The University of San Diego is accepting applications for the Assistant Director of Academic Success and Bar Programs position. The official announcement is here.
The Assistant Director of Academic Success and Bar Programs (ADASBP) reports directly to the Director of Academic Success and Bar Programs. The ADASBP is responsible for contributing to a positive student experience by providing academic success and bar exam support services to current law students and bar exam support services to recent graduates.
The ADASBP shall be assigned an instructor position in the area of academic support and/or bar preparation. Additionally, this position oversees confidential data for Academic Success, Bar Exam Programs, and other student information databases.
The ADASBP works in a collaborative relationship with all law school students, faculty, administrative offices, and university offices. The ADASBP also actively participates in implementing procedures to enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of Academic Success and Bar Programs. The ability to provide timely and accurate communication is an essential component of this position. This position requires occasional attendance at on and off campus events during and outside normal business hours. Some travel may be required.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Aid the Director in the Continued Development and Management of the Academic Success and Bar Preparation Programming
Review and improve upon current academic support programs for first year students including first year academic success fellows, 1L study groups, study skills workshops, and early outreach programs
Develop a comprehensive support program designed to aid students who transfer to USD law from other law schools
Aid in the development of the academic success program for students beyond their first year
Advise and work with students on all aspects of bar exam preparation • Host small group workshops on bar-exam related topics
As needed, assist the Assistant Dean for Law Student Affairs with the administration of the Academic Supervision and Probation programs
As needed, assist the Director in the general administration of the Academic Success and Bar Programs, including but not limited to working with the USD law faculty and communicating with commercial bar prep companies
Teach Course(s) Designed to Increase Bar Exam and/or Legal Analysis Skills
Provide instruction in connection with the department’s academic success and bar preparation programming, as needed and as determined by the Associate/Vice Dean, Assistant Dean for Law Student Affairs, and Director of Academic Success and Bar Programs.
Teaching assignments to occur in the Spring and Fall semesters, with continued instruction and support in summer for recent graduates preparing for the bar exam.
Work with Director to prepare curriculum for course(s) as needed and support Director’s efforts to improve and align curriculum with other instructors.
Provide one-on-one academic counseling to JD students
Hold regular office hours to work with JD students one-on-one to increase their overall academic skills
Provide academic skills tutoring for students in need and refer students to relevant written materials
Some personal and academic counseling may be required
Refer strudents to other counseling resources when necessary.
Manage confidential law school databases and processes relating to student academic information
In conjunction with the Director for Academic Success and Bar Programs and Assistant Dean for Law Student Affairs, manage, maintain and update informational databases, spreadsheets, and data reports relating to student performance, bar pass statistical analysis, Academic Supervision, academic success, and other areas as needed.
Provide support to Assistant Dean for Law Student Affairs in monitoring student academic status, including those subject to Academic Supervision.
Perform administrative duties
Perform administrative duties as necessary including effectively managing even budgets and costs, responding promptly to emails and phone calls, and attending meetings within the department, law school and university
Keep up to date on latest trends and practices within bar preparation, academic support and legal education. Attendance and active participation in Orientation and Commencement is expected.
Perform other duties or tasks assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
JD degree required.
Admission to state bar required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching, providing workshops, or trainings is preferred. California state bar admission preferred.
Experience teaching, providing workshops, or trainings is preferred.
Professional experience in a higher education or law school environment preferred.
Academic counseling or advising experience preferred.
Performance Expectations – Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail is critical.
Proven skills in written and oral communication.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion in an academic or professional setting.
Ability to handle confidential information, exhibit good judgment, and exemplify appropriate customer service in working with students, faculty, and all levels of university staff and officials.
Ability to prioritize workload effectively and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Ability to take initiative in managing projects and ability to develop and keep to time lines.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environment.
Ability to be proactive with respect to suggestions for improving all aspects of the programs.
Pleasant demeanor and ability to handle stressful environment during peak times.
Strong computer skills for spreadsheet reporting and word-processing
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
