Racial Justice Fellow

3 months ago

Chicago, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
The Highlights: DePaul Law’s Racial Justice Fellowship will enable the study and advocacy of racial justice for vulnerable communities in Chicago. The Fellow, mentored and supervised by a Faculty Director, will teach and mentor law students, develop course material and contribute to advocacy-oriented programs and projects at the law school, the university and within Chicago.


What You'll Do:

  • As determined by the Faculty Director, the Fellow’s responsibilities can include: 
    Supervising students on research, law and policy analysis, and advocacy skills to further racial justice
    Overseeing volunteers and interns working with the law school on racial justice issues
    Organizing conferences, workshops and seminars for university and community stakeholders
    Drafting research and policy papers in conjunction with the Faculty Director
  • Experience supervising or working with students is desirable.

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What You'll Need:

  • Licensed to practice law in a US jurisdiction required with two to three years of experience working in civil rights or criminal justice.
  • Licensed to practice law in a US jurisdiction required.
  • The successful candidate will have a demonstrated interest in civil rights, racial justice, or criminal justice; strong oral and written communication skills; strong research skills; excellent work ethic; time management skills; ability to work independently and on multiple projects simultaneously in diverse legal areas. 
  • Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to a participatory, collaborative, inclusive work environment with a proven ability to contribute to a team of students, staff, volunteers, and faculty that is multi-racial, multi-generational, gender diverse, and includes people with disabilities. 


Perks:

  • Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
  • Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
  • Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
  • Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more
  • Full-Time Benefits
For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.


Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)  
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act  

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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