Associate Dean Graduate & International Law Programs - Law Office of the Dean

About the role

The Associate Dean for Graduate and International Law provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the School of Law’s graduate and international law programs. The position works closely with faculty, school leadership, university partners, and external stakeholders to strengthen the school’s global reach and ensure excellence in graduate and international law education.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, strategic direction, and external visibility for the School of Law’s graduate and international law programs.
• Oversee academic and administrative operations for graduate law degree programs, which may include LL.M., S.J.D./J.S.D., certificate, visiting scholar, exchange, and related programs.
• Collaborate with faculty and school leadership to ensure academic quality, program effectiveness, and alignment with the school’s mission and priorities.
• Serve as a key point of contact for issues affecting international students, including coordination related to immigration, visa, and compliance matters as appropriate.
• Develop and sustain strategic relationships with international universities, legal institutions, professional organizations, and other external partners.
• Represent the School of Law in global legal education networks and other external forums to advance the school’s international profile.
• Collaborate with career services and other partners to support the professional development of graduate and international law students.
• Promote alumni engagement, mentoring, and networking opportunities for graduate and international law alumni.
• Support fundraising and donor engagement efforts related to graduate and international law programs.
• Contribute to efforts that enhance the school’s reputation and global alumni network.
• Participate as a member of the school’s leadership team and provide strategic counsel on matters affecting graduate and international law programs.
• Use data and assessment tools to evaluate enrollment, retention, student outcomes, partnership effectiveness, and program performance.
• Work with school leadership to identify priorities, set short- and long-term goals, and implement strategic initiatives.
• Provide regular reporting and recommendations to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment. Equipment includes office equipment.

Education

• Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• J.D. degree or other terminal degree relevant to law, international education, or higher education leadership preferred.

Skills

• Academic Administration
• Change Management
• Cultural Communications
• Faculty Management
• Global Initiatives
• Graduate Recruitment
• Inclusive Practices
• International Private Law
• International Programs
• Partner Engagement
• Problem Solving
• Public Speaking
• Recruiting
• Staff Leadership
• Strategic Planning