Associate Dean Graduate & International Law Programs - Law Office of the Dean

Location
ST. LOUIS, MO 63130Scheduled Hours
37.5

Position Summary
The Associate Dean for Graduate and International Law provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the School of Law's graduate and international law programs. The Associate Dean advances the school's mission by supporting graduate legal education, international student recruitment and success, global partnerships, alumni engagement, and program quality. The position works closely with faculty, school leadership, university partners, and external stakeholders to strengthen the school's global reach and ensure excellence in graduate and international law education.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Graduate and International Law Program Leadership

• Provide overall leadership, strategic direction, and external visibility for the School of Law's graduate and international law programs.
• Oversee academic and administrative operations for graduate law degree programs, which may include LL.M., S.J.D./J.S.D., certificate, visiting scholar, exchange, and related programs.
• Collaborate with faculty and school leadership to ensure academic quality, program effectiveness, and alignment with the school's mission and priorities.
• Support curriculum planning, program assessment, and continuous improvement efforts for graduate and international law offerings.
• Supervise assigned staff and coordinate with university offices to support program delivery and student success.

International Recruitment, Admissions, and Student Success

• Lead strategic recruitment and yield initiatives for international graduate law students.
• Partner with admissions, marketing, communications, and university offices to strengthen international pipelines and enhance the visibility of the school's graduate programs.
• Support admissions strategy, including review of international applicant trends, credential evaluation practices, and enrollment goals.
• Collaborate with relevant offices to support onboarding, orientation, academic advising coordination, and student success for international graduate law students.
• Serve as a key point of contact for issues affecting international students, including coordination related to immigration, visa, and compliance matters as appropriate.

Global Partnerships and External Engagement

• Develop and sustain strategic relationships with international universities, legal institutions, professional organizations, and other external partners.
• Lead or support the creation of exchange agreements, collaborative academic initiatives, visiting scholar opportunities, and other global partnerships.
• Represent the School of Law in global legal education networks and other external forums to advance the school's international profile.
• Build relationships that support student mobility, faculty collaboration, research opportunities, and institutional visibility.

Career Development, Alumni Engagement, and Advancement

• Collaborate with career services and other partners to support the professional development of graduate and international law students.
• Promote alumni engagement, mentoring, and networking opportunities for graduate and international law alumni.
• Support fundraising and donor engagement efforts related to graduate and international law programs.
• Work with school and university advancement teams to strengthen external support for student scholarships, programming, and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to efforts that enhance the school's reputation and global alumni network.

Strategic Planning, Budget, and Assessment

• Participate as a member of the school's leadership team and provide strategic counsel on matters affecting graduate and international law programs.
• Develop, monitor, and oversee the budget for assigned programs and initiatives.
• Use data and assessment tools to evaluate enrollment, retention, student outcomes, partnership effectiveness, and program performance.
• Work with school leadership to identify priorities, set short- and long-term goals, and implement strategic initiatives.
• Provide regular reporting and recommendations to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

• Office Equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:
Master's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:
Not Applicable

Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree, J.D., or other relevant advanced degree.
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in higher education administration, graduate education, international programs, legal education, student affairs, admissions, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience providing strategic leadership for academic programs, student success initiatives, or international education efforts.
• Experience working with faculty, senior administrators, and external partners in a complex academic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, analyze data, and use assessment information to inform planning and decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and manage multiple priorities in a high-visibility environment.
• Experience working with diverse and international populations.
• Ability to travel occasionally for recruitment, partnership development, conferences, or university business.

Preferred Qualifications:

• J.D. degree or other terminal degree relevant to law, international education, or higher education leadership.
• Experience in a law school, graduate law program, or international legal education setting.
• Experience leading or supporting LL.M., S.J.D./J.S.D., or other graduate legal degree programs.
• Experience with international student recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, or yield strategy.
• Familiarity with immigration, visa, and compliance issues affecting international students.
• Experience developing and sustaining international partnerships, exchange agreements, or collaborative academic programs.
• Experience supporting alumni engagement, donor relations, or advancement efforts.
• Familiarity with career development pathways for graduate law students and international legal professionals.
• Experience using data systems and reporting tools to track enrollment, student outcomes, and program performance.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and global engagement

Preferred Qualifications

Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:
Progressively Responsible Leadership In Higher Education (7 Years)

Skills:
Academic Administration, Change Management, Cultural Communications, Faculty Management, Global Initiatives, Graduate Recruitment, Inclusive Practices, International Private Law, International Programs, Partner Engagement, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Recruiting, Staff Leadership, Strategic Planning

Grade
G15

Salary Range
$84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/