Responsible for the operations of a large program or center at the university. Oversees staff, budgets, and projects.

• Oversees a large department, program or center.
• Manages budget and engages in strategic planning to ensure all goals are met.
• Hires and directs the activities of staff.
• Resolves personnel issues as they arise.
• Engages in budget-planning, grant oversight, and policy development.
• Implements new programs and projects and monitors ongoing activities of department or center.
• Reviews department policies and processes and implements improvements as needed.
• Represents department or center to internal and external constituents.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

• EEO/AA

  Notes to Applicant :

  The position works exclusively with law students to provide guidance on course selection as it relates to anticipated practice area s of law and opportunities upon graduation; counsels students on managing law school in relation to life demands; assists with professional development; assists with advising students before and during preparation for the bar licensing exam; and oversees many other training and academic support measures offered by the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) .

  Given the position's direct interactions with law students, a Juris Doctorate and bar licensure (any state) are required .

  The position's primary responsibilities are as follows:

  • Maintains a regular schedule of student appointments and advising sessions to advise students on academic policies, course selection , course loads, graduation and other academic endeavors.
  • Develops and presents academic advisin g workshops and programs as needed .
  • Manages student crises and emergencies , including working closely and collaboratively with faculty, staff, Law Center departments, and University of Houston administrative offices to help students navigate personal matters and implement temporary support measures/accommodations when needed .
  • Collaborates with other Law Center departments in development of programs and advisement for students.
  • Assists the leadership of Academic Affairs and OSA in dealing with students requiring special assistance .
  • Serves as support (and on some occasions leadership) for the many student events hosted by OSA.
  • Works with J.D., and on occasion LL.M., students on academic support and bar passage.

  Given that this position is student-facing with a focus on professional and academic development and support, prior experience gained in a law firm, JD preferred position, or other legal position doing any of the following activities will be considered as job-related experience:

  • Training , assisting , advising , supervising and mentoring junior attorneys;
  • Preparing, h osting and/or delivering law student and/or junior attorney trainings and presentations;
  • Conducting outreach to law students and/or junior attorneys;
  • Delivering or a ssisting with law student and/or junior attorney mentoring, networking and recruiting events;
  • Delivering or a ssisting with retention of law students and/or junior attorneys;
  • Having passed the bar exam to become a licensed attorney, any advising, counseling or assistant with law students or junior attorneys in their sitting for the bar exam;
  • Advising law students and/or junior attorneys in any capacity ;
  • Counseling law students and/or junior attorneys during difficult situations ;
  • Counseling and advising non lawyer clients; and
  • Assisting with onboarding and orientation of new hires .

  This search is coordinated by the ADSA office. In addition to the formal application made in response to this posting, applicants should send a short email to Assistant Dean Monica Mensah ( memensah@uh.edu ) expressing interest in the position with resume or curriculum vitae attached . Bachelors and 5 years experience

  Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: Requires a minimum of five (5) years of directly job-related experience. Certification/Licensing: None.

  Additional Job Posting Information:

  • May be eligible for Alternative Workplace Arrangements
  • Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience

  Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity