Dean, School of Law

The University of Memphis, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Memphis, TENNESSEE
Deadline: ;

Posting Information


Posting Number FAE1733
Advertised Title Dean, School of Law
Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
Position Number 003639
Category Academic Executive
Department School of Law
Position Summary
Minimum Position Qualifications
The University of Memphis seeks an innovative leader to serve as its next Dean of the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the School of Law and reports to the Provost. The Dean must have demonstrated significant achievement in leadership, scholarly activities, and administration. The Dean should be a transformative change-agent who is committed to shared governance and open communication. The successful candidate will have a Juris Doctor or its equivalent, as well as an established record as an exceptional teacher and scholar, or comparable professional achievement meriting appointment as a tenured professor.
Other preferred qualifications include:
  • Outstanding interpersonal, communication and leadership skills;
  • Ability to relate effectively to a variety of internal and external constituencies;
  • Administrative, fiscal, and fundraising experience;
  • A demonstrated understanding of the research, instructional, and service needs of a School of Law;
  • Experience developing successful recruiting and retention initiatives;
  • Demonstrated ability to engage the entire law school community and leverage the strengths of the institution within the surrounding area;
  • Demonstrated ability to build on the foundation of its mission and core values, and ensure the highest standards of quality and academic excellence;
  • Experience cultivating an environment that supports the needs of students in a meaningful and interactive way;
  • An entrepreneurial spirit to foster necessary changes within the academic enterprise;
  • Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative relationships with the law school’s many constituencies including faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, and local community members;
  • Strong fiscal and philanthropic acumen with demonstrated success in navigating the shifting financial landscapes;
  • Demonstrated ability to leverage data to lead and improve student success outcomes;
  • An unwavering commitment to promoting an inclusive academy.
Special Conditions
Posting Date 12/22/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Screening Begins No
Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Special Instructions to Applicants
The University has partnered with Parker Executive Firm, for a national search for this vacancy. All letters of nomination, applications (letter of interest, complete CV, and references) or expressions of interest to be submitted to the search firm assisting the University. Confidential review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment is made. It is preferred, however, that all nominations and applications be submitted to:
Parker Executive Search Firm:
https://www.parkersearch.com/current-opportunities/university-memphis/dean-cecil-c-humphreys-school-law
Contact:
Porsha L. Williams, Vice President
Erin Raines, Senior Principal
Brett Sauls, Executive Recruiting Coordinator
Parker Executive Search Five Concourse Parkway, Suite 2875 Atlanta, GA 30328
[email protected]
[email protected]
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Phone: (770) 804-1996 × 109 or 117
Instructions to Applicant regarding references
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No
Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)




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