Law Fellow, Temporary

University of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi, located in Mississippi, seeks a Law Fellow to assist with Title IX compliance within the Office of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance (EORC). The role supports investigations, drafts reports, and coordinates interim measures when needed to ensure student safety and equity.

You will train campus partners and students, help update EORC policies, and maintain confidentiality throughout investigations and resolutions in alignment with federal and state laws.

Qualifications

• JD degree required.
• Ability to conduct legal research and draft memos.

Responsibilities

• Conducts legal research and drafts memos on a range of topics.
• Reviews and summarizes legal developments relevant to EORC and Title IX.
• Develops and presents legal information to appropriate audiences.
• Participates in meetings on legal and administrative issues.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting memos

Investigation support

Education

JD (Required)

Job description

The University of Mississippi - fondly referred to as Ole Miss - stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member - student, faculty, and staff - can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family - Build Your Legacy Here!

Department

Office of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance

Job Summary

The Law Fellow will assist in managing compliance with Title IX and would have a key role in ensuring compliant processes related to how EORC manages complaints and resolution processes. The Law Fellow will also assist in conducting investigations as needed and will execute ongoing investigations under the University's Title IX or Interpersonal Violence and Sexual Misconduct policies. The role would include offering training to relevant campus partners and students, assisting in investigations and resolution processes, and ensuring students receive relevant accommodations and supportive measures.

Job Description

• Conducts legal research and drafting legal memos or white papers on a range of topics.
• Monitors and evaluates institutional practices to ensure compliance with federal and state laws applicable to the Equal Opportunity and Regulatory Compliance (EORC) area of responsibility.
• Conducts Title IX and EORC training and other training as needed. - Presents, evaluates, and modifies training content to reflect any relevant changes and to ensure effectiveness.
• Conducts investigations, summarizes evidence and drafts reports.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable state and federal laws as well as University policies.
• Assists in updating EORC policies, with a focus on Title IX and Interpersonal Violence and Sexual Misconduct policies.
• Ensures notification is made to relevant parties and assists in determining if a reccommendation of interim measures is necessary.
• Drafts summary documents and shares with appropriate parties such as the Provost, General Counsel and Student Affairs.
• Ensures office confidentiality is maintained.

Job Responsibilities

• Conducts legal research and drafting legal memos or white papers on a range of topics.
• Reviews, summarizes, and reports on legal developments.
• Develops and presents legal information to appropriate audiences.
• Participates in regular meetings and discussions involving a wide range of legal and administrative issues.

Substitution Statement

An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Education Qualifications

JD (Required)

Experience

Relevant experience | No Experience Required | Not Required

Compensation

$56,763.20 - $85,134.40

Interview Requirement

Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.