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West Virginia University (WVU) invites nominations and applications for an innovative and charismatic William J. Maier, Jr. Dean of the College of Law. As a land-grant institution designated with very high research activity (Rl) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, WVU seeks a leader with a vision that places a priority on community, educational rigor, traditional and applied scholarship, and the public interest, particularly in service to the state through clinics, pro-bono, and public-interest opportunities.
The Dean is the College's chief academic and administrative officer and reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. As the College's chief academic officer, the Dean provides intellectual and administrative leadership, guiding the College in its commitment to innovative, relevant education for current and future generations of students. Specifically, the Dean's responsibilities include consulting with and empowering faculty to revise and develop curricula; maintaining high standards of teaching, research and service; administering the College's budget; recruiting faculty; taking a leading role in other faculty personnel matters, including tenure, promotion, and renewal; and advocating for the College at the University and national level. The Dean will work collaboratively with the WVU administration, deans of other colleges, f acuity, and staff to achieve WVU Law and University goals. The Dean is also responsible for developing, engaging, and cultivating alumni and other potential donors and facilitating school outreach to the state.
Julie Holley and Maggie Mayes with Greenwood Asher & Associates are assisting West Virginia University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Application materials should include:
We strongly encourage submitting application materials as separate PDF attachments. The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.
All application materials should be submitted to the Greenwood Asher & Associates team via e-mail at: WVUDeanofLaw@greenwoodsearch.com