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Executive Director
Human Rights Center
University of Minnesota Law School
Introduction
The University of Minnesota Law School is noted for its exceptional and accessible faculty and a highly
competitive admissions process that results in highly credentialed students. With one of the largest law
libraries in the country, student and faculty-edited journals, LL.M. and dual and joint degree programs,
and a nationally recognized clinical education program, the Law School is truly a school of
opportunities.
The Law School's outstanding faculty includes internationally renown human rights experts, many of
whom have practical legal experience in the area. They teach human rights courses on a variety of
topics, including international human rights law, American Indian law, civil rights, the death penalty,
freedom of expression, and employment discrimination. Experienced clinicians and researchers bring
their area of expertise to the large number of clinics offered at the Law School.
Description
In collaboration with the faculty director, the Executive Director will oversee administration and
management of the Human Rights Center. This position will hire and supervise center staff, as needed.
Responsibilities include fundraising and development, budget planning and oversight of sponsored
projects, monitoring the progress of projects, grant writing, student mentoring, fostering collaborative
opportunities; coordinating events and conference, writing and editing reports to funding agencies,
and outreach. The Executive Director will co-ordinate with other relevant administrators in the Law
School and University to ensure effective operation of the Center. This is a mid-level position that
requires previous leadership and experience in human rights, international law or related fields. The
Executive Director will report to the faculty director.
Appointment
This is a 100% time, 12 month academic administrative (P&A) appointment, renewable annually as
adequate funding for the position is available. Salary is low-50s.
Qualifications
Required-Completed J.D. degree. Minimum of three years professional experience working in human
rights or international law. Human rights or international law experience with at least one of the
following areas: practice, advocacy, government or philanthropy. Demonstrated success in promoting
and supporting diversity. A collegial, consultative management style with the ability to be strong and
decisive and to work co-operatively. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
with diverse individuals, including faculty, staff, students, community representatives, NGO’s and
international organizations. Strong communication skills and good judgment; ability to multi-task
effectively; ability to make decisions quickly but thoughtfully. Ability to work to tight time lines in an
efficient and effective manner. Capacity to effective utilize social and other media. Ability to effectively
represent the Center to internal and external constituents.
Preferred-In addition to required qualifications, human rights or international law experience in
litigation, human rights advocacy experience in a domestic or international non-governmental
organizations, government practice in human rights or international law, publications in scholarly or
policy fora, or grant writing. Previous experience supervising full-time employees, managing a budget,
and fundraising. Previous experience coordinating conferences or events.
Application Instructions
Priority deadline for applications is July 31st; position open until filled. All applications must be
submitted online and only complete applications will be considered. A complete application will consist
of a cover letter, resume, official transcripts, a diversity statement (1 page max), and contact
information for three references. To apply, please go to
http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/index.html and reference job posting 300831.
Note regarding application materials: It is an expectation of the University of Minnesota that people
hired into academic positions can demonstrate multicultural competence and a commitment to
diversity. The diversity statement should be a summary of actual accomplishments (rather than a
philosophical statement). An example might be noting specific actions and success you have had in
recruiting for a more diverse staff, retention efforts, committee or taskforce involvement, etc.
The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities,
and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital
status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender
expression.