Interim Assistant Dean- Dir. of MSP

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Interim Assistant Dean- Dir. of MSP Posting Number 26TM0265 Department Law School Newark Overview Posting Summary

Rutgers University - Newark, an urban public research anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking an Interim Assistant Dean- Dir. of MSP.

Created in 1968, Rutgers Law School's Minority Student Program (MSP) is a nationally recognized model for opening the doors of the legal profession to students from disadvantaged backgrounds and underrepresented communities. Offering legal skills development, academic support, alumni mentoring and networking, and internship opportunities, MSP at Rutgers Law School was one of the first inclusion programs of its kind. MSP has been a leading force in diversifying both legal education and the legal profession, with over 3,000 MSP alumni who have served and excelled on the bench, in the U.S. Congress, in private practice, in major corporations, in government agencies, in legislative bodies, in public interest organizations, and in academic institutions throughout the country.

Following a searching examination of its roles and responsibilities as a legal institution within a declining urban community, the Rutgers-Newark law faculty voted to create MSP in 1968, with the goal of enrolling substantial numbers of students from historically underrepresented groups in the expectation that they would enrich the educational experience and become lawyers who would help provide legal representation and leadership in their communities. Originally geared towards students of color, MSP now welcomes any student, regardless of race or ethnicity, who can demonstrate a history of socioeconomic or educational disadvantage. As of June 2016, MSP is an integral part of the Camden location as well.

Rutgers-Newark is an anchor institution committed to engaging with and partnering with the local community to address community needs.

In 2015, the Rutgers Schools of Law at Camden and Newark merged to form a single Rutgers Law School, the only public law school in New Jersey and the largest in the Northeast. Rutgers Law School continues to operate in both its legacy locations, Camden and Newark, but as a single entity, with a single admissions process and unified admissions standards.

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

• Organizes and implements academic development programs, such as the Legal Skills and Study Groups, in collaboration with the Academic Success Program
• In collaboration with the Dean and the Admissions Committee, develops and implements targeted recruitment efforts to attract diverse applicants to the Law School and the Minority Student Program, including developing, supervising, and implementing programs (including locally) to build a pipeline of future MSP applicants.
• Plans and organizes events, including those designed to raise awareness of the need to expand access to law school for underrepresented and disadvantaged communities.

FLSA Exempt Salary Details $108,000 (min) - $150,000 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 40 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.

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Requires a minimum of three to five years of relevant professional experience in an administrative and/or supervisory function, excellent communication skills, and computer literacy.
• OR -
• Requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education/experience in the discipline. A master's degree in a specialized discipline may be required, particularly in research, project management or managerial positions.
• Requires a minimum of five years experience and/or increasing functional responsibility in a leadership/managerial role. With a master's degree requirement, a minimum of three years of related experience is acceptable.
• Excellent communication skills and computer literacy.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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 5 years of law-related experience, post law school graduation.
• 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, alumni, and administrators.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to think creatively and critically about techniques to improve law students' academic and professional development and to design, implement, and arrange innovative programs to promote that development.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor others.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information, exhibit good judgement, and provide customer service in working with students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving and social media skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years working in a law school environment.
• Willingness to engage in occasional domestic travel throughout the Northeast region and country to participate in events related to increasing diversity at the Law School and in the legal profession. Frequent travel within the state of New Jersey. Some evening and weekend hours are expected.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date Posting Close Date Open Until Filled No 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Ph.D.

• • Do you have a J.D.?

• Yes

• No

• In process

• • Do you have a minimum of three to five years of relevant professional experience in an administrative and/or supervisory function, excellent communication skills, and computer literacy?

• Yes

• No

• • Have you been in your current position for 6 months?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents