Racial Justice Advocate
1 week ago
DePaul Law's Racial Justice Fellowship is a unique opportunity to study and advocate for racial justice in Chicago's vulnerable communities. As a Fellow, you will be mentored and supervised by a Faculty Director and will have the chance to teach and mentor law students, develop course materials, and contribute to advocacy-oriented programs and projects at the law school, university, and within Chicago.
Key Responsibilities:- Supervise students on research, law and policy analysis, and advocacy skills to further racial justice
- Oversee volunteers and interns working with the law school on racial justice issues
- Organize conferences, workshops, and seminars for university and community stakeholders
- Draft research and policy papers in conjunction with the Faculty Director
- Licensed to practice law in a US jurisdiction with two to three years of experience working in civil rights or criminal justice
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong research skills
- Excellent work ethic and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and on multiple projects simultaneously in diverse legal areas
- Commitment to a participatory, collaborative, inclusive work environment
- 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
For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter. 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.
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