Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Associate Dean of Bar Studies and Academic Success

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Academic Affairs

Department
Law School Newark

Overview

Posting Summary

Rutgers Law School (RLS) seeks an experienced and strategically-minded candidate with a record of setting and achieving student success goals to lead our Bar Studies and Academic Success Departments, with oversight of staff members in Newark and Camden. The successful candidate must be creative and organized and should possess excellent teaching, analytic, quantitative, and collaborative skills. The Assistant/Associate Dean must possess a commitment to advancing student success from matriculation through bar admission.

The Assistant/Associate Dean of Bar Studies and Academic Success will report directly to the Dean and work closely with the faculty and administration.

This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

• Implement, and manage programming to improve and maintain bar passage rates at RLS so that they are at or above those of peer institutions.
• Develop, teach, and supervise courses focused on bar passage. The Associate Dean, in conjunction with the academic success faculty, will also review and coordinate academic success programming at RLS.
• The Assistant/Associate Dean will use student data and resources from internal and external partners.
• The Assistant/Associate Dean will be responsible for bar data tracking, reporting, and analysis, and champion data-driven decisions that meet bar passage and student success goals.
• Manage contractual relationships with vendors related to bar studies.
• Develop and teach courses focused on bar passage.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
09

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
124967.000

Mid Range Salary
158175.000

Maximum Salary
191383.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.

Union Description
Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• J.D. from an ABA-approved law school with strong academic credentials. Current or prior admission to the bar of at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• A minimum of 4 years of law-related experience, post law school graduation.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in law school academic support or bar exam advising.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• At least eight years of experience in increasing responsibility in a leadership/managerial role. Exemplary professional, administrative, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Excellent oral and written proficiency as well as strong organizational abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment and to manage others.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and critically about techniques to improve law students' academic development and to design, implement, and arrange innovative programs to promote that development.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information, exhibit good judgment, and provide customer service in working with students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with data, empirical analysis, and software applications. Accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to apply creative problem-solving skills to develop solutions within established policies, guidelines, accreditation standards, and applicable law.
• Significant knowledge of the law school curriculum and best practices for law teaching.
• An understanding of the dynamics of diversity and accessibility, including for first-generation college graduates or law school attendees, in higher education, and a demonstrated ability to incorporate this understanding into their work.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years of prior law school teaching experience, preferably related to bar preparation or academic support.
• Prior experience directing a law school bar preparation or academic support program.
• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques within a legal or higher education setting.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The Associate Dean will be expected to travel to and serve students on both campuses in an equitable manner.
• In addition, some evening hours and travel are expected.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST0890

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus
Rutgers University-Newark

City
Newark

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.