Dean's Fellow

About Fordham

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Position Information

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Title of Position Dean's Fellow

Position Number A11060

FLSA Exempt

Scheduled Hours Per Week 35

Department School Of Law

Campus Lincoln Center

Work Arrangement Hybrid

Hybrid Policy
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Please review the Hybrid Policy dham.edu/hybrid policy.

Reporting to the Senior Advisor of the Law School, the Dean’s Fellow works with the law school office and center to provide essential support for key initiatives and programs. The position involves conducting legal and interdisciplinary research, drafting advocacy materials and policy briefs, and assisting with the planning, coordination, and execution of programs, events, and initiatives for students, alumni, and external stakeholders.

• Conducts legal and interdisciplinary research on topics relevant to the law school’s centers, institutes, and programmatic initiatives.
• Drafts advocacy materials, policy briefs, educational resources, and other content to support institutional goals and community engagement.
• Assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of programs, events, and initiatives for students, alumni, and external stakeholders.
• Supports student organizations, pro bono projects, and volunteer initiatives, including helping to launch new projects and expand existing programs.
• Develops and maintains informational materials, handbooks, guides, brochures, and other publications for student and alumni audiences.

Essential Functions Note This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of legal support experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to justice.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Experience working in a law school, legal services organization, nonprofit organization, or government agency.
• Experience working with volunteers, student organizations, or community groups.
• Demonstrated interest in public interest law, social justice, legal education, or related fields.
• Writing skills adaptable to various formats, including marketing copy, educational materials, and academic publications.
• Familiarity with law school programs, legal career pathways, or post-graduate fellowship opportunities.

Minimum Starting Salary $66,555

Maximum Starting Salary $80,000

Qualifications Note Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

Is this a Union position? No

Posting Number A1023P

Number of Vacancies 1

Start Date ASAP

Posting Date 02/27/2026

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.