Executive Director, Regulation, Evaluation, and Governance Lab (RegLab)

Executive Director, Regulation, Evaluation, and Governance Lab (RegLab), Stanford Law School

About Us: Stanford RegLab is an impact lab that carries out high-impact demonstration projects of artificial intelligence and data science in the public sector. We are an interdisciplinary team of engineers, data scientists, legal experts, and social scientists who design and evaluate programs, policies, and technologies that help revitalize government and enable responsible innovation. Our partners have included Santa Clara County, San Francisco, the Internal Revenue Service, and the U.S. Department of Labor, amongst many others.

Job Description: The Executive Director for the Regulation, Evaluation, and Governance Lab (RegLab), a full-time position, will serve as the chief staff person for the Lab, collaborating with and reporting to the Faculty Director (Professor Dan Ho) in planning, administering, and implementing the goals of the Lab. As an expert advisor and administrator, the Executive Director will work closely with the Faculty Director to lead the strategic planning for the Lab, support the Lab’s operations and initiatives, and assist in managing its financial development. The Executive Director will also help manage external University relations, the Lab’s public presence, lead development and financial management of the Lab, and manage staff to achieve the research and teaching mission, goals and objectives of the RegLab.

As Executive Director, you will:

• Direct staff and provide staff leadership. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, etc. Work collaboratively with Human Resources when applicable.
• Represent the Lab to the broader University, external community, and other stakeholders.
• Work closely with the Faculty Director in the development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of programmatic initiatives. This includes working with the Faculty Director to develop and pursue the direction and goals for the Lab, as well as helping to recruit, oversee and mentor lab staff.
• Develop business plans and Lab infrastructure in alignment with the faculty vision. Lead process improvement. Interpret, implement and ensure compliance with university academic and administrative policies and procedures within the Lab. Recommend new internal policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Help build a successful and vibrant portfolio of research collaborations by communicating with partner organizations and providing project management and supervision support to key initiatives.
• Lead the strategic development plan to identify and cultivate new funding opportunities. Write proposal and research grants, as well as reports on research, programming, and outreach. Manage and coordinate grants and contracts for the department. Ensure compliance with institutional and external requirements.
• Oversee and/or manage the finances across all sources for the annual budget cycle, including developing, monitoring, analyzing forecasting and reporting.
• Work cooperatively with other law school centers and programs to advance the educational and research mission of the law school and Stanford University.
• Interpret, implement and ensure compliance with university academic and administrative policies and procedures within an operating unit.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience in administrative and/or financial management, or combination of education and relevant experience.

• Strong managerial skills.
• Strong commitment to mentorship and to advancing the work of RegLab.
• Experience managing budgets and developing financial plans, as well as program administration and fundraising.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills including conflict resolution. Must be able to organize events, prioritize tasks, help oversee and direct staff, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, and an ability to work in a collaborative academic setting.
• Strong financial expertise in accounting, budget planning and financial forecasting.
• Strong expertise in grants and contract administration.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong expertise in business and management computer applications and databases.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and/or regulatory requirements.
• Subject matter expertise for area(s) of responsibility.
• Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines.

How to apply: All interested and qualified applicants must submit their resume and a cover letter via the Stanford Jobs website (107228).

Additional Information

The expected pay range for this position is $154,698 to $197,873 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.