Job Title:  ADR Program Director

Job Location:  University of Oregon School of Law

Reports to:  ADR Faculty Director

Term:  1 FTE Position is renewable each year based on performance, funding and need

Rank:  Officer of Administration

Salary Range:  55-60K (based on 1.0 FTE) to be determined based on experience and qualifications.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED:  To ensure consideration, please submit all requested documents byMarch 17, 2014.

General Responsibilities

The Appropriate Dispute Resolution (ADR) Center provides a cost effective, exemplary education on the theory and skills used in alternative dispute resolution and analysis.  The ADR Center also houses the Masters in Conflict and Dispute Resolution Program (CRES) offering students the opportunity to pursue graduate-level study in conflict and dispute resolution with or without a legal focus.

The ADR Program Director is the lead administrator of the law school’s ADR Center.  The ADR Program Director reports to and provides executive support for the ADR Faculty Director and is responsible for the growth and day-to-day management of the ADR Center.  Candidates should have a passion for working with and mentoring students and expanding a top-flight academic program.  The position requires excellent communication and leadership skills and an ability and desire to establish and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with students, law faculty and staff, and University of Oregon colleagues. 

The position will be 1.0 FTE, annually renewable depending on performance, funding, and need.  This position has leadership responsibilities for: program communications, budget management, annual events, student support, program development, office administration, and all staff and student work.

Major Duties

35% Administer ADR Program

• develop and administer the budget, in consultation with the Associate Dean for Finance and Operations and the ADR Faculty Director

• serve as a liaison to departments such as the library, technology department, career center, and others

• organize a vibrant program of professional and social activities for ADR students and coordinate event logistics, including orientation

• assist with administrative aspects of the ADR curriculum to facilitate timely and appropriate approvals, scheduling, and contracting

• supervise all staff and student work associated with the ADR Center

• provide executive support for the ADR Faculty Director

25% Communications

• develop specialized marketing for ADR programs, including writing and distributing printed materials, creating and updating Web materials, and advertising

• design and execute a U.S. News and World Report marketing strategy

35% Student Support

• advise ADR students on academic and related matters during their time at the law school including course sequencing and supervision of written work

• oversee ADR Fellows Program

• administer scholarship funds and application and distribution processes

• provide logistical support for ADR classes as needed

5% Development

• seek grants and scholarships for ADR programs or students

• maintain connections with alumni of the ADR Program, in coordination with the law school’s development, alumni and career center staff

Job Qualifications/Requirements

Required:

• Undergraduate degree from accredited post-secondary school

• Three years of professional work experience

• Strong writing and editing skills

• Demonstrated strong organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills that indicate the ability to work as part of a team or independently

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and utilize a range of communication channels with diverse groups of students, faculty, administrators, staff, and members of the bench and bar from a wide range of backgrounds

• Demonstrated proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook (or similar software)

• Ability to travel independently, locally, regionally, and nationally by various means of travel

Preferred:

• J.D. from an accredited law school, Masters in Conflict and Dispute Resolution, or significant experience working as an administrator for an academic program

• Experience building or directing a law school degree program

Application Procedures

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to:  Jill Elizabeth, Personnel & Academic Support Coordinator, Attention: ADR Program Director Search, 1221 University of Oregon, Eugene OR 97403-1221. 

For more information about University of Oregon School of Law, please visit our website atwww.law.uoregon.edu. 

Note: Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check.  This position is contingent upon funding. 

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