Fulfilling a promise by President Michael Gottfredson earlier this year, OU has opened a search for its first University Ombudsperson. The position will set up a program for faculty, staff, and administrators -- a population of about 27,000. 

Preferred qualifications for applicants include: a JD or LLM degree; relevant higher education experience; management, supervision, and organizational development experience; a mediation certificate; program; and IOA membership.  The one-year position pays $80,000-100,000. Application review starts October 18, 2013.  (OU Jobs.)

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