Director of the Institute for Professional Leadership - College of Law, Fall 2024
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 6, 2024
Description
The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. The University of Tennessee provides many benefits of employment, including those found at https://hr.tennessee.edu/benefits, and is committed to competitive compensation that is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Additionally, Tennessee has no state income tax.
The University of Tennessee College of Law invites applications for the position of Director of the Institute for Professional Leadership. The Institute for Professional Leadership (IPL) is a unique academic program that focuses on guiding students in identifying and developing their leadership skills and professional values, in conjunction with constructing a successful career plan. The IPL offers a rich selection of courses and programs designed to prepare students to be lawyer leaders within the profession and beyond, promotes active community engagement through pro bono opportunities, and serves as a platform for research and scholarly debate in the leadership field. The Director will provide vision and oversight for the IPL's existing programs and activities and will be responsible for expanding and enhancing the IPL's reach and stature. The Director will report directly to the Dean and will be an integral member of the College of Law's administrative team.
Responsibilities
· Provide leadership and administrative oversight with regard to all aspects of the IPL.
· Assess existing IPL program, content, and structure, and implement changes deemed necessary and beneficial.
· Develop and implement a strategy for enhancing IPL course offerings, programming, and scholarly engagement, working collaboratively with affiliated faculty and the College of Law's Director of Non-J.D. Programs.
· Develop and staff innovative leadership courses and programming for students and lawyers, including online and in-person programs and courses and experiential practicums, among other things.
· Work with the College of Law's Communications Team to develop, coordinate, and participate in active marketing of the IPL and its programming to various internal and external constituents, particularly through social media and other digital platforms, so as to increase the visibility of and awareness about the IPL.
· Work with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and affiliated faculty in selecting, training, and supporting program faculty, including adjunct faculty.
· Cultivate and maintain external relations with alumni, bar associations, practicing attorneys, and other leaders within the legal profession and beyond.
· Engage with and make effective use of the IPL's Advisory Board through regular communications, meetings, and other forms of outreach.
· Manage the IPL's budget.
· Regularly assess course and programmatic efficacy.
· Serve on College of Law and University committees as requested by the Dean and/or University leadership.
Qualifications
Required Experience and Abilities
Applications must be submitted through Interfolio. Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and contact information for at least three (3) references.
Screening of applicants will begin on May 24,2023. Applications will be considered when received and will continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact:
R. Brad Morgan, Search Committee Chair
University of Tennessee College of Law
1505 W. Cumberland Ave.
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996
rmorgan2@utk.edu
Other members of the hiring committee include:
Joy Radice, Director of Clinical Programs and Associate Professor of Law
Teri Baxter, Interim Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Professor of Law
Buck Lewis, Professor of Law
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. The University of Tennessee provides many benefits of employment, including those found at https://hr.tennessee.edu/benefits, and is committed to competitive compensation that is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Additionally, Tennessee has no state income tax.
The University of Tennessee College of Law invites applications for the position of Director of the Institute for Professional Leadership. The Institute for Professional Leadership (IPL) is a unique academic program that focuses on guiding students in identifying and developing their leadership skills and professional values, in conjunction with constructing a successful career plan. The IPL offers a rich selection of courses and programs designed to prepare students to be lawyer leaders within the profession and beyond, promotes active community engagement through pro bono opportunities, and serves as a platform for research and scholarly debate in the leadership field. The Director will provide vision and oversight for the IPL's existing programs and activities and will be responsible for expanding and enhancing the IPL's reach and stature. The Director will report directly to the Dean and will be an integral member of the College of Law's administrative team.
Responsibilities
· Provide leadership and administrative oversight with regard to all aspects of the IPL.
· Assess existing IPL program, content, and structure, and implement changes deemed necessary and beneficial.
· Develop and implement a strategy for enhancing IPL course offerings, programming, and scholarly engagement, working collaboratively with affiliated faculty and the College of Law's Director of Non-J.D. Programs.
· Develop and staff innovative leadership courses and programming for students and lawyers, including online and in-person programs and courses and experiential practicums, among other things.
· Work with the College of Law's Communications Team to develop, coordinate, and participate in active marketing of the IPL and its programming to various internal and external constituents, particularly through social media and other digital platforms, so as to increase the visibility of and awareness about the IPL.
· Work with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and affiliated faculty in selecting, training, and supporting program faculty, including adjunct faculty.
· Cultivate and maintain external relations with alumni, bar associations, practicing attorneys, and other leaders within the legal profession and beyond.
· Engage with and make effective use of the IPL's Advisory Board through regular communications, meetings, and other forms of outreach.
· Manage the IPL's budget.
· Regularly assess course and programmatic efficacy.
· Serve on College of Law and University committees as requested by the Dean and/or University leadership.
Qualifications
Required Experience and Abilities
- Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Minimum of five years in law practice and/or substantial comparable experience in a law-related professional or educational setting.
- Experience in significant leadership roles, particularly related to the legal profession.
- Prior teaching experience in a law school or other higher education setting.
- Experience with strategic planning and execution.
- Experience assessing programmatic needs and successfully implementing new initiatives.
- Supervisory experience or demonstration of skills that exhibit the ability to carry out supervisory responsibilities with regard to staff and students.
- Proven ability to prioritize multiple projects and work well with diverse constituents, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and practicing lawyers.
- Experience with online learning pedagogy and course development.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Reputation for professionalism, integrity, and honesty.
Applications must be submitted through Interfolio. Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and contact information for at least three (3) references.
Screening of applicants will begin on May 24,2023. Applications will be considered when received and will continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact:
R. Brad Morgan, Search Committee Chair
University of Tennessee College of Law
1505 W. Cumberland Ave.
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996
rmorgan2@utk.edu
Other members of the hiring committee include:
Joy Radice, Director of Clinical Programs and Associate Professor of Law
Teri Baxter, Interim Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Professor of Law
Buck Lewis, Professor of Law
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
