students in individual and small group sessions;

(4) Identifying and assisting students who need additional academic support;

(5) Designing and implementing innovative academic support programs;

(6) Assisting with the law school's bar exam preparation programs and events.

Applicants must have the following: a J.D.; a strong academic record; a background demonstrating a potential for excellence in academic support; an understanding of developments in legal pedagogy; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the law school community; and excellent writing and speaking skills. The following are not required but would substantially enhance an application: experience in law school academic support programs or other relevant teaching experience (including experience as a teaching assistant during law school); and/or an advanced degree in education, psychology, counseling, or a related field. Law practice experience without teaching experience will generally not be sufficient. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Applications should be sent by email (not hard copy) to Professor Roy Simon at roy.simon@hofstra.edu. Please attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and writing sample. The subject line of your email should include the words "Academic Support."

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Director of ASP Position at University of Baltimore School of Law

Director of Academic Success Program

The Director of the Academic Success Program (Director) performs a variety of functions in the University of Baltimore School of Law’s Office of Academic Affairs to support the teaching and learning goals of the school. The Director will have a 12 month administrative appointment. The Director will divide his/her time between the administrative duties in the academic support program and teaching 1-2 classes per year in the J.D. program at the School of Law.  Depending upon experience, the appointment may be at the Associate or Assistant Dean level.

Responsibilities include:

• designing and implementing strategies to assist student learning, particularly high risk students;
• participating in individual and group academic advising for J.D. students;

designing and implementing strategies to assist students with preparation for the bar examination including working with members of the administration and faculty to evaluate curriculum and academic standards to maximize bar passage;

• along with other members of the administration, evaluating and creating reports on statistical data regarding students’ academic performance, course enrollment, entrance scores and bar passage results;
• hiring, training and supervising  student mentors  who provide academic support;
• support full time and adjunct faculty in developing as teachers;
• assisting in designing and implementing the academic component of the orientation programs;
• overseeing the institution’s policies for providing reasonable accommodation for students with disabilities to ensure compliance with the ADA and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

The Director may have other responsibilities as assigned from time to time by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

The Director reports to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and works closely with other constituencies within the law school, particularly the Director of Academic Services, the Coordinator of Academic Operations, the Directors of the Legal Writing Program, student mentors, members of the faculty, and student organizations.

Applicants must have a J.D. degree and strong academic credentials. The successful candidate must be able to work both collaboratively and independently and must have a creative approach to problem solving, with strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, and demonstrated success in collaborating within all levels of an institution. Preference will be given for experience in academic support, law school administration, law school teaching, and scholarship in the area of learning theory and academic support.

Positions will remain open until filled but applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to receive full consideration.  In keeping with its commitment to a diverse faculty, the law school welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages women and minorities to apply.   Contact Elizabeth J. Samuels, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee, The University of Baltimore School of Law, 1420 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-5779, esamuels@ubalt.edu.

Faculty Academic Support/Legal Writing Position at UNC-Chapel Hill

Faculty Position Announcement

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Law invites applications for a full-time faculty position beginning Fall 2010 in the area of Academic Support/Legal Writing. Beginning and experienced teachers will be considered. Scholarship in areas related to legal education and/or research and writing pedagogy is strongly encouraged, as is leadership in state and national professional associations. The successful candidate will receive a twelve-month, non-tenure-track clinical faculty appointment subject to long-term contract renewal. Candidates should have outstanding academic records, as well as experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching, leadership, administrative skills, and legal research and writing. Membership in the North Carolina State Bar, or the ability to attain membership by the Fall of 2010, is preferred.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications may be sent to Ms. Alice Girod by email at agirod@email.unc.edu or by mail to Ms. Alice Girod, UNC-CH School of Law, 160 Ridge Road, Campus Box #3380, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3380. Applications should include: a cover letter, a current curricum vitae, and contact information for 4 references. Confidential inquiries are welcome. Such inquiriers may be made to Professor Charles E. Daye, Faculty Appointments Committee Chair - by mail: UNC School of Law, 160 Ridge Road, Campus Box #3380, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3380; - by phone: 919-962-7004 or by email: cday@email.unc.edu or to Professor Ruth Ann McKinney, Assistant Dean for Legal Writing & Academic Success, at ramckinn@email.unc.edu. For more information about the UNC-CH School of Law, please visit our website: www.law.unc.edu .

Position in Legal Skills and Bar Prep at Stetson Law

Assistant Professor of Legal Skills and

Director, Bar Preparation Services

Stetson University College of Law is a leader in skills training. It strives to help students develop their full potential, both inside and outside the classroom. It has a dynamic and evolving Academic Success Program that offers group and individual instruction. We seek a passionate, talented individual to join us in a newly created faculty position devoted primarily to upper-level academic success, with an emphasis on bar exam services.

The successful candidate will work to enhance and coordinate various bar-preparation efforts, evaluate existing programs, and potentially develop new programs and initiatives. Current efforts include internally designed programs, commercially sponsored programs, and individual tutoring. Our colleague will also play a leading role in developing the Student Performance Study, a longitudinal study that collects and analyzes variables associated with bar passage.

The individual selected will likely teach at least one course per semester; although the course package is flexible, the school has a need for a professor willing and able to teach topics tested on the Florida portion of the bar examination, such as State Constitutional Law, Florida Civil and Criminal Procedure, and Florida Torts.

As needed, the individual selected may also be asked to assist with first-year academic support programs, work with students on academic probation, work with international LL.M. students — particularly those who plan to sit for a bar examination in the U.S. — and assist with other aspects of Stetson’s Academic Success Program. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Academic Success, the Associate Dean of Academics, and other members of the faculty and senior staff.

The individual would be expected to work with day and evening students on Stetson’s beautiful campuses in Gulfport/St. Petersburg and downtown Tampa.

Candidates must hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, be licensed and in good standing to practice law, and have or be willing to obtain a Florida Bar license within one year of hire. Although prior experience with bar exam instruction or high-stakes testing is not required, it is a plus. Previous practice experience and teaching experience — especially in the area of academic support — are strongly desired. Experience with counseling, outcomes assessment, statistics, English as a Second Language, and/or disability services would be highly valued. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are required.

This position is a full-time faculty position on the programmatic tenure track. The position requires an interest in teaching, scholarship, and service to the College of Law. Title and advance standing on the programmatic tenure track may be negotiated based on past full-time teaching experience at an ABA-accredited law school.

If you are interested in applying, please submit a current curriculum vitae, a professional writing sample, and the names and contact information for at least three professional references to Professor Roberta Kemp Flowers, Co-Chair, Appointments Committee, 1401 61st Street South, Gulfport, FL 33707; flowers@law.stetson.edu. We are interested in interviewing candidates at the AALS Faculty Recruitment Conference in November. We will consider and interview candidates on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Resume review will begin immediately.

Job at CharlotteLaw

Director of the CharlotteLaw Program for Academic Success (CPAS)

The Charlotte School of Law invites applicants for the position of Director of the CharlotteLaw Program for Academic Success (“CPAS”). This is a non-faculty full-time administrative position starting August 1, 2009, at a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The CPAS Director reports directly to the Associate Dean of Student Services and the Associate Dean of Academics.  The director will work with students seeking to improve academic performance or experiencing academic difficulty.  The Counselor performs other academic support functions essential to promoting students’ success in law school and to the success growth and of the institution. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

·         Hiring, training, and supervising CharlotteLaw Program for Academic Success (CPAS) staff and managing the general operations of the CPAS program including the budget, short and long-term goals and strategies, coordination of offerings within the program and with departments within the law school

·         Designing and implementing strategies to assist all students, particularly high risk students, students in academic difficulty, and those for whom English is a second language

·         Establishing and monitoring department metrics

·         In collaboration with InfiLaw Consortium Best Practice Groups, assessing the effectiveness of the existing CPAS program and recommending improvements

·         In collaboration with other members of the administration, evaluating and creating reports on statistical data regarding students’ academic performance, utilizing entrance data and bar passage results

·         Providing individual tutoring and counseling as well as leading group study sessions and Teaching Assistant training workshops

• ·         Collaborate with the CharlotteLaw Director of Teaching Excellence
• ·         Assist and facilitate the bar exam preparation program and bar-exam related events
• ·         Designing and implementing the academic component of the orientation programs

 

• Required Qualifications:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    The Director must be a licensed attorney with one to three years of legal experience.
• ·                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Have at least two years prior academic support experience (either professional or as part of a graduate or law school program) or teaching experience (i.e., legal writing or comparable teaching experience in writing and analytical skills training).
• ·                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Possess the ability to think creatively and critically about the goals of academic support in legal education and to design and present programs to meet those goals.
• ·                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Possess the ability to counsel, advise and instruct individual students from diverse backgrounds. 
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• ·                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Possess a genuine interest in and ability to work closely with faculty, staff and students to enhance program effectiveness is required.
• ·                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        A solid academic record.
• ·                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• ·                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        The Director must possess a minimum of 2 years relevant experience with an existing law school’s academic support program.

Certifications/Licensures:

Licensed by a State Bar Association.

Salary:

Salary is dependent on qualifications.  Full benefits package. 

For more information about Charlotte School of Law, please visit  http://www.charlottelaw.org

 Application Deadline: Monday, September 7, 2009.

To Apply:

Please send a letter of interest, a resume, and the names of three current professional references (including addresses and phone numbers) to humanresources@charlottelaw.edu or via mail to: 

Charlotte School of Law--Human Resources

2145 Suttle Ave

Charlotte, NC 28208

Charlotte School of Law is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Inquiries welcome from qualified candidates.

Asst. Dean of Academic Support and Student Life: Campbell Law School

Campbell University School of Law will be looking for an Assistant Dean in the areas of academic support and student life.  Some academic support duties included in this position are consultations with probationary students, providing leadership and guidance to a group of student teaching scholars as they assist the first year class, conducting study seminars for first year students, conducting review sessions for upperclass students, handling testing accommodations under the ADA, as well as any other duties assigned by the Dean.  The Assistant Dean will also serve the needs of students inside and outside the classroom, and provide services and information to students navigating the complex realities of law school life.  Also, this September, the school is moving to a new location in downtown  Raleigh,NC.

If you know of anyone interested please have them submit a resume to Vice Dean Keith Faulkner at faulkner@law.campbell.edu by August 15^th, 2009.

CAREER AND JUDICIAL CLERKSHIP ADVISOR: Iowa Law

CAREER AND JUDICIAL CLERKSHIP ADVISOR

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA COLLEGE OF LAW

 

The University of Iowa College of Law invites applications for the position of Career and Judicial Clerkship Advisor. This is a full-time administrative staff appointment starting September 15, 2009 or earlier.  The salary will range from $44,037 to $87,480.

 

The College of Law is a welcoming professional community located in a vibrant university city. The Career and Judicial Clerkship Advisor will work with other professionals in the Office of Career Services to help students and alumni throughout their careers. 

 

The primary responsibilities for this position include: counseling J.D. and LL.M. students on job search strategies and career development; reviewing and critiquing resumes, cover letters and other job application materials; conducting mock interviews; organizing and conducting workshops on career-related subjects, particularly with respect to programs related to judicial externships and clerkships; developing job search strategies using web-based networking resources, and serving as the primary advisor for students and alumni interested in judicial clerkships. As part of the Career Services team, the advisor will also contribute ideas for on-campus interview programming and assist with career-development programs organized by other members of the Career Services team.

 

Inquiries about the position may be directed to Associate Dean Carin Crain at 319-335-9648 or carin-crain@uiowa.edu.

 

Required Education

 

·          A bachelor’s degree and a juris doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school.

 

Required Certification

            Admission to a state bar.

 

Required Qualifications

·          Minimum of 3-years post-J.D. legal work experience,

·          Judicial Clerkship of at least one year’s duration,

·          Excellent written and oral communication skills,

·          Detail orientation,

·          Ability to work effectively with colleagues,

·          Ability to counsel and advise individuals from diverse backgrounds, and

·          Genuine interest in helping students explore career options and guiding them through the job search process.

 

Desirable Qualifications

·          Legal practice experience, and

·          Appellate or Federal District Court Clerkship of at least one-year’s duration.

 

To apply, visit http://jobs.uiowa.edu and refer to requisition #56976.  Review of applications

will begin upon receipt, and continue until the position is filled. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

 

Job: Assistant Director for Academic Assistance and Student Counseling

Assistant Director for Academic Assistance and Student Counseling  

Job Title: Assistant Director
Department:  Academic Assistance and Student Counseling
Reports To: Assistant Dean of Academic Assistance and Student Counseling 
FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY
Responsibility for academic counseling and directing academic, wellness, and service programs of the law school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assists the Assistant Dean with formulating, developing, and implementing student policies.

Provides academic counseling to students and lay counseling to students on personal issues impacting their academic performance.

Plans and conducts academic, wellness, and community outreach programs for students and the law school.

Coordinates all aspects of the Academic Assistance Program including: Langdell Scholar Program, Academic Success Program, Study Skills Program, and Individual Counseling Program.

Implements the Langdell Scholar Program including: the hiring, training, and supervising of qualified scholars; designing and overseeing the registration process for student participants, addressing issues presented by student participants, and overseeing the retention and reporting of program data.

Responsible for annual analysis and summary of major programming areas.

Monitoring of student workers and contract employees.

Advises student organizations within the department's purview.

Assists the Assistant Dean with accommodating students with disabilities and monitoring misconduct cases to insure the disciplinary process is completed in conformity to college policies.

Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
One(1) staff employee

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The person must have a poised and professional image; strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively and efficiently with all visitors and students while projecting a positive image for the department and college. Strong accordance with the mission of higher education; Must be computer literate with proficiency in MS Word and Excel; HTML experience preferred; ability to learn new software programs as necessary. Must be highly organized. Must be and able to work in a fast paced environment with ability to multi-task while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Must be professional and confidential with all departmental data and correspondence. Must be able to interact effectively with students, faculty,and all other constituencies. Must have ability to meet deadlines. Ability to communicate and work with diverse individuals and interests. Good self starter with ability to work with little supervision and with a team. Flexible to the needs of the department and it's constituents. Professional demeanor.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Master's degree in higher education, counseling, education, or a law degree is required. One to three years of experience performing the essential duties is required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to perform basic math essentials

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must possess outstanding customer service attitude and have excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define routine problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to solve routine problems and/or deal with a variety of variables in situations, especially when department head may be out of office or unavailable. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

N\A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Occasional light to moderate lifting from floor level, at waist, and above shoulders required. Infrequent bending and stooping necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in order to accurately input data and proofread; distance vision in order to recognize and assist visitors to the department.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Fast paced, multi-tasking, non-smoking work environment. Must be able to work the general business schedule of the College (9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) plus occasional evenings and weekends to attend functions as necessary. (Per semester: up to approximately 6 Saturdays for 3 hours each)

Associate Director Position at Pace

Pace University School of Law seeks applicants for the position of Associate Director of Academic Support Program to begin August 1, 2009. This position presents a wonderful opportunity for someone who wants to become a member of a vibrant law school community with a commitment to Opportunitas. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Minimum requirements are a J.D.; law firm or similar experience; excellent writing and speaking skills; membership in at least one bar and a genuine desire to work closely with students and faculty. Prior academic support experience, teaching experience (e.g., legal writing, Dean’s Scholars or equivalent), membership on law review or moot court and counseling skills are preferred.

The successful candidate will report to the Director of Academic Support and will assist in designing and implementing all aspects of Pace's well established Academic Support Program including: teaching our second and third year Advanced Analytical Skills courses; first year skills workshops; participation in first and second year orientation programs; providing individual writing assistance and counseling; implementing Bar Exam related efforts; assisting the Director in data collection, reports to faculty and administration and development and implementation of new services to enhance our students’ academic performance. The Associate Director will work very closely with the Director of Academic Support in providing all program services to our students.

To apply for this position, please provide a resume, writing sample, and 3 references to:

Jeffrey Miller, Vice Dean for Academic Affairs

Pace Law School

78 North Broadway

White Plains, NY 10603

jmiller@law.pace.edu

ASP Opening at U Arkansas Little Rock

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Bowen School of Law

Assistant Dean for Academic Support and Student Services

The UALR Bowen School of Law is seeking an Assistant Dean for Academic Support and Student Services to plan, implement, manage and coordinate programs to help law students succeed in law school and on the bar examination. The ideal candidate will be an energetic and knowledgeable professional exhibiting a high degree of organizational skills, sensitivity and integrity.

The UALR Bowen School of Law, established in 1975, has approximately 440 full and part-time students and boasts innovative academic partnerships with UAMS, the Clinton School for Public Service, and the Boozman College of Public Health. The school’s alumni include federal and state judges, elected officials, business leaders, corporate counsel, partners of major law firms, and dedicated public servants. The school, located next to MacArthur Park, enjoys strong support from its students, alumni, and the legal community.

The Assistant Dean for Academic Support and Student Services reports to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. A J.D. from an accredited law school is required. A teaching background and some experience in higher education is desirable but not necessary

The Bowen School of Law is part of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR), a dynamic metropolitan university with a student population of over 11,000 full and part-time students. UALR puts its students, faculty and staff in close contact with the state=s most influential leaders in government, business, industry, medicine and information technology.

To apply, submit a letter of application (reference req#686), resume and references to: John DiPippa, Dean, Bowen School of Law, 1201 McMath Avenue, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202. Electronic submissions are preferred; e-mail jmdipippa@ualr.edu with req#686 in the subject line or fax to 501.324.9433. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information visit http://ualr.edu  or http://www.law.ualr.edu  

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.

ASP position at FAMU

FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW

Director, Academic Success and Bar Preparation

QUALIFICATIONS: Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school, bar admission, demonstrated skill in legal research, writing and oral communication, and the ability to work collaboratively. Excellent academic background and sound organizational administrative and interpersonal skills and experience in academic support program or comparable work experience is required. PREFER: Preference will be given to applicants with ability design and administer an academic support program to enhance the learning and study skills of all law students. Individual in this position will implement, direct, and coordinate law school efforts to enhance overall academic performance.

Application Information

TITLE: Faculty Administrator (Director, Academic Success and Bar Preparation)
POSITION NUMBER: 19339 (Faculty)
LOCATION: College of Law (Orlando)
SALARY: Negotiable
FTE: 1.00
CONTRACT PERIOD: 12 Months
DEADLINE DATE: 05/21/09

Postal Address:	Human Resources Florida A&M University 211 Foote-Hilyer Administration Center Tallahassee, FL 32307
Phone:	850-599-3611
Fax:	850-561-2080
Online App. Form:	http://www.famu.edu/index.cfm?a=employment&p=HowToApply

PLEASE SEND A COPY OF YOUR COVER LETTER AND APPLICATION TO:

Markita D. Cooper

Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

Florida A&M University College of Law

201 Beggs Avenue

Orlando, FL 32801

ASP Director at UK

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

University of Kentucky College of Law Academic Success and Legal Writing Specialist

SM526301

 

            The University of Kentucky College of Law seeks an Academic Success Program Director who will be primarily responsible for implementing the Legal Education Access Program (LEAP), a program that includes a variety of efforts designed to encourage students from economically disadvantaged rural and urban communities to attend law school and ultimately return to their communities to encourage others to attend law school.  Part of LEAP includes the Ambassadors of the Law program in which students travel throughout Kentucky visiting colleges and high schools to enhance understanding about legal education possibilities.  Because LEAP includes an intense legal writing component for the ASP participants, the position includes responsibilities of an Assistant Director of Legal Writing and the various academic support efforts involved in that program. 

            The ASP Director will be responsible for program operation, development, and evaluation.  S/he will plan the schedule of classes and other events; coordinate participant recruitment, application and selection processes; select and oversee ASP student mentors; and ensure the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of all program records and databases.  The ASP Director will be responsible for program enhancement and development, including all programmatic assessment and revision, design and innovation initiatives, grant writing and other efforts to obtain additional resources for the program, its participants, and/or its activities.

Minimum qualifications are Juris Doctor and four years of related experience and a current Bar license from any state that will allow you to practice law.

To apply for job # SM526301, submit a UK Online Application at www.uky.edu/ukjobs.

If you have any questions, contact HR/Employment, phone (859) 257-9555 press 2, or email ukjobs@email.uky.edu. Application deadline is May 25, 2009.

            Founded in 1865 as a land-grant institution adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the Bluegrass region of Kentucky. Recently ranked as one of the safest, most creative, and the brainiest cities in the nation, Lexington is an ideal location to experience the work-life balance that the University strives to provide to its employees. See for yourself what makes UK one great place to work.

The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from minorities and women.

ASP Assistant Director Position at Vermont

I am re-posting the information on the Vermont position per today's e-mail that came out.  (Amy Jarmon)

The Assistant Director of Academic Success assists the Director by developing and executing classes, workshops and other initiatives to improve the academic skills of first year students as necessary to be successful in their legal studies.

Duties and Responsibilities

This position involves the following duties:

Responsibility for all administrative duties associated with first year student programming, including but not limited to curriculum design and implementation of first year skills-based course to be offered annually.

Design and implementation of workshop series and informational resources for all first year students.

In conjunction with the director of ASP, the ASP Program Coordinator and the Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs, to assist with the research, coordination and implementation of approved reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities, including the use of assistive technology.

Provide individual counseling and tutoring for students with regard to study habits, skills, tools for improvement, time management, outlining, exam preparation, etc.

Assist the Director in planning, implementing, and designing academic support programs for all students at VLS.

Assist in design and implementation of pre-orientation and orientation activities for incoming students.

In conjunction with the Director, work to increase awareness of ASP services including the development of a newsletter; provide support to doctrinal faculty in utilizing those services.

In conjunction with the Director, coordinate activities of student mentors and assist in mentor selection, training and support.

Education, Skills, and Experience

Position Requirements/Qualifications:

BA, JD, Licensed to practice law

Training and/or Experience:
Experience in higher education administration and/or teaching
Experience in actual practice of law
Training in learning theories
Experience in multi-cultural setting and/or with diverse student body

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Knowledge of legal theories
Knowledge of legal analytical and writing skills
Strong interpersonal communications skills
Knowledge of ADA, FERPA

If you are interested, please forward a resume, two writing samples and references to:

Diane R Hayes

Director, Human Resources

Vermont Law School

Chelsea Street

South Royalton, VT 05068

ph#802-831-1308

fax#802-831-1212

This position will remain open until filled.

Director of Academic Success Position at Mercer University

The job posting for this Director of Academic Success Programs position can be found at the following link on the Mercer University web site: ASP Job Posting at Mercer University.   

Bar Exam Coordinator Position at La Verne

*THE UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE, COLLEGE OF LAW

invites applications for the position of Bar Exam Coordinator beginning in the 2009-2010 academic year. This is a full time, non-tenured contract position reporting to the Associate Dean. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing a program to assist students with bar examination preparations. The duties include teaching a bar preparation course for students in their final year of law school, conducting various bar preparation workshops, tutoring graduates preparing for the bar examination, and assessing the success of the program. Candidates must be graduates of an ABA approved law school and admitted to practice in at least one jurisdiction by examination. Individuals with experience in bar preparation instruction and/or academic support are encouraged to apply. The hiring range for this position is dependent upon qualifications and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition program and a generous 10% contribution to the university’s 403B retirement plan. To apply, please send a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy and goals, to Associate Dean Juanda Lowder Daniel, University of La Verne College of Law, 320 East D Street, Ontario, California 91764. Alternatively, you may submit your application materials via email to danielj@ulv.edu.

Director of Academic Success Programs Southern New England

Southern New England School of Law seeks applications for  Director of Academic Support, a full time administrative position. Salary commensurate with qualifications.  Southern New England has full-time, part-time and evening-weekend programs to serve its enrollment which is composed of over 30% minority students. Send letter of application and resume directly to Dean Robert Ward, rward@snesl.edu, at Southern New England School of Law, 333 Faunce Corner Road, North Dartmouth, MA, 02747; 508 998 9600, ext. 149.

Academic Development Job at Santa Clara University

Co-Director of Academic Development

Santa Clara University School of Law

2009-2010 Academic Year

The Co-Director of Academic Development works closely with a fellow Co-Director and the Assistant Dean for Academic & Professional Development ("APD") to address the academic success of Santa Clara University Law School’s students from orientation through bar passage. These three faculty members, along with the Director of Externships and Professional Development and a Program Coordinator, make up the school’s APD Department.

The Co-Director will teach the equivalent of at least two credit-bearing skills courses targeting first and/or second year students in academic difficulty, ordinarily one class of 20-30 students each semester. Co-Directors also administer the selection and registration of students in these courses, and the hiring, training, and supervision of upper division students and adjuncts.

In addition, the Co-Director will perform the equivalent of two additional courses of instruction in the form of: intensive one-on-one academic tutoring and advising of at-risk students, contributions to the design and teaching of large-scale skills workshops and programs aimed class-wide from orientation through the first year and on through Bar passage, and participation in miscellaneous university programming and professional conferences.

Finally, the Co-Director must work closely with the APD team, as well as with doctrinal and legal writing faculty to design, coordinate, implement, evaluate, and improve the supplemental academic skills curriculum. In addition to long-term vision, the Co-Director must embrace day-to-day administration. These duties include, but are not limited to, organization and management of student eligibility determinations, course enrollments, practice examinations, individual and mass feedback, and collection, management, and analysis of sensitive student performance data.

Qualifications:

* J.D. and a state bar admission.

* Prior teaching and/or academic support experience desirable.

* Experience in program management desirable.

* Ability to excel in teaching, counseling, and advising students from diverse backgrounds.

* Ability to think imaginatively, critically, and collaboratively about how to measurably improve student academic development.

This position is a full-time, non-tenure track, non-voting lecturer position, with the possibility of multiple-year contract renewals. Summer service in residence is required, with supplemental compensation provided for the summer term. Professional development is supported, and scholarship is welcome but not required.

Santa Clara University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from women, persons of color, and members of historically underrepresented groups. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with a disability.

Submit cover letter and resume to:

Assistant Dean Marina Hsieh

Academic & Professional Development

Santa Clara University School of Law

500 El Camino Real

Santa Clara, CA 95053-0448

mhsieh@scu.edu

408-554-2764