Dean, J. David Rosenberg College of Law

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky (UK) invites applications for a strategic and collaborative leader with a distinguished scholarly profile to serve as the next dean of the J. David Rosenberg College of Law (Rosenberg College of Law). Its mission is to be an outstanding public law school by preparing skilled lawyers and leaders to serve the country and the Commonwealth, produce widely recognized legal scholarship and contribute to the advancement of justice.

The Rosenberg College of Law takes this responsibility seriously and fulfills its mission by serving the Commonwealth through public legal education, professional development, and access to justice initiatives, in accordance with state and federal law.

The dean will develop a vision for the Rosenberg College of Law and provide leadership in matters related to planning, curriculum, research and scholarship as well as the college's budget. The dean will also engage with faculty, students, alumni, the legal community and state and federal government officials to advance the goals of the Rosenberg College of Law and the university.

The successful candidate must possess a J.D. and/or terminal degree in their field of study of law and must qualify for appointment at the rank of tenured, full professor in the Rosenberg College of Law. The candidate must also possess a significant record of leadership in a professional setting, including, but not limited to, higher education, government, public interest or business.

They will also demonstrate a commitment to fostering a respectful and welcoming academic environment consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Preference will be given to candidates who possess leadership experience in the legal academy and a sustained record of excellence in research and scholarship, service and teaching commensurate with a comprehensive research university. Additionally, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a readiness to advance the Rosenberg College of Law through strategic fundraising and partnerships that support the college's academic and professional mission.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Administering the educational, research and service work of the Rosenberg College of Law and its efficient conduct and management in all matters not specifically charged in the university's Governing Regulations.

Managing the Rosenberg College of Law's budget, including management of all scholarship funds, and positioning it for success under the university's financial allocation models, which incentivize institutional priorities such as student growth, credit hours and success, among other factors.

Working collaboratively with faculty and supporting and encouraging their efforts in scholarship, teaching and service, with an informed understanding of the unique requirements professional schools have in these areas.

Bringing a deep understanding of changes taking place in legal education and the legal profession, while overseeing, with the faculty, curriculum development, including programs to monitor and assess learning outcomes of students.

Leading with integrity, embracing leadership as a public service and formulating, articulating and executing the development and implementation of a shared strategic vision that operationalizes the values of UK and will position the Rosenberg College of Law among the highest rated law schools in the country.

Leading in the delivery of curriculum of the Rosenberg College of Law and the quality of the instruction given therein.

Leading and fostering a community of engaged legal scholars.

Enforcing and utilizing the university's Governing Regulations, Administrative Regulations and the College Bylaws.

Fostering an environment of shared governance by building relations with all campus communities while shepherding a college culture of collaboration.

Emphasizing wellness and well-being for all faculty, staff and students.

Driving enhancements that improve the student experience, including academic achievement, affordability and career preparedness for the challenges and rigors of practicing law.

Serving as an ex officio member of all college committees defined in the…