Law Clerk
Dakota County, MN Dakota County, MN Part-time Part-time $24 an hour $24 an hour 19 hours ago 19 hours ago 19 hours ago General Description POSTING TYPE:
Open-competitive DEPARTMENT:
County Attorney HOURS:
Part-time HOURLY SALARY:
$24.
00 LOCATION:
Northern Service Center in West St.
Paul UNION:
None CLOSE DATE:
4:
30 pm on September 5, 2023 What You'll Do Law Student Practitioner works under attorney supervision to conduct legal research, prepare legal research memos and documents and represent Dakota County where permitted.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office has four divisions.
The divisions include:
Civil, Adult Criminal, Child Support Enforcement, and Juvenile, Protective Services & Appellate.
Law Clerks work in our Service Centers in West St Paul (Child Support) or Hastings (all other divisions).
We are currently accepting applicants for a vacancy in the Child Support Enforcement Division.
The department is asking that all candidates submit a resume, cover letter and a 3-4 page writing sample before submitting their application.
Work hours are variable based on the candidate's availability (school schedule) and County Attorney Office needs.
Typically during the academic year, work hours do not exceed 20 hours/week.
Full-time hours may be available in the summer.
Who We Are Dakota County is Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents.
Our motto is Be More and we strive every day to achieve excellence in public service, with a focus on four values:
Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office welcomes and is inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and perspectives.
The Office aims to reflect the community and clients it serves and fosters an equitable and respectful working environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves.
Minimum Qualifications Completion of one year of law school by May 31, 2023 AND Eligible for certification under the Supervised Practice Rules by August 31, 2023 AND Ability to pass a fingerprint-based background check Duties & Responsibilities 1.
Conduct legal research and prepare written memoranda.
2.
Draft motions, pleadings and various legal documents.
3.
Represent the State and/or Dakota County in court hearings as a Law Student Practitioner under attorney supervision.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment Knowledge or interest in case law and procedures in the applicable division for which hired Ability to perform basic legal research and writing Ability to analyze legal issues by applying the facts to applicable law.
Ability to represent legal arguments both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged communications Ability to work under pressure Ability to think independently Ability to use discretion in making independent judgments in dealing with the public and department heads or their representatives Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and to maintain harmonious working relationships with others Willingness to learn and improve.
Work Environment Work is primarily sedentary and is usually accomplished while incumbent is comfortably seated at a desk or table.
Some walking and standing may occur in the course of a normal workday or in connection with attendance at meetings and conferences, or while researching files.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components for extended periods of time.
Location & Schedule This is a hybrid position that offers a mix of telework and in-person work at our Northern Service Center in West St.
Paul, MN.
Work is performed Monday through Friday during regular business hours (8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
30 p.
m.
) Selection Process You submit an online application that includes supplemental questions We assign you a score based on your qualifications Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration We conduct interviews and extend an offer.
We conduct background and reference checks before hiring.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Open-competitive DEPARTMENT:
County Attorney HOURS:
Part-time HOURLY SALARY:
$24.
00 LOCATION:
Northern Service Center in West St.
Paul UNION:
None CLOSE DATE:
4:
30 pm on September 5, 2023 What You'll Do Law Student Practitioner works under attorney supervision to conduct legal research, prepare legal research memos and documents and represent Dakota County where permitted.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office has four divisions.
The divisions include:
Civil, Adult Criminal, Child Support Enforcement, and Juvenile, Protective Services & Appellate.
Law Clerks work in our Service Centers in West St Paul (Child Support) or Hastings (all other divisions).
We are currently accepting applicants for a vacancy in the Child Support Enforcement Division.
The department is asking that all candidates submit a resume, cover letter and a 3-4 page writing sample before submitting their application.
Work hours are variable based on the candidate's availability (school schedule) and County Attorney Office needs.
Typically during the academic year, work hours do not exceed 20 hours/week.
Full-time hours may be available in the summer.
Who We Are Dakota County is Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents.
Our motto is Be More and we strive every day to achieve excellence in public service, with a focus on four values:
Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office welcomes and is inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and perspectives.
The Office aims to reflect the community and clients it serves and fosters an equitable and respectful working environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves.
Minimum Qualifications Completion of one year of law school by May 31, 2023 AND Eligible for certification under the Supervised Practice Rules by August 31, 2023 AND Ability to pass a fingerprint-based background check Duties & Responsibilities 1.
Conduct legal research and prepare written memoranda.
2.
Draft motions, pleadings and various legal documents.
3.
Represent the State and/or Dakota County in court hearings as a Law Student Practitioner under attorney supervision.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment Knowledge or interest in case law and procedures in the applicable division for which hired Ability to perform basic legal research and writing Ability to analyze legal issues by applying the facts to applicable law.
Ability to represent legal arguments both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged communications Ability to work under pressure Ability to think independently Ability to use discretion in making independent judgments in dealing with the public and department heads or their representatives Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and to maintain harmonious working relationships with others Willingness to learn and improve.
Work Environment Work is primarily sedentary and is usually accomplished while incumbent is comfortably seated at a desk or table.
Some walking and standing may occur in the course of a normal workday or in connection with attendance at meetings and conferences, or while researching files.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components for extended periods of time.
Location & Schedule This is a hybrid position that offers a mix of telework and in-person work at our Northern Service Center in West St.
Paul, MN.
Work is performed Monday through Friday during regular business hours (8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
30 p.
m.
) Selection Process You submit an online application that includes supplemental questions We assign you a score based on your qualifications Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration We conduct interviews and extend an offer.
We conduct background and reference checks before hiring.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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