215 S. Jackson St.
Athens, GA 30602
Tel (706) 542-2222
Email: hrweb@uga.edu

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Normal work hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

Applications must be completed in UGAJobs.  
This is a one year fellowship position only.
A recommendation letter from a Professor is required.
A writing sample is required.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Terminal degree required. Additional professional licensure and/or certification in the field may be required.

Seeking a law graduate, prepared to apply for admission to the Georgia Bar.

Strong academic credentials. Excellent research, analytical, writing, and communication skills. Strong work ethic, sense of initiative, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well independently.

The University of Georgia Equal Opportunity Office has a one-year fellowship for a law school graduate from an accredited law school. A letter of recommendation from a law professor is needed. This position is intended to help the new attorney develop professionally and gain experience in an in-house counsel position. The Fellow will work with attorneys in the Equal Opportunity Office to assist in dealings with Faculty, Staff, and Administration to, among other things: 
-Provide advice and counseling to units and colleges on legal and policy issues; 
-Research and draft memoranda and correspondence; and 
-Participate in policy review and assessment.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.