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Penn State Law, located on Penn State's largest campus, University Park, is seeking its next Assistant Dean for Student Services. Penn State Law is in the process of reunifying with its sister law school at Penn State University, Penn State Dickinson Law. The reunified law school, which will be known as Penn State Dickinson Law, will have its primary location in Carlisle, PA, the historic home of Penn State Dickinson Law. This position will be situated in University Park, the reunified school's additional location, and will primarily serve students in that location. Both locations will have all levels of J.D. students in residence, as well as LL.M. and S.J.D. students. This is a primarily in-person role, with the possibility of occasional remote work. More information about reunification is available here.The Assistant Dean for Student Services is responsible for providing leadership, direction, management, and implementation of all initiatives of the law school's Office of Student Services in University Park. Key areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:Student SupportWorks to create a climate that is welcoming, supportive, and conducive to learning for all studentsDevelops and oversees programming to promote law student and lawyer well-beingAssists students needing academic accommodations and coordinates accommodations with the Penn State Office of Student Disability Resources and facultyServes as primary contact for law students with personal needs and concernsProvides referrals for mental health and substance abuse issuesMonitors student compliance with non-academic conduct policiesLeadershipDevelops and fosters collaborative relationships with Law School and University leaders, including University Student Affairs, Student Care and Concern, Educational Equity, and Counseling and Psychological ServicesCollaborates with Assistant Dean for Student Services in Carlisle to create reunified Student Services policies and proceduresDevelops in-depth knowledge of University resources and processes to provide guidance to law studentsMaintains relationships with other law schools, professional associations, and service organizations to stay up-to-date on national, regional, and local trends in law school student services administrationRepresents the law school at professional meetings and conferencesAdministrationCollaborates with CFO and other administrators to establish policies and processes for student organization fundingRepresents and advocates for law students on University-wide issuesServes as liaison to Honor Code Administrator(s) in Honor Code mattersCollaborates with Penn State Office of Student Conduct and Educational Equity in addressing student misconductCollaborates with faculty and administration on the development and updating of the student handbookCollaborates with facilities managers on parking, cafe operations, and student locker distributionStudent Organizations and EventsOversees the planning and execution of new student OrientationOversees the planning and execution of CommencementSets policies and procedures for student events and enforces those policiesContributes to the planning and execution of other student-focused events including award ceremonies, pre-graduation celebrations, and other eventsManagementLeads Student Services office, including managing the operating budgetSupervises and supports the development of Associate Director(s) of Student Services, Student Services Administrative Support Assistant(s), and Student WorkersConducts and facilitates employee evaluations per university HR policyDesired Qualifications and SkillsEight years of experience in a student-facing role in higher educationJ.D. (preferred) or other advanced degree plus three years of experience in legal educationDemonstrated leadership in student-facing rolesCommitment to continual improvement of services and operations and academic excellenceDemonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belongingExcellent planning, organizational, and management skillsHigh energy, capacity for collaboration, problem-solving skills, and sound and ethical judgmentHigh levels of emotional intelligence, empathy, professionalism, and discretionReview of applications and nominations will begin immediately, and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Application materials should include a letter of interest addressing the key requirements and responsibilities of the position and a resume.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWFederal Contractors Labor Law Poster
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