Assistant Dean of the College for Pre-Law Advising

Job Description : About Brown :

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work / life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.

About the Opportunity :

The College invites applications for an Assistant Dean of the College for Pre-Law Advising. If you would like to join a team of dedicated colleagues working to support the intellectual and personal development of students through individualized education, please consider submitting an application. The mission of the College is to support undergraduate student learning and to ensure that each and every student is engaged, empowered, and transformed by their education at Brown.

Responsibilities :

At Brown University, academic advising deans play a critical role, overseeing the College’s advising programs and a range of curricular and co-curricular opportunities that enable all undergraduates to develop and thrive as they connect their learning experiences to leading lives of meaning and purpose. In this context, the Assistant Dean of the College for Pre-Law Advising provides academic advising and support to undergraduate students as an academic dean, while also holding particular expertise in the area of pre-law advising.

The individual in this position counsels undergraduates and recent alumni about career pathways and applications to law school. The Assistant Dean collaborates closely with the other members of the Pre-Professional Advising team and partners with the Center for Career Exploration and the Office of Alumni Relations to support students and alumni interested in learning more about the legal profession, as well as to engage alumni in this field in programming and networking initiatives. The Assistant Dean will develop strong relationships with faculty and administrators in select departments to expand faculty support for students interested in law careers. Additionally, the Assistant Dean fills the role of academic advisor and colleague to other College divisions and programs, and serves as a member of various College and University committees, as assigned. The Assistant Dean of the College for Pre-Law Advising reports to the Senior Associate Dean of the College for Co-Curriculum.

Major Responsibilities

Support Students and Alumni Through Pre-Law Advising

Advise and Mentor Undergraduates for Success in the Context of Brown’s Open Curriculum as an Academic Advising Dean Within the College

Develop and Deliver Pre-Law Programs and Resources

Qualifications :

Education and Experience

An earned master’s degree; JD strongly preferred.

3-5 years of relevant experience in the legal profession or equivalent experience as an advisor and / or academic administrator at a college or university.

Background in higher education academic advising, career planning, or teaching strongly preferred.

Job Competencies

Student-centered approach to advising and mentoring, with particular attention to supporting students from historically underrepresented and / or minoritized backgrounds.

Experience and / or familiarity with requirements and applications for graduate schools for the legal profession.

Experience in academic program administration, including planning and development, implementation, and assessment.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and mobilize others (staff, faculty, students) to achieve shared results.

Outstanding written and oral communication skills, discretion, sound judgment, and leadership skills.

Ability to take initiative and work independently in a deadline-driven environment and manage multiple priorities.

Salary Grade : 11

Additional Information :

Occasional evening and weekend work required for essential Pre-Professional Advising, College, and University events.

Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Brown University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Benefits of Working at Brown :

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here .

Recruiting Start Date :

2025-10-02

Job Posting Title :

Assistant Dean of the College for Pre-Law Advising

Department : The College

Grade : Grade 11

Worker Type : Employee

Worker Sub-Type : Regular

Time Type : Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

37.5

Position Work Location :

Hybrid Eligible

Submission Guidelines :

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu .

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