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Job ID: 14397167
 
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Job Title:LAW CLERK
Work Type:Work Days: Weekdays, Work Vary: No , Shift: First (Day), Hours Per Week: 20, Work Type: Temporary
 
Salary Offered:Unspecified
Benefits:Unspecified.
 
Physical Required:Unspecified
Drug Testing Required:Unspecified
Education Required:
Experience Required:Unspecified
 
Required Skills:
Minimum Qualifications
• Completion of one year of law school
AND
• Eligible for certification under the Supervised Practice Rules
AND
• Ability to pass a fingerprint-based background check
Preferred Skills:
 
Job Description:
General Description
POSTING TYPE: Open-competitive
DEPARTMENT: County Attorney
HOURS: Part-time
HOURLY SALARY: $24.00
LOCATION: Judicial Center in Hastings and Northern Service Center in West St. Paul
UNION: None
CLOSE DATE: This posting will remain opened until all available positions are filled. The first review of applications will occur on Friday, December 20th and weekly thereafter.

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 to fill a position in the Criminal Division in Hastings.

** 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, and typically do not exceed 30 hours in the summer. Work study funding preferred but not required.

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.

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.

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 reference checks before extending an offer
We extend an offer and conduct background checks

Refer to ID 51250.24.004 when applying