Director of Professional Engagement

Primary Purpose: The Director of Professional Engagement contributes to the work of the Office of Professional Engagement. The Director of Professional Engagement works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators, particularly those in student-centric offices, to implement the College of Law’s efforts in formation of professional identity among students and to promote a sense of belonging on campus. The Director of Professional Engagement must pay particular attention to creating an inclusive community that serves the needs of a diverse student population.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Associate Dean for Assessment & Professional Engagement to contribute to development of robust program for professional identity formation;
• Assist in implementation of program for professional identity formation, which may include, among other things, teaching courses or individual class sessions, leading workshops, coordinating events, providing feedback on student reflections, etc.;
• Remain aware of emerging trends and issues in professional identity formation;
• Promote a sense of belonging among students through targeted programming, including overseeing a regular program of activities;
• Plan and schedule events, including negotiating contracts with outside vendors;
• Assist in developing and maintaining relationships with sponsors and potential sponsors for professional identity development programming;
• Meet regularly with key constituencies regarding shared concerns;
• Provide programs on leadership development and professionalism;
• Support university and college officials with federal compliance;
• Collaborate with other student-facing departments to ensure consistency in functions and messaging;
• Provide and promote opportunities for students to develop cross-cultural competency and understand bias and racism;
• Assist with strategic planning for the College of Law;
• Provide recommendations and draft new policies, and amend existing policies, as needed.
• Manage and administer Office of Professional Engagement budget and process expenses;
• Serve on assigned departmental committees and represent
  the Office of Professional Engagement on campus-wide committees;
• Assist in planning and administration of new and upper-level student orientations.
• May be required to maintain on-call emergency response status in the event of emergency activities affecting the College of Law.
• Maintains a collaborative work environment and works well with others.
• Other duties as assigned.

Juris Doctor required; law practice or related employment experience required.

Other qualifications include:

• Ability to form positive relationships with and effectively work with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff on two law campuses.
• Ability to work irregular and flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Potential for leadership in campus operations.
• A high degree of professionalism, discretion, and excellent judgment in difficult situations.
• Strong oral, written, organizational, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to strategically and sensitively ask questions, evaluate responses, weigh information, and determine responsibility, with an eye toward maximizing educational opportunities consistent with College of Law values and professional ethical and professional expectations.
• Ability to supervise others and set a positive tone, project a professional and positive image of the College of Law and University.
• Strong time management skills, positive attitude, and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Works to build an environment that promotes and facilitates the success of Diversity and Inclusive Excellence.

Grade 09