Law School Associate Dean - Strategy & Academic Leadership

University of West Los Angeles (UWLA); Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

UWLA in Inglewood, CA invites applications for Associate Dean of the School of Law. The role reports to the Dean, supports policy implementation, and champions a data-driven culture of assessment to advance the program.

Key duties include academic affairs and curriculum oversight, accreditation processes, faculty recruitment and development, student admissions and advising, and daily administration. The successful candidate will lead with strategic planning and ensure inclusive, high‑quality

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree required.
• 1-year academic leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of law school education and pedagogy.
• Experience in academic administration.
• Willingness to work in Los Angeles area (LA/ Culver City/ Woodland Hills).

Responsibilities

• Oversee legal graduate education, curriculum development, and accreditation.
• Assist with faculty recruitment, hiring, retention, and development.
• Assist with student admissions, advising, and resolving academic or disciplinary concerns.
• Support strategic planning, policy management, accreditation, and institutional research.
• Promote data-guided assessment and UWLA’s diverse student body needs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

Discretion & professionalism

Problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctor Degree

Job description

UWLA in Inglewood, CA invites applications for Associate Dean of the School of Law. The role reports to the Dean, supports policy implementation, and champions a data-driven culture of assessment to advance the program.

Key duties include academic affairs and curriculum oversight, accreditation processes, faculty recruitment and development, student admissions and advising, and daily administration. The successful candidate will lead with strategic planning and ensure inclusive, high‑quality