Director of Academic Success Program and Assistant Professor of Practice
University, MS, US, 38677
Note for Current UM Employees
Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu
Position Description
The University of Mississippi School of Law invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice whose primary responsibility will be directing the law school's Academic Success Program.
Job Responsibilities:
• Develops and administers the Academic Success Program which includes teaching courses, organizing and presenting workshops, designing programming for students, and analyzing and reporting on the effectiveness of the program. The Academic Success Program includes a summer component for incoming academically at-risk students.
• Coordinates closely with the Dean of Students, Assistant Professor of Practice for Bar Exam Support, and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs to develop programming and individual support for academic success and bar exam passage.
• Directs the Advising Program, solicits faculty members participation, and initiates follow-up with students and participating faculty during the academic year.
• Meets individually and regularly with students to develop and monitor academic recovery plans for individual students and to provide individualized instruction.
• Promotes strategies to address potential barriers to academic success in diverse populations, including first-generation students, minority groups, and those with identified learning challenges.
• This description identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for the position. But it is not intended to encompass all the specific job-related tasks that may be identified in the future.
Position Details
Appointment 9 Month or 12 Month
Assignment Type: Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Bar Membership in U.S. (may be inactive)
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to attend conferences which may occasionally require travel
• Committed to the educational mission of the Law School and the University of Mississippi
Preferred Qualifications:
• Preference given to candidates with teaching, tutoring, counseling, and/or other academic experience.
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
About the University of MS & Oxford, MS
Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.
Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.
Background Check Statement
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
Nearest Major Market: Oxford Mississippi