Law Fellow, Temporary

University of Mississippi•University, MS

8d•$56,763 - $85,134

About The Position

The Law Fellow will assist the Office of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance (EORC) in managing compliance with Title IX and ensuring that complaint-management and resolution processes are compliant. The fellow may conduct investigations and will carry out ongoing investigations under the University's Title IX or Interpersonal Violence and Sexual Misconduct policies. The role also involves providing training to campus partners and students, supporting investigation and resolution processes, and helping ensure that students receive relevant accommodations and supportive measures. The Law Fellow conducts legal research, prepares memoranda and white papers, monitors institutional practices for compliance with applicable federal and state laws, and maintains current knowledge of relevant laws and University policies. The fellow also supports EORC policy updates, communicates with relevant parties, helps assess the need for interim measures, drafts summaries for appropriate University officials, and maintains office confidentiality. Additional work includes reviewing legal developments, presenting legal information, and participating in meetings concerning legal and administrative issues. A JD is required. No prior relevant experience is required. An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered on a one-to-one substitution basis. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who submit a cover letter explaining their interest in the role. Compensation is $56,763.20–$85,134.40. Candidates invited to interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing before the interview date if they need a reasonable accommodation. Employment is subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check and, when appropriate, a financial or driving history check.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD).
No relevant experience is required.
Ability to conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, white papers, and summaries.
An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered on a one-to-one substitution basis.

Nice To Haves

A cover letter articulating a particular interest in the role is given priority consideration.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda or white papers on a range of topics.
Review, summarize, and report on legal developments.
Monitor and evaluate institutional practices for compliance with federal and state laws applicable to EORC.
Conduct Title IX, EORC, and other necessary training; present, evaluate, and modify training content as needed.
Conduct investigations, summarize evidence, and draft investigation reports.
Maintain current knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and University policies.
Assist with updating EORC policies, particularly Title IX and Interpersonal Violence and Sexual Misconduct policies.
Ensure relevant parties are notified and assist in determining whether interim measures should be recommended.
Draft summary documents and share them with appropriate parties, including the Provost, General Counsel, and Student Affairs.
Help ensure students receive relevant accommodations and supportive measures.
Maintain office confidentiality.
Develop and present legal information to appropriate audiences.
Participate in regular meetings and discussions involving legal and administrative issues.