Dean, James E. Rogers College of Law

Dean, James E. Rogers College of Law Posting Number req24342 Department College of Law Department Website Link Location Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights The University of Arizona invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the James E. Rogers College of Law (College of Law). This is a pivotal opportunity for a visionary and strategic leader to guide one of the nation's most innovative public law schools into its next era of excellence and impact. The next Dean will be charged with articulating a bold and compelling vision for the College of Law's future, strengthening the JD program, fostering vibrant intellectual life and scholarly productivity, enhancing academic excellence, improving bar passage results, and expanding external partnerships. The Dean will work closely with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and external constituents to elevate the College of Law's national profile and deepen its contributions to the legal academy and society. This is a moment of opportunity for a leader who is passionate about shaping the future of legal education and committed to stewarding a vibrant academic community toward its next chapter of distinction. To see a full copy of the position profile, please click here. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. Duties & ResponsibilitiesAcademic Leadership The next Dean will serve as the chief academic leader of the College ofLaw, championing excellence in faculty scholarship, teaching, and service whilereinforcing the JD program as the College of Law's core mission. This includesprioritizing faculty implementing strategies to attract and retain top-tierfaculty to further strengthen the school's scholarly reputation, whilesupporting the full complement of tenured and continuing-status faculty. Priority Setting and Administrative Planning The Dean will be a strategic and forward-thinking leader who, inalignment with the institution's longstanding commitment to shared governance,will set the benchmark for achievement and intellectual engagement byarticulating a compelling vision and strategic plan to guide the College of Lawinto its next era of success in close collaboration with the law faculty. Focus on Student Success The Dean will champion initiatives that prepare every student to thriveacademically and professionally. The College of Law is deeply committed tostudent success, from admission through graduation and into professionalpractice. Resources Management The next Dean will play a critical role in ensuring the financial healthand long-term sustainability of the College of Law. This includes prioritizingbudgetary goals, navigating a new budget model, and exercising strong financialacumen to manage limited resources effectively. The Dean must be proactive andentrepreneurial in identifying new revenue streams, advocating for resourceswith university leadership using data-driven strategies, and ensuringtransparency around financial decisions. Advancement and External Engagement Fundraising will be a critical priority as the College of Law enters thefinal year of its $60 million Fuel Wonder campaign, advancing transformativegoals for students, faculty, and key initiatives. The Dean will lead acomprehensive strategy to secure philanthropic support for scholarships,endowed faculty positions, and innovative programmatic initiatives, whilecultivating and strengthening relationships with alumni and donors. Commitment to Fostering a Collaborative Community The next Dean will have the opportunity to lead a law school with astrong culture, where students and faculty have long maintained a collaborativeand respectful environment. Preserving this culture as the College navigatesnecessary changes to respond to a rapidly evolving legal field will beessential. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: TheDean will be an inspiring leader with a clear vision for maintaining andenhancing the excellence of the College of Law. The Dean will also be a capableexecutive with skills in fiscal and human-resource management as well as theexternal relationship management that is critical for fundraising success. TheDean must have the political acumen, power of persuasion, commitment toinclusiveness, and authentic personal leadership style necessary to advance theCollege of Law and inspire its multiple constituencies. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must hold a JD and possess a distinguished record ofscholarship, professional accomplishment, teaching, and service that qualifiesthem for appointment as a tenured full professor. Preferred Qualifications Leadership experience in legal education is strongly preferred, along with demonstrated success in fundraising, strategic and financial planning and oversight, management, and community engagement. FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Academic Administration Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay DOE Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire DateExpected End DateContact Information for Candidates Werner Boel, LL.M., Jen Meyers Pickard, Ph.D., and Ashlee Musser Open Date 10/31/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by January 9, 2026. WittKieffer is assisting the University of Arizona in this search. 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Created: 2026-03-10